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The air pathways were covered with a nice layer of lint, anchored by what I assume is residue from dryer sheets.  This is after going at it with a shop-vac hose.  I washed/scrubbed everything.

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The upper half of the element frame is charred, cracked, and warped.  It heated on pre-disassembly testing and cycled properly so apparently isn't grounding-out (at least during the test) so I hadn't anticipated a problem, but I don't think it should be run like this!

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Welcome to the world of appliance abuse. The heater is probably OK but this dryer was operated with less than a ideal exhaust system, but I an sure that will not happen under your care. Other wise it looks like you are doing a great job as usual and this dryer could last another 20-30 years if the main board cooperates.
 
Lint Layer Anchored by Dryer Sheet Residue

toggles is right, along with a few other people here.  THAT RIGHT THERE SHOWS WHY NO ONE SHOULD BE USING DRYER SHEETS IN THEIR DRYER!!!  Major fire hazzard.  That film residue attracting the lint.
 
Awesome Pictures Glen!
Yuck!
I am sure it will be showroom new when you are finished!
Brent
 
Questions

How do you plan on removing the denim stains?

Just going to vacuum the motor, or will you use other cleanup methods? What would
they be?

Will you be obtaining spares in case the keypad or control unit goes?

Thanks for the photos.
 
I'm really surprised that it didn't go up in flames. What a yucky mess, but after seeing what you did to the matching washer, I sure you will have it looking as good as new.
 
 
I suppose I should finish this thread.

Parts: heating element, high-limit thermostat, dryer refurb kit (belt, idler, drum rollers), console endcaps (one was broken), weather stripping, light bulb, spray paint.

I found that lacquer thinner removes the blue stain (paint thinner does not).

Compressed air to clean the motor.

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