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mrsparks  
#1 Posted : Saturday, February 21, 2009 1:05:02 PM(UTC)
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We have checked the vent-it's clear. We have plenty of heat. On highest/hottest dry setting, timed dry takes close to two hours-even with a lighter load. Longer with towels/jeans/large load. Any ideas?
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denman  
#2 Posted : Saturday, February 21, 2009 5:05:50 PM(UTC)
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Cannot find any info on listed Model Number, olease check it.

If you have lots of heat then you must have a problem with air flow.

Undo the dryer from the exhaust
Run a load
If the load dries correctly then you have a vent problem.
Clean/check the vent system. Make sure the outside louvers open fully.

If you do not want lint in the house.
Take a pair of pantyhose, put one leg into the other and attach this to the dryer exhaust.
Leave enough room behind the dryer so it can blow out like a windsock.
Run a load.

Both the above will allow you to check the air flow and temp.
Also the above is NOT recommended for a gas dryer due to possible carbon monoxide problems.

Other possible causes :
Loose or dirty blower wheel
Worn or loose drum seals
Dirty lint filter. Especially if you use fabric softener. It can coat the lint filter and drastically reduce air flow. Clean with soap and water.
Plugged holes at back of dryer drum
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mrsparks  
#3 Posted : Sunday, February 22, 2009 5:04:31 AM(UTC)
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Will do, thanks for the ideas. After searching for the model number on the web, I thought I copied it wrong too. Double checked and that's what it says. Apparently it's a relic.
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