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Check dryer Terminal block prongs both outside prongs should give combined 220, and 110 each if u check 1 outside & 1 center (ground) prong. Also check house electrical outlet for full voltage. CHECK THERMAL SHUT OFF THERMOSTAT USUALLY LOCATED ON THE BLOWER. for OHMS or resistance with a meter. Should show a closed circuit. Ohms WHEN THIS FUSE BLOWS IT WILL SHUT DOWN EVERYTHING. NEXT Test the PUSH start switch with meter for OHMS. Should show OHMS when pushed in or on start, and no ohms or infinity when in off position. If you hear a humming sound from motor area you more than likely have a bad motor. Try this test out to see if u have weak windings on motor. Open the dryer door and turn by hand the drum while machine is on ON position. And you or someone else presses the door engagement switch in. If it starts up then u have bad windings Another thing to check is the belt safety switch. With a multi meter. Especially if u just replaced the belt. The belt safety switch is attached to the Tensioner and motor. IT LOOKS LIKE A DOOR SWITCH SOMEWHAT a little black pc of plastic with 2 prongs going into it. Sits at bottom of motor. Under the Tensioner. Attach meter clips to the 2 prongs on switch, Then when the little white push button is pressed in it should show continuity and none when released. Lastly check ut push start button for continuity with a meter when pushed in the on position, it may have gone bad.

Sounds like you have a mischievous spirit or the Power Button is faulty. That dryer only has a power button and a single control knob. Try turning it off overnight to reset the mainboard. https://www.searspartsdirect.com/manual/24fm9d82sd-000582/kenmore-11067102310-dryer-parts https://www.searspartsdirect.com/model/24fm9d82sd-000582/kenmore-11067102310-dryer-parts ..

not being there and physically seeing for myself, my first check would be belt and idler pulley. https://www.appliancepartspros.com/parts-for-model-kenmore-11060812990.html

if timer shows good check safety circuit fusible link in exhaust of dryer

For this model of Kenmore dryer the capacity is 7 cubic ft. https://diy.stackexchange.com/questions/155580/how-can-i-find-thecapacity-of-an-older-model-dryer https://www.google.com/search?q=Kenmore+%22110.87980100%22+cu+ft ..

the drum sets on 2 drum rollers, the motor is in the bottom of unithttps://www.repairclinic.com/ProductDetail/928054?symptoms=10

Yes, Dianna, that model does exist, but what is the question? https://www.google.com/search?q=Sears+Kenmore+700 The model number is wrong, doesn't exist. https://www.google.com/search?q=69187C2W ..

Probably heating element or thermostat

It was made in 2002. Solution 5 on this link involves checking the bearings. https://www.repairclinic.com/RepairHelp/How-To-Fix-A-Dryer/10-6--/Kenmore-Dryer-Makes-Noise

THEN GET SOMEONE THAT CAN REPLACE THE MAIN BOARD

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controls locked

This feature allows you to lock your settings to prevent
unintended use of the dryer. You can also use the Control Locked
feature to prevent unintended cycle or option changes during
dryer operation.
To enable the Control Locked feature:
Press and hold AUTO DRY LEVEL for 3 seconds. Control Locked
glows and a single beep tone is heard. To unlock, press and hold
AUTO DRY LEVEL for 3 seconds. The indicator light turns off.

try pulling the button UP

check heating element

Gas Dryers require service from a qualified gas service technician, so no _you_ can't fix. Some parts are available, some are on backorder. The burner assembly is $266. The Gas Valve is $203. https://www.searspartsdirect.com/model/2fub9ib8hr-000582/kenmore-11070842990-dryer-parts Parts also available here. https://www.frigidaireapplianceparts.com/Shop-For-Parts/a8b6d501979/Model-11070842990-Kenmore-Dryer-Parts But at 20 years old, I am not sure. They were made well in those days, but newer ones are more efficient. Your choice.

use a lint attachment for vacuum or shop vac and go thru the vent outlet

4 cubic feet

used set maytag -washer pav2300aww and dryer lde4916ade

https://maxappliances.ca > Shop SET by MAYTAG WASHER MODEL: PAV2300AWW DRYER MODEL: LDE4916ADE The washer has a capacity of 3.6 cu ft. The Dryer has a capacity of about 4.0 cu. ft.

It is 240. There is no such thing as 220.

Probably the Moisture Sensor Bar has failed. https://www.appliancepartspros.com/search.aspx?model=11085087400%20kenmore%20elite%20he4 https://www.google.com/search?q=kenmore+elite+he4+smartheat+dryer+not+working+on+auto ..

Might be a bad tub bearing