Kenmore Dryer Repair – Canton, OH (11096291110)

On a service call to Canton, OH, Samuel diagnosed a repeat high-limit failure on a Kenmore dryer that had already had the thermal cutoff kit replaced twice. The root cause turned out to be a restricted exhaust vent, not a defective component. Replacing the flexible slinky duct with smooth rigid and semi-rigid duct resolved the airflow problem and put the dryer back in reliable working order.

The Problem

Still not heating.

The Repair

Third visit for repeat high limit failure; the 279769 kit had been replaced twice previously. Element tested not shorted, heat circuit connections good, installed position and transition good, blower wheel good, and the heater was observed cycling. Airflow measured 25 mph at the dryer outlet but only 8 mph at the vent termination on a 7 ft wall run, which identified vent restriction as the root cause of the repeat overheating. Removed a section of flexible slinky duct and replaced it with smooth rigid and some semi-rigid duct, and replaced the high limit. After the repair, heater draw was 22.2 A and airflow at the vent termination improved to 18 mph.

Parts used: Vent

Appliance Repair in Canton, OH

Canton is in Stark County, an area we cover regularly from our base in Louisville, OH. We also serve North Canton, Massillon, and Alliance. If you’re dealing with a dryer that won’t heat or any other appliance issue, Louisville Appliance Repair is ready to help. The company is owned and operated by Samuel Willhite, a master-certified technician serving Canton and the surrounding area. If your appliance needs service, schedule online or call (330) 693-9163. You can also find us on Google and read verified reviews from customers across Stark County and surrounding areas.