Top 20 Whirlpool LGB6300 Gas Dryer - Page 4 Questions & Answers

Hi,

There can be many reasons why your dryer will not start or turn...

The most common causes are the belt breaking or jumping off, or the motor goingbad...

Here are a couple of tips that I wrote will help you to figure out why yourdryer will not run...

Dryer Repair - The Dryer is not Turning

Dryer Repair - The dryer will not start


heatman101

Hi,

There can be many reasons why your dryer will not start or turn...

The most common causes are the belt breaking or jumping off, or the motor going bad...

Here are a couple of tips that I wrote will help you to figure out why your dryer will not run...

Dryer Repair - The Dryer is not Turning

Dryer Repair - The dryer will not start


heatman101

Hi,

There can be many reasons why your dryer will not start or turn...

The most common causes are the belt breaking or jumping off, or the motor goingbad...

Here are a couple of tips that I wrote will help you to figure out why yourdryer will not run...

Dryer Repair - The Dryer is not Turning

Dryer Repair - The dryer will not start


heatman101

The problem is the dryer coils are failing. They tend to fail as they heat up. They are inexpensive and easy to replace. Here is a link that should help http://appliancehelponline.com/gdryertroublevideo.html

It could be several other things thermal fuse, thermal cut out, hi limit thermostat, dryer coils, heat sensor,or igniter. All of these parts are inexpensive and easy to test and replace.There is a video at http://appliancehelponline.com/gdryertroublevideo.html his will walk you thru the troubleshooting of these components. It may be a different model but the troubleshooting will be the same.You can also enter your model # for diagrams and illustrations. All parts come with installation instructions. Not all models are available. If you need help disassembling your machine there are videos of this also for most styles.

Hi, If you are having problems with your gas dryer not heatingthe most common problem is that the ignitor goes bad. Even though it glowssometimes it is still not working properly. if you dryer is gas check out this gas no heat tip.... If you have an electric dryer, you can have many differentthings that can go wrong causing the dryer not to heat. check out this electric no heat tip...

heatman101
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ALWAYS UNPLUG YOUR DRYER BEFORE STARTING ANY REPAIRS
Your problem sounds like drum rollers have flat spots on them or in need of lubrication, or maybe your drum belt has slipped off of the idler arm pulley.

Note: This method works with most front loading machines.

Remove the electrical console that holds the timer switch, start switch, etc. from the top of the dryer.
Note: Some tops hinge and tilt backwards so they do not have to be removed and the electrical console with stay with the lid.
Also remove the lint filter and the screws holding the lint filter housing in place.
Be REAL CAREFUL not to knock any of the wires off of the timer switch. Then remove the top of the dryer.
Remove the front of the dryer. This will expose the drum and belt. Remove the drum and belt and this will expose the drum rollers, idler arm pulley and motor.
Now is a good time to check the belt to see if it has slipped off of the idler arm pulley and also to check the belt condition for wear.
Be sure to note the route of the belt, this will come in handy when you go to reinstall the belt.
Check your drum rollers for flat spots or wear, if they have flat spots or wear on them replace them.
If the drum rollers don't have flat spots or wear on them then they probably only need lubrication. Lubricate the shaft of the rollers with a good grade of machine oil such as 3 in One oil. Reassemble the dryer, plug back in. This should solve your noise problem.

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The problem is commonly caused by defective valve coils. There are two of them located on the burner assembly. One is a two-terminal main coil. The other is a three-terminal pilot position coil. It is recommeded that you replace BOTH coils at the same time when one is suspected as begin defective. Replacement parts can be purchased at any of the following websites:

searspartsdirect.com
pcappliancerepair.com
appliancepartspros.com
repairclinic.com

All these sites are reputable with great service and competitve pricing. The first three sites also include exploded view parts illustrations to assist you with locating and properly identifying any parts you may need. If the model number is correct, the part numbers for each coil is as follows:

Main - 694540
Pilot Position - 694539

The coils are listed as items 13 and 14 under the Burner Assembly parts listing.

If you have any questions, please post back and let me know. I hope this helps you.

Hi, If you are having problems with your gas dryer not heatingthe most common problem is that the ignitor goes bad. Even though it glowssometimes it is still not working properly. if you dryer is gas check out this gas no heat tip.... If you have an electric dryer, you can have many differentthings that can go wrong causing the dryer not to heat. check out this electric no heat tip...

heatman101

Hi Phillip. You are half way there by changing the ignitor. If a gas dryer burner lights and then rapidly goes out is it usually either a flame sensor. moisture sensor or high limit thermostat. I note you only get ONE light and it no longer lights.


Heater assembly or burner shuts off prematurely.
1. Improper or inadequate exhaust system.
1. Weather hood flapper maybe restricted.
1. See “Installation Instructions” for exhaust requirements.
Insufficient gas supply.
1. Verify gas shut-off valve is not partially open or closed.
1 Verify proper gas pressure is being supplied to unit.
(Dryer not properly equipped for type of gas
used.)
1 Verify gas type.
1 Refer to “Gas Burner Conversion Procedures”.
Improperly adjusted burner flame.
1 Properly adjust burner flame.


2. Limit thermostat cycling off. · Test limit thermostat and replace if failed.
3. Flame sensor contacts failed in closed position.
· Test flame sensor and replace if failed.
· Verify proper gas pressure is being supplied to unit.

4. Failed timer. · Test timer and replace if failed.
5. Failed electronic control. · Test electronic control and replace if failed.
6. Failed moisture sensing control. · Test moisture sensing control and replace if failed.
7. Broken, loose or incorrect wiring. · Refer to appropriate wiring diagram for correct wiring.

I still think we are dealing with a flame sensor, high limit thermostat or moisture sensor problem.
Things to check:

http://www.applianceaid.com/images/ldrm-gas-burner.jpg



Check 1 The moisture sensor is inside the dryer on the left side of the access. Make sure it is clean and that there are NO metal objects in around or near it. Some times things like straight pins.. paper clips.. staples.. bobby pins et all make their way on to and around moisture sensors.

After that check out the flame sensor on the side of the ducting:
http://www.applianceaid.com/images/radsnsr.gif
It should NOT read open. If it does or has a really high resistance it can be the culprit.

Then you will need to test the gas valve solenoids there are 2 different types. 3 pin and 2 pin http://applianceguru.com/dryers/gasdryervalveohms.gif

If found bad they are replaced as a set:

http://www.pcappliancerepair.com/part-detail.php?affiliate_id=AppAid&item=279834&brand=WPL

There is still the thermistor and or the high limit thermostat depending on model.

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Kelly

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It could be several other things thermal fuse, thermal cut out, hi limit thermostat, dryer coils, heat sensor,or igniter. All of these parts are inexpensive and easy to test and replace.There is a video at t http://appliancehelponline.com/gdryertroublevideo.html his will walk you thru the troubleshooting of these components. It may be a different model but the troubleshooting will be the same.You can also enter your model # for diagrams and illustrations. All parts come with installation instructions. Not all models are available. If you need help disassembling your machine there are videos of this also for most styles.

Hi,

If you are having problems with your gas dryer not heating the most common problem is that the ignitor goes bad. Even though it glows sometimes it is still not working properly.

if you dryer is gas check out this gas no heat tip....

If you have an electric dryer, you can have many different things that can go wrong causing the dryer not to heat.

check out this electric no heat tip...

heatman101
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Hi,
Here is a tip that I wrote about dryers and noises...

It will help you determine what is happening there...

Dryer Repair Squeaks, Grinding, Clicking and Knocking Noise
http://www.fixya.com/support/r4416566-dryer_repair_squeaks_grinding_clicking

heatman101

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The first thing to check is the igniter if it is glowing red hot or not. The issue is in the gas valve solenoids if the igniter glows red hot but no gas is being ignited, replace both gas valve solenoids. Otherwise, check the continuity of the high-limit thermostat and the thermal cut-off on the burner assembly and the thermal fuse and the cycling thermostat on the blower housing. Here's the exploded view diagram showing where these parts are located. These parts are normally closed and wired in series with the gas valve assembly. Any discontinuity found simply implies the part has failed and cut the power going to the gas valve assembly resulting in the no heat issue.

Replace both the high-limit thermostat and the thermal cut-off if any of them has failed and both the thermal fuse and the cycling thermostat if the thermal fuse have failed. Failure of the thermal fuse simply indicates the failure of the cycling thermostat to cycle and regulate the dryer temperature below the thermal fuse limit.

Feel free to update us about the development of the troubleshooting and repair of your dryer. You don't have to accept or reject and rate this post to add information or post comments and follow-up questions should you need further assistance. Accepting a solution does not stop you from communicating with an expert. You can continue communicating with the expert as long as you need assistance regarding the issue stated herein.

unplug the dryer and check the ignitor,the sensor and the thermal fuse located on the blower wheel housing,also if the dryer works correctly for the first 15 to 30 minutes then will not ignite again you have bad gas coils,also if the ignitor glows but flame doesn't lite most likely it's the coils,while your in there vac out the dryer,the duct where the lint filter slides into and if the vent line is long blow it out with a leaf blower

Hi,
Here is the link to buy the ignitor for your unit..
it is like the fifth part down...
http://www.repairclinic.com/Appliance-Parts?s=t-LGB6300%20-%3d%3d
If you have a gas dryer.
The most common problem with a gas and no heat is the ignitor going bad...

Here is a tip that I wrote about that problem...

Gas Dryer not Working Gas Dryer Not Heating
http://www.fixya.com/support/r4398592-gas_dryer_not_working_gas_dryer_not

If your dryer is electric..
There could be a number of different problems...
Check out this tip that I wrote about this problem...

Dryer Troubleshooting Electric Dryer won t Heat
http://www.fixya.com/support/r3866345-dryer_troubleshooting_electric_dryer_won

heatman101

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There can be many reasons why your dryer will not start or turn...

The most common causes are the belt breaking or jumping off, or the motor going bad...

Here are a couple of tips that I wrote will help you to figure out why your dryer will not run...

Dryer Repair - The Dryer is not Turning

Dryer Repair - The dryer will not start


heatman101

That tells me you have a lint build up in the dyers exhaust vent tubing. Clean out all obstruction by removing the entire duckwork and reinstall. Then it shall heatup like it was new again. A moister sensor detects any clogged areas and puts the burner into a check mode stopping the heating process. It was manitory a decade ago so it will prevent home fires in dryers

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If you are having problems with your gas dryer not heating the most common problem is that the ignitor goes bad. Even though it glows sometimes it is still not working properly.

if you dryer is gas check out this gas no heat tip....

If you have an electric dryer, you can have many different things that can go wrong causing the dryer not to heat.

check out this electric no heat tip...


heatman101