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baddwarf		#1 Posted : Sunday, March 8, 2009 11:20:19 AM(UTC)
Rank: Member Groups: Registered Joined: 3/8/2009(UTC) Posts: 5		unsure of model number. dryer is not getting hot, it takes several cycles to dry clothes. looks as if some of the coils are working but not all. do i need a new element or thermostat? (electric dryer) thank you
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ApplianceJunk		#2 Posted : Sunday, March 8, 2009 1:13:32 PM(UTC)
Rank: Advanced Member Groups: Senior Expert Joined: 7/24/2007(UTC) Posts: 2,277		What is the model number? Long drying times = Restricted Air Flow Clean the dryer vent and the lint from around the blower wheel inside the dryer.
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kayakcrzy		#3 Posted : Sunday, March 8, 2009 3:56:42 PM(UTC)
Rank: Advanced Member Groups: Senior Expert Joined: 2/1/2008(UTC) Posts: 2,429		If part of the element is heating, you could have a broken element. Before you replace the element, make sure the vent is clear. Tom ApplianceEducator.com
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baddwarf		#4 Posted : Sunday, March 8, 2009 6:49:21 PM(UTC)
Rank: Member Groups: Registered Joined: 3/8/2009(UTC) Posts: 5		I will double check the vent before i order a new element. Thank You for the responses were very helpful.
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kayakcrzy		#5 Posted : Monday, March 9, 2009 4:02:52 AM(UTC)
Rank: Advanced Member Groups: Senior Expert Joined: 2/1/2008(UTC) Posts: 2,429		good Luck. Tom ApplianceEducator.com
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dryer warm but not hot (Dryer Repair) by baddwarf 3/8/2009 9:45:54 AM(UTC)