Kenmore 795.851**.900 User manual

ELECTRIC & GAS DRYER
SERVICE MANUAL
CAUTION
READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY IN ORDER TO
PROPERLY DIAGNOSE PROBLEMS AND TO SAFELY
PROVIDE QUALITY SERVICE ON THESE DRYERS.
Website: http://sears.com
MODEL : 795.851**.900
795.921**.900

JUNE. 2009 PRINTED IN KOREA P/No.: MFL62119904

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To avoid personal injury, disconnect power before servicing this product. If electrical power is required
for diagnosis or test purposes, disconnect the power immediately after performing the necessary checks.
!
WARNING !
WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:
IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE
The information in this service guide is intended for use by individuals possessing skill and experience in
electrical, electronic, and mechanical appliance repair. Any attempt to repair a major appliance may result
in personal injury and property damage. The manufacturer or seller cannot be responsible for the
interpretation of this information, nor can it assume any liability in connection with its use.
RECONNECT ALL GROUNDING DEVICES
If grounding wires, screws, straps, clips, nuts, or washers used to complete a path to ground are
removed for service, they must be returned to their original position and properly fastened.
IMPORTANT
Electrostatic Discharge (ESD)
Sensitive Electronics
ESD problems are present everywhere. ESD may damage or weaken the electronic
control assembly. The new control assembly may appear to work well after repair is
finished, but failure may occur at a later date due to ESD stress.
■Use an anti-static wrist strap. Connect wrist strap to green ground connection point or unpainted
metal in the appliance.
- OR -
Touch your finger repeatedly to a green ground connection point or unpainted metal
in the appliance.
■Before removing the part from its package, touch the anti-static bag to a green ground connection
point or unpainted metal in the appliance.
■
Avoid touching electronic parts or terminal contacts; handle electronic control assembly by edges only.
■When repackaging failed electronic control assembly in anti-static bag, observe above instructions.
■Do not try to light a match, or cigarette, or turn on
any gas or electrical appliance.
■Do not touch any electrical switches. Do not use
any phone in your building.
■Clear the room, building or area of all occupants.
■Immediately call your gas supplier from a
neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas supplier’s
instructions carefully.
■If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire
department.

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CONTENTS
1. SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................................................................... 4
2. FEATURES AND BENEFITS ............................................................................................... 6
3. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ........................................................................................ 6
4. DRYER CYCLE PROCESS ................................................................................................ 13
5. COMPONENT TESTING INFORMATION ......................................................................... 14
6. MOTOR DIAGRAM AND SCHEMATIC ............................................................................. 17
7. WIRING DIAGRAM ............................................................................................................ 18
8. STEAM FUNCTION ............................................................................................................ 19
8-1. STEAM CYCLE GUIDE ............................................................................................ 19
8-2. TROUBLESHOOTING FOR STEAM DRYER .......................................................... 20
8-3. DISPLAY FAULT/ERROR CODES FOR STEAM DRYER ........................................ 21
9. FLOW SENSOR FUNCTION ............................................................................................. 22
9-1. FLOW SENSOR ....................................................................................................... 22
9-2. INSTALLATION CHECK .......................................................................................... 23
9-3. TROUBLESHOOTING FOR FLOW SENSOR DRYER ............................................ 24
10. DIAGNOSTIC TEST ........................................................................................................ 25
10-1. TEST 1 120V AC ELECTRICAL SUPPLY ............................................................ 26
10-2. TEST 2 THERMISTOR TEST - MEZSURE WITH POWER OFF ......................... 29
10-3. TEST 3 MOTOR TEST ......................................................................................... 30
10-4. TEST 4 MOISTURE SENSOR .............................................................................. 31
10-5. TEST 5 DOOR SWITCH TEST ............................................................................. 32
10-6. TEST 6 HEATER SWITCH TEST - ELECTRIC TYPE .......................................... 33
10-7. TEST 7 GAS VALVE TEST - GAS TYPE .............................................................. 34
10-8. TEST 8 SEMI-CONDUCTOR ............................................................................... 35
10-9. TEST 9 MOTOR ASSEMBLY, DC, PUMP ............................................................ 35
10-10. TEST 10 GENERATOR ASSEMBLY .................................................................. 36
11. CHANGE GAS SETTING (NATURAL GAS, PROPANE GAS) ....................................... 37
12. DISASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS .................................................................................... 39
13. EXPLODED VIEW ............................................................................................................ 49
13-1. CONTROL PANEL & PLATE ASSEMBLY .............................................................. 49
13-2. PANEL DRAWER ASSEMBLY & GUIDE ASSEMBLY............................................. 50
13-3-1. CABINET & DOOR ASSEMBLY: ELECTRIC TYPE ............................................ 51
13-3-2. CABINET & DOOR ASSEMBLY: GAS TYPE ...................................................... 52
13-4-1. DRUM & MOTOR ASSEMBLY: ELECTRIC TYPE .............................................. 53
13-4-2. DRUM & MOTOR ASSEMBLY: GAS TYPE ........................................................ 54

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1SPECIFICATIONS
Name: Electric and Gas Dryer
Power supply: Please refer to the rating label regarding detailed
information.
Specifications are subject to change by manufacturer.
See page 7 See page 8
Size : 27 X 30 X 38.7 (inch)
Dryer capacity: IEC 7.4 cu.ft.
Weight: 136(lbs)
Pedestal (1 each)
Purchased Separately
Stacking kit (1 each)
Purchased Separately
ACCESSORIES
See page 6
Dryer rack (1 each)

Sound levels
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ITEM 795.851**.900
795.921**.900 REMARK
Blue White / Candy Red / Patina beige
Porcelain
Color
Top Plate
Door Trim
ELECTRICITY
CONSUMPTION
MOTOR
HEATER
LAMP
GAS VALVE
AG HEATER
DC, PUMP
CONTROL TYPE
DRUM CAPACITY
Weight (lbs) - Net/Gross
No. of Programs
No. of Dry Options
No. of Temperature Controls
Moisture
Temperature
No. of Dry Levels
Reversible Door
Drum
Dryer Rack
Control Lock
Interior Light
Product (WxHxD)
Sensor
POWER SUPPLY
Material &
Finish
Chromate
120V/240V 60Hz (26A)
250W (4.5A)
5400W (22.5A)
15 W (0.2A)
13 W (0.11A) x 2
1100W (9.2A)
2.4W (0.15A)
Electronic
7.4 cu.ft.
136 / 155.7
14
8
5
5
Available
Available
Available
Stainless Steel
Available
Available
Available
27" x 42 3/4" x 28 1/3"
Packing (WxHxD) 29 1/2" x 44 3/4" x 30 3/4"
AC 120V
AC 240V(ELECTRIC MODEL)
AC 120V
AC 120V(GAS MODEL)
AC 120V(STEAM MODEL)
DC 9V(STEAM MODEL)
Thermistor
Electrode sensor

2FEATURES AND BENEFITS
3INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
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Dryer Rack Installation Instructions
Open the door.
Hold the dryer rack
with both hands.
Put the dryer rack into
the drum
Check and be sure that the
front of the rack is properly
seated behind the lint filter.

Peel the protective paper from the tape on
the side bracket.
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Secure the side bracket to the washer with
a screw on the back of the bracket. Repeat
Steps 2, 3, & 4 for the other side.
Place the dryer on top of the washer by
placing the legs as shown. Be careful not to
pinch fingers between the washer and dryer.
Slide the dryer back against the stop on the
side rail.
Fit the side bracket firmly to the side of the
top plate by attaching the double-faced tape
to the top plate as picture shown.
Insert the front rail of the stacking kit. Push
the front rail back against the stops on the
side brackets.
•Do not use a stacking kit with a gas dryer in
potentially unstable conditions like a mobile
home.
Stacking Kit Installation Instructions
Place the washer firmly on a stable, even
and solid floor as product installation
instructions describe in the owner’s
manual.
Do not attempt this alone!
At least two people are required to lift and
position the dryer on top of a washing
machine!
Failure to heed this warning can result in
serious physical injury and damage to the
appliance.
WWAARRNNIINNGG
Stacking kit
Screw both sides of the front rail to the side
brackets.
To ensure safe and secure installation, please observe the instructions below.

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Pedestal Installation Instructions
The pedestal accessory includes:
•Drawer divider (1) •Wrench (1)
•Screws (18) † •Retainers (4) ††
Tools Needed for Installation:
•Phillips-head screwdriver
•Wrench (supplied)
† Dryer installation only uses 8 screws
†† For dryer only
To ensure safe and secure installation, please
thoroughly follow the instructions below.
•Incorrect installation can cause serious accidents.
•The appliances are heavy. Two or more people are
required when installing the pedestal. There is a
risk of serious back injury or other injuries.
•Do not allow children to play in or on the drawer.
There is a risk of suffocation or injury.
•Do not step on the handle. There is a risk of serious injury.
•If appliances are already installed, disconnect them
from all power, water, or gas lines and from draining or
venting connections. Failure to do so can result in
electrical shock, fire, explosion, or death.
•When installing, gloves must be put on.
WARNING
Retract fully
Retainer
T-clip
Make sure the leveling feet of the dryer are
fully retracted.
NOTE: The appliance and pedestal assembly
must be placed on a solid, sturdy, level floor
for proper operation.
Insert the T-clip of the 4 retainers into the dryer
base as shown. Press up on the back of the
clip and pull outward to lock into place.
Place the dryer on the
pedestal. Make sure
the front and back feet
are in the correct
positions. The dryer
feet will fit into the
innermost positions as
shown.
Make sure the screws on the pedestal align with the
holes in the retainers, then install 4 screws on each
side to securely attach the appliance to the pedestal.
NOTE: If the screws are not installed properly, noise
and vibration may result.
Move the appliance to the desired location.
Securely tighten all locknuts by hand.
NOTE: Noise and vibration may result if locknuts are not
tightened.
Be sure to connect the appliances to all water, power,
or gas lines and draining or venting connections before
operation.
If there is excessive vibration during the first operation
after installation, slightly adjust the leveling feet.
Loosen the locknuts on all 4 leveling feet of the
pedestal until you can turn them with the wrench.
Turn clockwise to raise or counterclockwise to lower
until the pedestal is level and all 4 feet are solidly
against the floor.
For dryer
For washer/combo
Raise Lower
Locknut

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Use the instructions under option 2 or 3 if your
home has a 3-wire receptacle (NEMA type 10-30R).
Use option 2 if local codes and ordinances permit
the connection of a chassis ground to the neutral
connector. If this is not permitted, use option 3.
Review the following options to determine the appropriate electrical connection for your home:
Electric Dryer Only
If this type is available at your home. you will be
connecting to a fused disconnect or circuit breaker
box
Important : Grounding through the neutral conductor
is prohibited for (1) new branch-circuit installations,
(2) mobile homes, and (3) recreational vehicles, and
(4) areas where local codes prohibit grounding through
the neutral conductor.
Prepare minimum 5ft(1.52m) of length in order for
dryer to be replaced.
First, peel 5 inch (12.7cm) of covering material from
end. Make a 5 inch of ground wire bared. After cutting
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1
/2inch (3.8cm) from 3 other wires. peel insulation
back 1inch (2.5cm). Make ends of 3 wires a hook
shape.
Then, put the hooked shape end of the wire under the
screw of the terminal block(hooked end facing rightward)
and pinch the hook together and screw tightly.
Use the instructions under option 1 if your home
homehas a 4-wire receptacle (NEMA type 14-30R).
If this type is available at your home. you will be
connecting to a fused disconnect or circuit breaker
box
1. Connect neutral wire(white) of power cord to center
terminal block screw.
2. Connect red and black wire to the left and right
terminal block screws.
3. Connect ground wire(green) of power cord to external
ground screw and move neutral ground wire of
appliance and connect it to center screw.
4. Make sure that the strain relief screw is tightened.
and be sure that all terminal block nuts are on tight and
power cord is in right position.
5"
(12.7 cm)
31/2"
(8.6 cm)
1"
(2.5 cm)(2.5 cm)
5"
(12.7 cm)(12.7 cm)
1"
(2.5 cm)
3 2"
(8.9 cm)
3-wire direct
4-wire receptacle
(NEMA type14-30R)
3-wire receptacle
(NEMA type10-30R)
4-wire direct
5"5"
(12.7 cm)(12.7 cm)
31/2"
(8.6 cm)
1"
(2.5 cm)
5"
(12.7 cm)
1"
(2.5 cm)
3 2"
(8.9 cm)
4-wire connection : Direct wire
5"
(12.7 cm)
31/2"
(8.6 cm)
1"1"
(2.5 cm)(2.5 cm)
5"
(12.7 cm)(12.7 cm)
1"
(2.5 cm)
3
2
"
(8.9 cm)
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