20 Most Recent Kenmore 600 7965 Dryer Questions & Answers

SEARS WAS GOOD FOR PUTTING THE MONTH AND YEAR ON ALL THERE APLIANCES LOOK UNDER THE LID OR ON THE BACK THERE SHOULD BE A DATE STAMP SOME WHERE

Chances are it is a bad thermal fuse. On the electric models only, if the fuse is open (check,for continuity with a multimeter), the unit will not operate at all.

I have fixed this problem many times for my customers.Ninety percent of the time it is a bad high limit thermostat which means it is getting way too hot and can be dangerous.In most cases i would try to tell people how to fix the problems on their own,but since this can be dangerous i suggest a professional.my company is named Mechanical mobile services and the number is 443-791-0895.We can offer you same day service.

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 outthis electric no heat tip...

heatman101

1st, you'll have to remove the top section that has the controls by removing the screws from the back that attach it to the main body of your machine. Then, you should find the screws or other devices that keep your lid attached to the machine, and be able to remove it, gaining access to that "hidden switch".

The age is determined by the SERIAL number. If you post back with each appliance serial number, I can tell you what year they were manufactured. Include any letter designations that are in the serial number too.

Make sure you're getting power to the unit. IE breaker, wall outlet is good. Then check your vent to see if it's clogged. Afterwards, check the thermal fuse in the back by taking the back off and unplugging it. Its the white peg. Look up a video on youtube on how to check one.

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

There is a device in the circuitry for the heating element which shuts off power to the heating element when the dryer gets above a certain temperature which is ealsily reached with a clooged vent hose. This device, a thermal limit switch or thermal fuse, cannot be reset, it has to be replaced.

If you want to do this yourself, let me know -- if not, you will need to arrange for someone to repair the dryer. The device costs about $20 -- a service tech will probably charge up to $150 for the repair.

Charlie

Hi norkoskyjame...
This will probably be the best site to use...it is Sears Parts.
They will have the support you need if you cannot locate the drawing yourself.
Enter your model number and it will take you to drawings of your dryer with parts, and part numbers.
You can even place an order from this website.
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DOOR SWITCH FOULTY

Hi

The first thing to check is the fuses or breakers in your homes fuse box. If this fuse is blown, it is possible for your dryer to spin but not produce heat. If you've checked the fuses and they are not blown, the next possible cause is the heating element.To check the heating element, move the back panel of the dryer. You'll need a volt/ohmmeter to check the element terminal. Locate the element and set the volt/ohmmeter on the RX-1 scale. Remove one lead from the element and then place one probe of the volt/ohmmeter on the terminal of the element. Place the other probe of the volt/ohmmeter on the remaining terminal of the element. Look for a continuity reading of the volt/ohmmeter of approximately 2-5 ohms. If there is no continuity reading, the heating element is defective and should be replaced.Also clean the lint filter every time you use the dryer. Even if the lint filter is cleaned after every load, lint will still accumulate around the dryer's moving parts, the exhaust duct and vent. Each year inspect the vent pipe and vent cover operation. Disconnect the exhaust duct and remove lint from the internal exhaust pipe, the duct and the vent. Make sure the duct has no kinks, where lint and moisture can build-up.Turn off the power; remove the front and rear panels and vacuum out the lint from around the motor and idler. Poor air flow uses more energy and can cause lint build-up in the internal ducting, leading to a fire hazard.

Please check the bellow links to get a detailed idea as to why a dryer is not heating up, you can trouble shoot your problem after going through the article therein:-

http://www.dryernotheating.com/

http://hubpages.com/hub/How-To-Replace-Your-Dryer-Heating-Element

http://www.partselect.com/dryer+dryer-wont-heat+repair.htm

Please get back to us if you have further query else please accept the suggestion.

http://www.applianceaid.com/gas_dryer.html#noheat

hmmm door switch:

http://www.partselect.com/dryer+dryer-wont-start+repair.htm

It appears your timer/main controller/CCU has failed in this instance.

For replacement parts - head on over to PartSelect.com or RepairClinic.com and enter in your full model number for a full parts listing.
I recommend both sites because ...


FixYa has no affiliation with either site - I have been using and recommending them for years - trouble free.

PartSelect has a great schematic database for locating the part on your unit and great "testimonials" for each part that often times includes HOW-TO information.
RepairClinic has pictures of each part they sell and also a great how-to and troubleshooting for basic repairs.


If your unit has never been serviced - there should still be an original service manual enclosed in plastic taped to the inside of the shell.
In the service manual are Error codes, maintenance procedures, and troubleshooting steps you can follow.


Anything too complicated or beyond your scope should be handled by a professional.

If you think you want to tackle the repair - and have gotten stuck on a step - reply to your question and I will be glad to help you out.




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check the thermal fuse in the back,, often this will blow if the vent tube is clogged