It’s a common issue even after full vent cleaning. A few things to check before replacing the motherboard:
1. Moisture Sensor Issue: If your Kenmore Elite has moisture sensors near the lint trap, buildup or sensor failure can cause early shutoff. Clean them gently with rubbing alcohol and a soft cloth.
2. Thermistor or Thermal Fuse: These components monitor and regulate temperature. A faulty thermistor can trigger a “check vent” warning even when the vent is clear. Test continuity with a multimeter and replace if needed.
3. Blower Wheel Obstruction or Slippage: Sometimes the blower wheel loosens or gets debris behind it, which reduces airflow at the dryer exit (even if the vent line is clean). Inspect and spin the blower by hand to confirm it’s secure.
4. Vent Sensor / Flow Sensor: Some Kenmore models use a pressure switch or flow sensor to detect airflow. If it’s dirty, damaged, or reading inaccurately, it can falsely trigger the “check vent” light.
5. Control Board Last Resort: Only consider replacing the motherboard after verifying all above parts. It’s rarely the first failure point in these symptoms.
It’s a common issue even after full vent cleaning. A few things to check before replacing the motherboard:
1. Moisture Sensor Issue: If your Kenmore Elite has moisture sensors near the lint trap, buildup or sensor failure can cause early shutoff. Clean them gently with rubbing alcohol and a soft cloth.
2. Thermistor or Thermal Fuse: These components monitor and regulate temperature. A faulty thermistor can trigger a “check vent” warning even when the vent is clear. Test continuity with a multimeter and replace if needed.
3. Blower Wheel Obstruction or Slippage: Sometimes the blower wheel loosens or gets debris behind it, which reduces airflow at the dryer exit (even if the vent line is clean). Inspect and spin the blower by hand to confirm it’s secure.
4. Vent Sensor / Flow Sensor: Some Kenmore models use a pressure switch or flow sensor to detect airflow. If it’s dirty, damaged, or reading inaccurately, it can falsely trigger the “check vent” light.
5. Control Board Last Resort: Only consider replacing the motherboard after verifying all above parts. It’s rarely the first failure point in these symptoms.
Tyler
AK Dryer Vent Solutions
Anchorage AK
www.akdryervent.com
It’s a common issue even after full vent cleaning. A few things to check before replacing the motherboard:
1. Moisture Sensor Issue: If your Kenmore Elite has moisture sensors near the lint trap, buildup or sensor failure can cause early shutoff. Clean them gently with rubbing alcohol and a soft cloth.
2. Thermistor or Thermal Fuse: These components monitor and regulate temperature. A faulty thermistor can trigger a “check vent” warning even when the vent is clear. Test continuity with a multimeter and replace if needed.
3. Blower Wheel Obstruction or Slippage: Sometimes the blower wheel loosens or gets debris behind it, which reduces airflow at the dryer exit (even if the vent line is clean). Inspect and spin the blower by hand to confirm it’s secure.
4. Vent Sensor / Flow Sensor: Some Kenmore models use a pressure switch or flow sensor to detect airflow. If it’s dirty, damaged, or reading inaccurately, it can falsely trigger the “check vent” light.
5. Control Board Last Resort: Only consider replacing the motherboard after verifying all above parts. It’s rarely the first failure point in these symptoms.
Tyler
AK Dryer Vent Solutions
Anchorage AK
www.akdryervent.com
It’s a common issue even after full vent cleaning. A few things to check before replacing the motherboard:
1. Moisture Sensor Issue: If your Kenmore Elite has moisture sensors near the lint trap, buildup or sensor failure can cause early shutoff. Clean them gently with rubbing alcohol and a soft cloth.
2. Thermistor or Thermal Fuse: These components monitor and regulate temperature. A faulty thermistor can trigger a “check vent” warning even when the vent is clear. Test continuity with a multimeter and replace if needed.
3. Blower Wheel Obstruction or Slippage: Sometimes the blower wheel loosens or gets debris behind it, which reduces airflow at the dryer exit (even if the vent line is clean). Inspect and spin the blower by hand to confirm it’s secure.
4. Vent Sensor / Flow Sensor: Some Kenmore models use a pressure switch or flow sensor to detect airflow. If it’s dirty, damaged, or reading inaccurately, it can falsely trigger the “check vent” light.
5. Control Board Last Resort: Only consider replacing the motherboard after verifying all above parts. It’s rarely the first failure point in these symptoms.
Tyler
AK Dryer Vent Solutions
Anchorage AK
www.akdryervent.com