79669002010 Kenmore Dryer Parts List

Roller assembly

The drum support roller for your dryer holds the drum in place while the drum turns on the support wheels. The drum roller is round with a bearing in the middle and measures approximately 3 inches in diameter. If the dryer is noisy, won’t tumble, or takes too long to dry, you might need to replace the support roller. It is recommended that you replace both rollers at once. The bearing inside this roller is self-lubricating, so no grease will be required. Please remember to disconnect the power to your appliance before starting your repair. This is a genuine OEM part.

Thermal fuse (thermostat)

The high limit thermostat protects the dryer by shutting off the heating element when the dryer overheats. If the thermostat has blown, dryer won’t start or there is no heat, the thermostat will need to be replaced it can not be reset. If your dryer vent is clogged it could cause the thermostat to blow as well. This is a genuine OEM part. Please remember to disconnect the power to the dryer before starting the repair.

Dryer lint filter assembly (lint filter)

The lint filter sits in your dryer, and collects loose lint when the machine is operating. Sometimes the lint filter will become clogged or damaged, and in this case, you will need to replace your current lint filter with this part. The frame of this line filter is made of white plastic, and the filter is sold individually. To replace the filter, simply remove the old, damaged filter, and replace it with the new one.

Dryer drum belt (belt)

The drive belt is made to wrap around the drum, working with the tension pulley to rotate the drum. If your dryer drum will not turn, then you may need to replace your belt. This drive belt is 1/4-inch wide with 4 ribs and 3 grooves. It is recommended to disconnect the power to your dryer before you start your repair. This drive belt is a genuine OEM part.

Moisture sensor (sensor)

The moisture sensor, also known as a humidity sensor, works in conjunction with your dryer by helping determine the amount of moisture in the drum to reduce overdrying. If the timer doesn’t advance correctly, it is suggested to check the moisture sensor bar for damage. A damaged sensor can cause the automatic drying cycle to not work properly and will need to be replaced. This is a genuine OEM part. Please remember to disconnect the power to the dryer before starting this repair.

High limit thermostat and thermistor kit (thermistor)

The thermistor, with wire harness, helps regulate and monitor the temperature inside of the dryer. The thermistor attaches onto the blower housing. If your dryer has a short drying time or a fault code is flashing, the thermistor maybe defective and will need to be replaced. Please remember to disconnect the power to the dryer before starting the repair. This is a genuine OEM part.

Heater assembly (heater)

They are all strung with a coiled wire made of a nickel and a chrome alloy. This wire receives, but resists, a controlled electric current and as a result, the wire heats up. The heat produced is used to dry the clothes in your dryer

Blower thermostat

The blower housing exhaust thermostat works in conjunction with your dryer by helping to regulate the temperature inside of the dryer drum. The thermostat will turn the heat off and on to help maintain the required temperature in the drum. If your dryer is not heating the thermostat may have shorted out and will need to be replaced. This is a genuine OEM part. Please remember to shut the power off to the dryer before starting the repair.

Cover,guide (cover guide)

Drum assembly (drum)

This part rotates to circulate air through the clothes.

Parts assembly, svc (2 pack) (roller assembly)

The drum support roller for your dryer holds the drum in place while the drum turns on the support wheels. The drum roller is round with a bearing in the middle and measures approximately 3 inches in diameter. If the dryer is noisy, won’t tumble, or takes too long to dry, you might need to replace the support roller. It is recommended that you replace both rollers at once. The bearing inside this roller is self-lubricating, so no grease will be required. Please remember to disconnect the power to your appliance before starting your repair. This is a genuine OEM part.

Thermostat assembly (thermostat)

Felt seal (seal)

Drive motor (dryer motor)

This motor works with the belt to drive your dryer's drum.

Leg

This plastic adjustable dryer leg is used to support the weight and adjust the height of your dryer to keep it level. To install the leg, tip the dryer back and screw it into the bottom of your dryer unit. Please note that this dryer leg is sold individually.