Kenmore Laundry Center Gas Dryer Not Igniting


Reference Model: 417.71712510


Problem: Gas dryer portion of laundry centre not igniting consistently. Coils, gas valve, radiant sensor and wiring harness have been changed and the problem persists.


Diagnosis:

Check that the gas valve is receiving 120vac when attempting to ignite. Check the igniter and ensure that it is drawing enough current ( most gas dryers will draw between 4 and 8 amps when calling for heat ) to open or hold open the gas valve solenoids to allow gas to pass. An igniter may be weak or faulty even when appearing to work properly.

The Tech Sheet, available below, contains errors codes, wire diagrams, tips, etc.



Laundry Centre Tech Data Sheet




Some Frigidaire Laundry Centre parts for our reference model#

Gas valve

Gas valve assembly, Natural gas

Item Number 5303207409

coil kit

Dryer gas valve solenoid coil kit, The kit includes both 2 and 3 wire coils

Item Number 5303931775

Igniter

Dryer igniter assembly

Item Number 5304517325

Flame sensor

Flame sensor for gas dryer

Item Number 5303281135

Dryer gas valve conversion kit, Natural to LP

Dryer gas valve conversion kit, Natural to LP

Item Number PCK3100



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