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Posted on Aug 27, 2008
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Clothes dryer not heating

I have a Whirlpool Estate clothes dryer that is not heating. It comes on fine but it does not heat up to dry the clothes.

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Hi I have a top vent Kenmore dryer. That seems to be heating up on and off. I can see the glow plus trying to ignite the gas I think what do you think is wrong..kj

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Is this an ELECTRIC dryer? Or, a GAS dryer?

If this is an ELECTRIC dryer, the following link explains the most common causes of a "No Heat" problem:

http://www.fixya.com/support/r630242-dryer_runs_but_not_heat

If this is a GAS dryer, the common source of a "No Heat" problem is a failed igniter, or gas valve safety coils.

I hope this helps you. If you require addtional assistance, please post back with your make and model so I can make a more accurate diagnosis and/or identify any parts you may need.

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