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Kenmore Dryer light is out
If the interior light on your Kenmore dryer is out, start simple and work down the most likely causes. First check the bulb and its socket — if a new bulb shows no visible damage and still gets no power, the light socket or its wiring may be bad; test it with a multimeter. Next, know that many indicator lights are built into larger electronics, so a failed control panel, touchpad assembly, or the user control and display board can kill lights and usually requires replacing the entire module. A faulty door switch is less common but can prevent voltage from reaching the lamp, so test the switch for continuity while actuated. Finally, the light assembly or bulb itself can be burned out or damaged. You can order the exact replacement part you need by entering your model number on RepairClinic.com — we’ll show parts that fit your dryer and give installation help so you can get that interior light working again.
01 - Kenmore Dryer Light Socket
If the light itself is newly installed or shows no signs of damage, yet still won't work, it's possible the light socket is defective. You can use a multimeter to test whether or not voltage is reaching the light socket. If the meter shows that power is reaching the light socket then it's likely the socket is malfunctioning and will need to be replaced.
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02 - Kenmore Dryer Control Panel
The dryer control panel indicator lights are part of the control panel assembly and cannot be replaced separately. If an control panel indicator light is not working, the entire control panel assembly will need to be replaced.
Highly Likely
03 - Kenmore Dryer Touchpad and Control Panel
The dryer control panel indicator lights are part of the touchpad and control panel and cannot be replaced separately. If an control panel indicator light is not working, the entire touchpad and control panel assembly will need to be replaced.
Highly Likely
04 - Kenmore Dryer User Control and Display Board
The dryer control panel indicator lights are part of the user control and display board and cannot be replaced separately. If an control panel indicator light is not working, the user control and display board will need to be replaced.
Highly Likely
05 - Kenmore Dryer Door Switch
The dryer door switch will turn the interior light off when the door is closed and turn it back on when the door is opened. If the switch is defective, it may be unable to allow voltage to reach the light. You can use a multimeter to test the door switch for appropriate electrical continuity when actuated. If the switch doesn't provide appropriate continuity, it will need to be replaced.
Less Common
06 - Kenmore Dryer Light Assembly
The most likely cause of a dryer interior light not working is a defective light assembly. Inspect the assembly for any visible damage or burn marks and replace as required.
Less Common
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