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I don't think that rocker switch is connected to the "Wrinkle Guard" feature, it just happens to be next to that proclamation on the panel; just as the start button has no relationship to the "Soft Heat" badge on the other side.

 

My guess is it either changes temperature settings or set-points or similar during the Automatic cycle.  I'm definitely not an appliance repairman and others on here are much more well-informed.  Maybe one of them can clear up your question.

 

lawrence
 
finally installed

And runs wonderfully, but also needs to be taken apart and de-linted EVREYWHERE. What I don't understand is that there are both moisture sensors in the drum(rear bulkhead) AND a timer knob where the schematic shows 45 minutes of timer running when the thermo is not calling for heat. That suggests a routine timer-versus-heat set-up, but then why the moisture sensors?

It also has a pulse timer, about every minute it tumbles to prevent wrinkling, and an adjustable buzzer, and Hi-Low-Air, etc, pretty deluxe. And both a drum light and a console light!

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that pulse timer, which is usually mounted on the upper right hand bulkhead is for the Wrinkle Guard.....

an added feature back then....not incorporated into the regular timer yet....

I am going to speculate the 'normal/knit' switch is for temps, high/low...

for service techs, were not required to clean the lint out of a machine, for say, if you called in for a broken belt, or heating issue...

speaking of which, lets take this machine for example....lint light on all the time....were there to fix just that, the light, most likely just clean the lint screen as Mark did, the port that activates the light, and that's it!...

they can mention that the lint needs cleaned out, but most times, if it wasn't requested beforehand, another service call is required....

now if and when you called for service, you requested the machine to be cleaned out of all lint, lubricate the rollers and such, that's a woile other charge....cleaning out the vent line from the dryer to the point it exits the house, some places don't do that, or it will be another extra charge....

same thing applies for a washer...lets say it required a belt or pump replacement....that's all that is to be completed....test to make sure it works, and then move on......cleaning the detergent build up, the ring around the tub/agitator....not part of the service call....

this is the same thing when having a new machine delivered....usually with a gas dryer, the delivery guys wont touch it, you must call a plumber for that...with an electric, only a new plug can be installed by them....its a liability thing...

they may remove the old appliance, and possible broom clean the area.....but no more....and the machine gets hooked back up to the existing vent lint, if clogged, that's the responsibility of the homeowner, not the delivery crew.....

your given 'X' amount of work orders, and a time frame for each one....if you spend too much time at one place, they will call you, as to what is taking so long....

as with any business, time is money......

local guys may have some lead way....theres many reasons why some places will charge 85.00 for a service charge, and others 200.00+ just to show up....
 
 
Bob, there's an Air/Heat toggle switch at bottom of the console on the left side.

Presumably the moisture sensor controls the timer motor on the Automatic All Fabric Cycle, in the same the way the thermostat does for auto-dry when a direct moisture sensor is not involved -- timer stalls when damp clothes close the circuit across the sensor bars, timer runs when the circuit is open.  Common method for moisture-sensor models that have a mechanical timer instead of fully electronic controls.
 
OOOMMMGGG

DIRTIEST LINT FIRE TRAP I EVER SAW, now that I started dis-assembly. 46 years old, holy crap. Martin, you are correct. The previous owner said it was serviced, and there's clearly a clean and neat crimp on a wire to the door switch. Other than that, no one EVER cleaned this thing up.

So that's this weekend's project, and it ran damn fine to begin with!!!!
Wp/KM knew how to build a dryer, and I really think that with a COMPLETE delint and lube, this is a fine machine, probably one or 2 steps down from a Lady.

Look at the flammable mess surrounding the burner assembly. And clogging the inlet to the drum.

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stupid little tabs

So, I did a total cleanout, de-lint, lube, installed a new gasket where the exhaust port hits the rear bulkhead, a re-glued nice gasket where the exhaust upright hits the blower housing, a new glow bar igniter. I forgot the drum bulb so far, and the flourescent bulb, I'll get them soon. This 46 year old machine dries evenly, perfectly, buzzes when done, runs for around 30 seconds every minute after the cycle is done for wrinkle prevention( and buzzes each time) and is a workhorse of fine 70's Kenmore/Whirlpool engineering. Hot damn it's like brand new!

Problem: How do I re-install the darn lower front? These weird clips just don't want to go in, they pop out in a second after they get mangled and lose their springiness. Have I got them in right? This is all that's left to complete a makeover rebuild. And those burned out bulbs.

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46 YO Kenmore Gas Dryer

Great job Mark, WP sells a clip kit to reattach these lower front panels.

 

PS your Wrinkle-Guard cycle should tumble for 10 seconds every 5 minutes for a total of about two hours unless you remove the clothing sooner, the WG cycle was a great idea that really helped prevent wrinkling and even if the clothes were left in the dryer for the full 2 1/2 hours it only resulted in the dryer running without heat for about 5 minutes.

 

John L.
 
update

This GREAT drier needs a new motor, I've got an Ebay one and will work on it today. While I'm at it, I want to swap out the low temp cycling thermostat for an adjustable one, see pics. Which of these 3 should I be replacing? The one on the lower left, red label with a white line though it, says 135 degrees. Is that likely the HIGH or the LOW?[this post was last edited: 3/27/2020-04:25]

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Thermostat

Those adjustable thermostats are bad news.I had one nearly burn up a customers dryer.For that matter aftermarket thermostats tend to be cheap junk.I only use whirlpool originals.
 
good thermostat

Open 120, Close 105, non-adjustable. It was in my basement! She's up and running again, cycles very low temp on the new thermo. And I installed a new flourescent bulb, all is good.

My favorite thing about this drier, besides how wonderfully it works, is the adjustable buzzer. Other old driers don't buzz, or buzz even if it's just socks and underwear. This one, I decide for each load!

Thanks to John---
Mark

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Hi Akronman

Hi Akronman,

I am the one that sold you the Kenmore Dryer a few years ago. I hope you are enjoying it. I am doing some remodeling and have an old Duratub utility Sink and Kenmore Garbage Compacter if you’re interested. Have no idea if the garbage compactor works and I did slightly damage the duratub around the drain. Let me know if you would be interested in these items.

Thanks,

Keith

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