Any info on this Kenmore Dryer is appreciated

[combo52]

The 135F is the low temp delicate thermostat on this dryer.

The new adjustable thermostat you have is a Cool-down thermostat, it closes on temp rise, a heat cycling thermostat needs to do the reverse, open on heat rise.

John L.

 

[akronman]

Thanks John

I was wondering about that as I looked at the thermo yesterday, that's why I posted pics for your input!
Thanks, I'll check my basement stock for OPEN ON RISE.

Thanks John

 

[bendixmark]

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.

 

[combo52]

Adjustable Dryer Thromostats

Hi Mark, Whirlpool sells sells these thermostats for replacement purposes for their dryers, While I agree that some aftermarket thermostats are bad news I have never had a problem with the adjustable ones WP sells.

 

John L.

 

[akronman]

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

 

[kpiper1980]

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