Dryer is running too hot, why?

Turn it on, go outside to where the vent is and see if you have good flow. If not you have a block somewhere.

If you have good flow...no clue.

First things first make sure it isnt pushed up against the wall and the vent is kinked.

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i actually took the hose off the dryer as well as the back panel and ran it... it still was getting extremely hot

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I would take the front off and disassemble the venting from the filter location near the door and make sure everything is clear down there.

Also, while the front is off, try to check the pulley(s) that are down under the drum. Make sure they are turning easily. If you're smelling melting plastic, something plastic is obviously getting real hot. Might be able to see some discoloration down there. Dryers are pretty easy to disassemble completely and examine.

While you're at it, might check the circuit boards up in the panel at the top and see if something isn't showing signs of overheat there.

Drag that dryer outside and use your blower and air compressor to blow out the whole shebang. Be sure to open the door and blow through the interior vent. You'll be amazed at the clouds of lint that come out of that thing.

I had this same issue. Ended up being a cheap gasket on the back. It was letting cooler air in and prevented the thermostat from regulating. Replaced it and all back to normal.

High limit switch is bad.


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