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Video & Articles: Appliance & Equipment RepairWhirlpool/ Kenmore Gas Dryer Igniter Replacement #279311
Whirlpool/ Kenmore Gas Dryer Igniter Replacement #279311
Skill Level
Total Parts Cost
$32.63Estimated Savings
$112.5004:12
- Description
This video provides step-by-step instructions on replacing the igniter on Whirlpool gas dryers with the lint filter at the door. The most common reason for replacing the igniter is when the dryer tumbles but doesn’t heat.
All of the information in this igniter replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Kenmore, Whirlpool, KitchenAid, Maytag, Roper, Estate, Crosley, Inglis, Amana, Admiral
Tools used: Hex socket, flat-head screwdriver, Phillips head screwdriver, putty knife
All of the information in this igniter replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Kenmore, Whirlpool, KitchenAid, Maytag, Roper, Estate, Crosley, Inglis, Amana, Admiral
Tools used: Hex socket, flat-head screwdriver, Phillips head screwdriver, putty knife
Step By Step Instructions
1
As with any repair, be sure you unplug the appliance before beginning.
2
Your first step is to detach the control panel.
3
Depending on your model, you will either insert a putty knife under the panel to release the two clips or you will pull off both plastic end caps and remove the screws found underneath.
4
Now, rotate the control panel up.
5
Remove the screws securing the main top and slide the top off.
6
Next, insert a flathead screwdriver between the upper and lower front panels to release the two clips and detach the lower panel.
7
Remove the two door springs.
8
Remove the upper panel mounting screws along with the lint screen duct screws.
9
Detach the moisture sensor wire.
10
Now, disconnect the door switch wire connector remove the screws from the top of the upper panel and lift the upper panel off.
11
Depress the pulley to release the belt tension and unthread the belt from the pulley and motor shaft.
12
Use the belt to lift out the drum.
13
The igniter is located on the burner tube.
14
Disconnect the wires.
15
Remove the igniter mounting bracket screw and slide out the bracket with the old igniter.
16
Loosen the mounting screw to release the old igniter from the bracket.
17
When handling the new igniter be careful not to touch the element itself.
18
Attach the new igniter to the bracket and tighten the mounting screw.
19
Carefully align the new igniter assembly by sliding the mounting bracket tab into the slot, then secure the screw.
20
Reconnect the wires.
21
Next, replace the drum by aligning its rim on the two rear rollers and loop the belt around the tension pulley and motor shaft in a “zig-zag” formation.
22
Rotate the drum to help align the belt.
23
Replace the upper front panel by aligning the two rollers on the drum rim and positioning the top lip of the panel on the cabinet brackets.
24
Replace all four panel screws along with the lint screen duct screws
25
Reattach the moisture sensor wire and the door springs.
26
Now, replace the lower front panel by snapping it into position.
27
Reconnect the door switch wire connector at the top of the dryer.
28
Slide the main top on and secure it with the screws.
29
Rotate the control panel down and lock it into place.
30
If applicable, replace the screws and end caps.
31
You’re now ready to plug the appliance back in to make sure it’s functioning properly.
Description
This video provides step-by-step instructions on replacing the igniter on Whirlpool gas dryers with the lint filter at the door. The most common reason for replacing the igniter is when the dryer tumbles but doesn’t heat.
All of the information in this igniter replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Kenmore, Whirlpool, KitchenAid, Maytag, Roper, Estate, Crosley, Inglis, Amana, Admiral
Tools used: Hex socket, flat-head screwdriver, Phillips head screwdriver, putty knife
All of the information in this igniter replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Kenmore, Whirlpool, KitchenAid, Maytag, Roper, Estate, Crosley, Inglis, Amana, Admiral
Tools used: Hex socket, flat-head screwdriver, Phillips head screwdriver, putty knife
Step-By-Step Instructions
1
As with any repair, be sure you unplug the appliance before beginning.
2
Your first step is to detach the control panel.
3
Depending on your model, you will either insert a putty knife under the panel to release the two clips or you will pull off both plastic end caps and remove the screws found underneath.
4
Now, rotate the control panel up.
5
Remove the screws securing the main top and slide the top off.
6
Next, insert a flathead screwdriver between the upper and lower front panels to release the two clips and detach the lower panel.
7
Remove the two door springs.
8
Remove the upper panel mounting screws along with the lint screen duct screws.
9
Detach the moisture sensor wire.
10
Now, disconnect the door switch wire connector remove the screws from the top of the upper panel and lift the upper panel off.
11
Depress the pulley to release the belt tension and unthread the belt from the pulley and motor shaft.
12
Use the belt to lift out the drum.
13
The igniter is located on the burner tube.
14
Disconnect the wires.
15
Remove the igniter mounting bracket screw and slide out the bracket with the old igniter.
16
Loosen the mounting screw to release the old igniter from the bracket.
17
When handling the new igniter be careful not to touch the element itself.
18
Attach the new igniter to the bracket and tighten the mounting screw.
19
Carefully align the new igniter assembly by sliding the mounting bracket tab into the slot, then secure the screw.
20
Reconnect the wires.
21
Next, replace the drum by aligning its rim on the two rear rollers and loop the belt around the tension pulley and motor shaft in a “zig-zag” formation.
22
Rotate the drum to help align the belt.
23
Replace the upper front panel by aligning the two rollers on the drum rim and positioning the top lip of the panel on the cabinet brackets.
24
Replace all four panel screws along with the lint screen duct screws
25
Reattach the moisture sensor wire and the door springs.
26
Now, replace the lower front panel by snapping it into position.
27
Reconnect the door switch wire connector at the top of the dryer.
28
Slide the main top on and secure it with the screws.
29
Rotate the control panel down and lock it into place.
30
If applicable, replace the screws and end caps.
31
You’re now ready to plug the appliance back in to make sure it’s functioning properly.
Applicable Product Model
Parts Needed
Igniter
$32.63
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$31.26
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