Is the vent hose on this unit supposed to get really hot?

If I remember correctly, there is a venting kit that you purchase which consists of a fitting to go on the back of the dryer and a large diameter hose which you put out the window or door to vent the hot air from the dryer. There used to be another kit which allowed you to connect to a wall outlet which vents directly outside.

You have I think two issues. One is a clogged vent/vent hose. You need to have the vent system cleaned out. If the unit is not getting hot with the vent off, you probably have a defective heating element. This probably went out due to the clogged venting system.

More often When you experience a problem like this with your dryer it is becouse of a clogged dryer vent hose or the vent in the wall. Disconet your dryer vent hose from the dryer to see if it will dry properly. Then you will know if the dryer or the vent.
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Did you also clean the exhaust hose of your dryer, a build of lint in the hose will really hurt the dryers ability to dr your clothes.

A pin hole tear in the dryer vert screen shouldn't have that big effect on the operation of the machine.

You cannot convert this model. This unit blows hot air into drum and the water is turned to steam and exhausted out through the pump to the drain. Unlike regular dryers that blow hot air into drum, creating link and just heat that blow out vent.

You will need to check the dryer venting system for a restriction. If there is a restriciton in the venting system the dryer will get hot but the clothes will stay wet due to the moisture never leaves the dryer. First check the air flow at the vent exit located outside. Verify that there is plenty of airflow. Make sure the vent screen is not plugged. Then remove the screen and visually inspect for excessive lint. Then go inside and check the moisture vent hose behind the dryer. Verify that the vent hose is not kinked or restricted. Then remove the hose and clear out any excessive lint. Then check the vent opening at the back of the dryer for any excessive lint build-up. There is a vent cleaning kit that you can purchase from any home improvement store that you can use to clean out the venting system also. When you are done airflow should be good and clothes should properly dry.

Check the following areas thoroughly to address this issue.


1. Venting
Make sure the dryer vent hose, as well as the rest of the vent duct, is not clogged.

Unless regular maintenance is performed, chances are there is a lot of lint accumulated inside the dryer. This might affect the drying time and could be a fire hazard. Make sure to have your dryer cleaned regularly. Because this might involve taking most of the dryer apart, it is recommended to have a qualified appliance repairman perform this task.

2. Thermostat
There are a couple of cycling thermostats inside the dryer. If one of them breaks down, it might affect the dryer's performance. Replace the defective thermostat.

3. Heating element
A heating element might only be partially burned out, in which case it would still work but will take longer time to dry the clothes. Replace the element if found defective.

Check the following areas thoroughly to address this issue.


1. Venting
Make sure the dryer vent hose, as well as the rest of the vent duct, is not clogged.

Unless regular maintenance is performed, chances are there is a lot of lint accumulated inside the dryer. This might affect the drying time and could be a fire hazard. Make sure to have your dryer cleaned regularly. Because this might involve taking most of the dryer apart, it is recommended to have a qualified appliance repairman perform this task.

2. Thermostat
There are a couple of cycling thermostats inside the dryer. If one of them breaks down, it might affect the dryer's performance. Replace the defective thermostat.(usually located inside the unit on the actual blower housing or inside the vent duct)

3. Heating element
A heating element might only be partially burned out, in which case it would still work but will take longer time to dry the clothes. Replace the element if found defective.

your vent out the house is broke or fell off,,suspose to a flap or lilltle blind type,,the cold air is coming in whule the hot air is trying to get out and it condensates in the vent hose ,,replace out side vent..with new vent kit..the best by is window ehaust kit...onthejob

No its very easy to do, I assume it is an Electric Model.

Buy the kit if you want, it will have instructions!

Most dryers have a circle on the side that just needs to pop out, however its not that easy! it may take a slight tap or two

If your really good, go to your local Hardware store and buy the metal 4 inch flex venting, and do it yourself. Unplug dryer, remove front panel, and create your own vent the direction you want it, Use a really good duct tape, and seal the seams. make sure the vent doesnt touch anything else, :" Heater, wires, etc.

Reassemble and use the venting, I would recommend cleaning the dryer venting at least once a year.