Kenmore Elite 79671623310 dryer Parts

On Kenmore Elite dryer model 79671623310, the model number is printed on the appliance’s rating label. Most often, you’ll find it when you open the dryer door and look along the door opening on the cabinet frame; it may also be on the back or side panel.

Where to look first (fastest checks)

• Open the dryer door and inspect the cabinet frame around the door opening
• Check the inside edge of the door itself
• Look on the back of the dryer near the top
• Check the side panel near the front edge
• If the label is worn, use a flashlight and look for faint stamped or printed characters

What the model number label looks like

The label usually includes several identifiers. Use the model number for parts lookup and manuals.

Label item	What it’s used for	Example format
Model number	Correct parts and diagrams	796.7162xxxx
Serial number	Manufacturing info, service history	Letters and numbers
Electrical rating	Power requirements	Volts/amps

Why it matters

We use the exact model number to match the correct Kenmore Elite dryer parts (like a drum belt, idler pulley, or moisture sensor) because similar-looking dryers can use different components and mounting styles.

Next step after you find it

• Write the model number exactly as shown on the label
• Use it to reference the 79671623310 owner's manual for operating details and feature information
• If you’re ordering parts, match by model number first, then confirm the part ID on the part listing

Last updated: January 2026

Kenmore Elite launched as a premium Kenmore line in 1999. Your specific Kenmore Elite dryer model 79671623310 was manufactured later than that; the most accurate way to pinpoint its build year is to decode the serial number using the identification details in the 79671623310 owner's manual.

How to find the year for your specific Kenmore Elite dryer

We use the model number to identify the design family, but the serial number tells the actual production date.

• Unplug the dryer (or switch off the breaker) before accessing labels.
• Look for the serial/model tag on the door opening, door frame, or inside the cabinet area.
• Write down the full serial number exactly as shown.
• Use the serial format guidance in the 79671623310 owner's manual to interpret the date code.
• If the label is worn, take a clear photo with good lighting and zoom in.

Quick timeline: brand line vs. your dryer

What you are dating	What it means	Typical location
Kenmore Elite “line” launch	When the Elite branding first appeared	Marketing history
Your dryer’s build year	When your unit was made	Serial number tag
Your dryer’s model family	Design/version grouping	Model number 79671623310

Why it matters

Knowing the build year helps us match the correct parts and troubleshooting steps for your dryer, especially for wear items like the dryer drum belt 4400EL2001F and drum support components.

Last updated: January 2026

A hard reset on your Kenmore Elite dryer model 79671623310 is done by removing power long enough to clear the control. Unplug the dryer (or switch the breaker off) for 1 to 5 minutes, then restore power and try a normal cycle.

Hard reset steps (safe, quick)

• Turn the dryer OFF.
• Unplug the power cord (or turn the breaker OFF).
• Wait 1 to 5 minutes.
• Restore power.
• Open and close the door once, then select a cycle and press Start.
• If the control is unresponsive, repeat the reset once using a full 5-minute power-off.

If the dryer still will not start after a reset

A reset clears many control glitches, but it will not fix a safety lockout or a failed part. Check these common causes next:

• Door not fully closed or a failed door switch (symptom: no response when pressing Start).
• Restricted airflow from lint buildup or a crushed vent (symptom: long dry times, overheating, shutdowns).
• Drive system issue (symptom: motor runs but drum does not turn); inspect the dryer drum belt 4400EL2001F and idler pulley.
• Moisture sensor bars dirty (symptom: auto cycles end too soon); clean with rubbing alcohol.
• Overheat protection tripping (symptom: stops mid-cycle); check venting and thermostats.

What a reset can and cannot fix

Situation	Hard reset helps?	What to do next
Display frozen, buttons lagging	Yes	Power reset, then retry cycle
Dryer runs but no heat	Sometimes	Check airflow, then heating system components
Dryer will not start at all	Sometimes	Check door switch, power supply, control lock
Loud squeal or thump	No	Inspect belt, rollers, idler pulley

Why it matters

Resetting is a fast first step because it clears temporary control-board faults. If the problem returns, focusing on airflow (lint screen, blower housing, vent) and common wear parts prevents repeat shutdowns and protects the heating system.

For model-specific control features and cycle behavior, follow the 79671623310 owner's manual.

Last updated: January 2026