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Kenmore Dryer Repair Calgary
Kenmore dryers were sold through Sears Canada for decades, so there are still a lot of them in Calgary laundry rooms. The key to repairing one is knowing who built it — the model number prefix tells us, and we carry parts for all three makers.
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Common Kenmore faults
What goes wrong with Kenmore dryers
Who made my Kenmore?
Look at the model number: 110 means Whirlpool, 796 means LG, 417 means Electrolux/Frigidaire. Parts and error codes follow the maker.
No heat
The usual thermal fuse, element and thermostat failures on electric models, and igniter or gas valve coil failures on gas models.
Noisy drum
Older Kenmore dryers often need drum rollers, glides or an idler pulley after years of use. These are common, affordable parts.
About the brand
Kenmore in Canadian homes
Kenmore never built its own dryers. Most Kenmore dryers in Canadian homes were made by Whirlpool (model prefix 110), with others made by LG (796) or Electrolux/Frigidaire (417). The maker decides which parts and error codes apply.
Models we see: Kenmore, Kenmore Elite, 70/80/90 Series, older Sears Canada models
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Kenmore dryer error codes — what they mean
Codes and wording vary between models and years. Use this as a guide, and tell us exactly what your display shows when you call.
| Code | What it means | Likely cause | Who fixes it |
|---|---|---|---|
| AF / Check Vent (F4 E3) | Airflow through the dryer is restricted; it keeps running. | Clogged lint screen or vent, or a crushed or kinked vent hose. | Try first |
| PF | A power failure interrupted the cycle. | Power outage or brief loss of power. | Try first |
| L2 | Low or no line voltage — the heater may not turn on. | Tripped breaker, blown fuse or incorrect power cord install. | Try first |
| F4 E4 | Low or no line voltage to the heater. | Tripped breaker, loose cord terminal screws or home supply issue. | Try first |
| F1 E1 | Main control fault (varies by model). | Main control board, or no voltage detected at the heater relay. | Technician |
| F2 E1 | Keypad (control panel) fault. | Stuck key or failed keypad / user interface. | Technician |
| F2 E2 | Keypad or control fault. | Keypad, user interface or control board. | Technician |
| F2 E5 | User interface or its wiring has a fault. | User interface board or wiring harness. | Technician |
| F3 E1 | Exhaust thermistor fault. | Failed exhaust thermistor or its wiring. | Technician |
| F3 E2 | Five loads dried with no moisture-sensor reading. | Dryer not level, very small loads, or a failed moisture sensor. | Try first |
| F3 E3 | Inlet thermistor fault. | Failed inlet thermistor or its wiring. | Technician |
| F4 E1 | Heater system fault. | Heating element or heater relays on the control. | Technician |
| F6 E1 | Control boards are not communicating. | Main control board, touchpad / user interface or wiring. | Technician |
| F7 E1 | Motor system fault. | Drive motor, motor control or motor wiring. | Technician |
The table shows the Whirlpool-built (110.) Kenmore codes. Kenmore dryers built by LG (796.) use LG codes, and those built by Electrolux (417.) use Frigidaire/Electrolux codes — check those brand pages, or call us with your model number.
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Kenmore dryer repair — FAQ
Do you repair Kenmore gas and electric dryers?
Yes. We repair Kenmore gas & electric dryers across Calgary and nearby towns.
Where is the model number on my Kenmore dryer?
Kenmore model numbers start with a three-digit prefix (for example 110., 796. or 417.) followed by the model. That prefix tells us who built the dryer, so it is the most useful thing you can give us.
Is my Kenmore dryer worth repairing?
In most cases, yes. Common failures like fuses, heating elements, belts, rollers and sensors cost far less than a new dryer. If yours is not worth fixing, the technician will tell you honestly.
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