Kenmore Elite
Dryer

Model #79681022900 Official Kenmore Elite dryer

Here are the diagrams and repair parts for Kenmore Elite 79681022900 dryer, as well as links to manuals and error code tables, if available.

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Dryer Lint Screen Housing#K320

Drum and motor parts elec Diagram

Dryer lint screen housing

Part #MCK49049101
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Dryer Drum Support Roller, 2-pack (replaces 4581EL2002E, 4581EL2002H)#K250

Drum and motor parts elec Diagram

Dryer drum support roller

Part #4581EL2002A
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Dryer Idler Pulley (replaces 4561EL3002B)#K650

Drum and motor parts elec Diagram

Dryer idler pulley (replaces 4561el3002b)

Part #4561EL3002A
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Dryer Heating Element (replaces 5301EL1001G, 5301EL1001J, 5301EL1001S, 5301EL1001W)#F110

Drum and motor parts elec Diagram

Dryer heating element

Part #5301EL1001J
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Dryer Moisture Sensor#K340

Drum and motor parts elec Diagram

Dryer moisture sensor

Part #6500EL3001A
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Dryer High-Limit Thermostat#F140

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Dryer high-limit thermostat

Part #6931EL3001F
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Dryer Drying Rack (replaces 3750EL1001C, 3750EL1001D, 3751EL1001B)#A700

Cabinet and door assembly parts Diagram

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Dryer Drum Baffle (replaces 4432EL1002B)#K120

Drum and motor parts elec Diagram

Dryer drum baffle (replaces 4432el1002b)

Part #4432EL1002A
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Washer Hose Clamp (replaces 3W40106M)#K508

Panel and guide assembly parts Diagram

Washer hose clamp (replaces 3w40106m)

Part #4861FR3068A
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Dryer Side or Bottom Exhaust Vent Kit (replaces 383EEL9001B)#A800

Cabinet and door assembly parts Diagram

Vent kit

Part #383EEL9001B
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Symptoms common to all dryers

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Main causes: bad timer or electronic control board, door switch failure
Main causes: lack of electrical power, bad power cord, wiring failure, bad control board, blown thermal fuse, bad door switch
Main causes: clogged exhaust vent, bad motor relay, loose dryer door catch, bad door switch, control system failure, faulty drive motor
Main causes: bad drum support roller, damaged idler pulley, broken blower fan blade, worn drum glide bearing, bad drive motor
Main causes: door switch failure, lack of power, broken belt, blown thermal fuse, bad drive motor, control system failure
Main causes: damaged door strike, worn door catch
Main causes: bad gas valve coils, broken heating element, tripped safety thermostat or fuse, bad operating thermostat, control failure
Main causes: clogged exhaust system, heating system failure, deposits on moisture sensor, control system failure

Repair guides common to all dryers

These step-by-step repair guides will help you safely fix what’s broken on your dryer.

How to replace a dryer drum support roller

If your dryer thumps or squeals, replace the drum support roller to restore quiet to your home.

Repair difficulty
Time required
 90 minutes or less
How to replace a dryer thermistor

The thermistor senses the air temperature in the dryer. If your dryer overheats or doesn't heat at all, the thermistor could be the problem.

Repair difficulty
Time required
 30 minutes or less
How to replace a dryer idler pulley

The idler pulley exerts pressure keeps the drive belt tight so it can rotate the drum. A worn idler pulley squeals or squeaks when the dryer is running. Follow these instructions to replace it.

Repair difficulty
Time required
 90 minutes or less

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