Kenmore 665.95002102 Dryer Not Heating — What Part Fixes This?
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Understanding the Problem
If your Kenmore 665.95002102 dryer runs but the drum doesn't get hot, the cause can be either an electrical heating fault (electric dryer) or a gas ignition/fuel control fault (gas dryer). Many failures are safety items (thermal fuse, high-limit thermostat) that permanently cut heat to prevent fires or overheating. Other times the heating element, cycling thermostat, igniter, or gas valve coils have failed. Start by confirming whether your dryer is electric or gas and then check airflow and power/gas supply. Restricted venting or a tripped thermal fuse is a very common non-obvious reason for no heat. This guide walks through the most likely causes and the parts typically replaced to restore heat in this Kenmore/Whirlpool-built model.
Common Symptoms
Dryer drum tumbles but clothes stay cold or only slightly warm; sometimes the dryer shuts off early. No glow from the heating element (electric) or no clicking/igniter glow (gas). Dryer may run but longer dry times are required.
Common Causes
- Blown thermal fuse (safety cutoff after overheating or blocked vent)
- Failed heating element (electric dryer) or failed igniter/gas valve coils (gas dryer)
- Faulty cycling thermostat or high-limit thermostat
- Blocked or restricted venting/airflow causing overheating and fuse failure
- Faulty timer, control board, or door switch (less common)
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Helpful Repair Tip
Before replacing parts, inspect and clean the vent and lint screen, then test the thermal fuse with a multimeter for continuity — a blown thermal fuse is the single most common cause of no heat on these models.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know if the thermal fuse is blown?
Unplug the dryer and access the thermal fuse (usually on the blower housing or exhaust duct). Remove the leads and check continuity with a multimeter — a good thermal fuse shows near-zero ohms; a blown one is open (infinite resistance). Note: Replace the thermal fuse only after correcting the cause (vent blockage or overheating), because replacing the fuse without fixing the underlying problem will likely blow the new fuse too.
Can I safely replace these parts myself or should I hire a technician?
Many repairs (thermal fuse, heating element, thermostats, door switch) are straightforward for a competent DIYer with basic tools and a multimeter. Unplug (and for gas dryers, turn off the gas) before working. Gas components (igniter, gas valve coils) and gas line work can be more hazardous — if you’re not comfortable or lack experience, hire a qualified technician to avoid gas leaks or safety issues.
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