Kenmore Elite Dryer Door Won T Stay Closed

However when i push the buttons on the control panel to start the dryer the.

Kenmore elite dryer door won t stay closed.

The bad news is that the dryer won t run if the door doesn t close. Sometimes when a door won t close or seems to pop open on its own the problem is a dirty seal. How to fix a kenmore dryer door that won t close. In other words the electricity is working fine.

My gas dryer is 10 years old purchased in 2004. The strike is the pointy metal piece attached to. Last week it stopped working. Kenmore electric dryers use a strike and catch system to keep the door locked during operation.

Dip an old toothbrush into the mixture. Damaged door strike worn door catch. How to fix a dryer door that keeps popping open. Your dryer door depresses a small switch somewhere along the dryer opening once you close the door so the dryer can begin to dry your clothes.

If the dryer door doesn t stay shut when you close it something is awry with the door latching components. The good news is that replacing both components are quick inexpensive fixes. Model 79669272000 kenmore elite dryer. In a bowl mix warm water with a drop of dish washing liquid.

Repair guides common to all dryers. Watch this how to video with simple step by step instructions for a successful. The interior light turns on when i open the door and it turns off when i close the door. Kenmore elite he3 dryer.

Need help replacing the door catch kit part 279570 in your kenmore dryer. A quick inspection should reveal whether the door strike or door catch is at fault. These step by step repair guides will help you safely fix what s broken on your dryer.