Kenmore dryer gas igniter
Match by model number and igniter connector style before ordering.
$18-$65
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A Kenmore gas dryer that tumbles but does not heat needs ignition-sequence diagnosis. Watch what the burner assembly does before choosing parts. A dark igniter, a glowing igniter with no flame, and a flame that shuts off after a few minutes each point to different causes.
Shut off the gas supply and unplug the dryer before opening the cabinet.
Symptom Map
| Symptom | Likely area |
|---|---|
| Igniter never glows | Igniter, thermal fuse, wiring, timer, control |
| Igniter glows with no flame | Gas supply, gas-valve coils, valve, flame sensor |
| Flame lights once then quits | Gas-valve coils or airflow restriction |
| Dryer heats weakly | Vent blockage, cycling thermostat, gas flow |
| Gas odor | Gas fitting, valve, supply line |
Fix Order
- Confirm the manual gas shutoff is open and the dryer has electrical power.
- Clean the lint screen and verify the vent is not crushed or blocked.
- Remove the access panel for your Kenmore dryer style.
- Start a heat cycle and observe whether the igniter glows.
- If the igniter stays dark, test the igniter and thermal fuse for continuity.
- If the igniter glows but the burner will not relight, test or replace the gas-valve coils.
- Replace the full gas valve only after the igniter, sensor, coils, voltage, airflow, and supply checks support that diagnosis.
Parts Often Needed
Kenmore dryers can share Whirlpool, Frigidaire, or LG-built parts depending on the model prefix. Use the full model number from the door opening before ordering an igniter, coil kit, flame sensor, or thermal fuse.
When to Call Service
Call a technician for gas valve replacement, gas odor, damaged fittings, repeated flame rollout, or any repair that requires gas-line leak testing. Do not bypass fuses or flame sensors.