Kenromre only runs if start switch is held down

Dryer Repair
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The Kenmore gas dryer will only run if the Press-To-Start switch is held down.

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Your start switch is probably out, replace it. Part Details - WHIRLPOOL Pusht to start switch, part number: 3395382

Nat

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If you replaced your start switch, and that did not do it, it will be the microcomputer board, that is located behind the control panel. Part # AP6015193. Tom

4

This dryer uses a cheap power relay that likes to fail and blow out the microcomputer.
Advise to replace both microcomputer AP6015193 and the relay AP6008555.
If you want to keep this dryer, suggest getting someone to install a surge protector in the breaker panel.

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Are you referring to the motor relay or heater relay. They are the same part number. Thanks

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They are interchangeable.