robbinPremium,MVM
join:2000-09-21
Leander, TX
kudos:1 | reply to datguy11
Re: Gas dryer not igniting replace coils only or entire valve? I was thinking in terms of the flow of air. If the exhaust was blocked it seems reasonable that it would affect the flow through the burner. You increase flow past the igniter when you blow on it. |
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| said by robbin:I was thinking in terms of the flow of air. If the exhaust was blocked it seems reasonable that it would affect the flow through the burner. You increase flow past the igniter when you blow on it. And since it is natural gas (lighter than air) and the heater is low on the mixer tube, that blow might be just enough to ignite the gas in the absence of a good flow of air through the dryer by a congested exhaust. |
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said by datguy11 :If dust build up was the problem then it would shut down prematurely It's a long shot, but if you can try this, disconnect the exhaust from the back of the dryer and see if it fires up consistently or fails out.
If it runs, you have a plugged exhaust, if not buy a new dryer as the one you have has gremlins in it. 
Safety notice while operating a dryer with no vent always have plenty of room ventilation etc, etc…
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robbinPremium,MVM
join:2000-09-21
Leander, TX
kudos:1 | It could also be clogged inside the dryer. |
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| said by robbin:It could also be clogged inside the dryer.
Any clog will do and you know something is not Kosher when the lint filter jams up about an inch out. |
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 jack bGone FishingPremium,MVM
join:2000-09-08
Cape Cod
kudos:1 | reply to datguy11
My money is still on the primary air shutter.
Or going with gas troubleshooting 101, how is the gas supply pressure? Within spec? |
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