On Nov 10, 5:06 pm, "
wrote:
I have a Kenmore dryer (model no. 110.96588210) in which I gradually
replaced every major part to the point it was running as new (heating
element, belt, support rollers, motor).

It was running great for several month (after the last repair - in
which I replaced the support rollers and the motor), but now it won't
heat... not only it runs cool, the control dial (that sets the
program) won't progress either.

I checked the heating element (about one year old) with an ohm meter
and it seems to be perfect (~10 ohms).

I now believe that the problem must be in one of the parts that I
*didn't* replace (amazing how the manufacturer programmed the machine
to be replaced after 10-12 years...). Probably something in the
control mechanism (or themocouple?).

My question is: how do I pinpoint the exact part that needs
replacement so that I can order it?

Thanks!
Sam

Sam-

Since you've already replaced a bunch of parts & are now getting no
heat .....

I'm thinking its one of the heating element control thermostats, there
are a couple and anyone if it fails open will kill the heating
circuit.

like.....
http://www.repairclinic.com/SmartSea...2821&PPStack=1

the way to tell if they're bad is to take a look of them, if they
look cooked they probaly are.

You can remove the wiring & check resistance.

I order from

www.repairclinic.com

they have a trouble shooting help that works pretty

cheers
Bob