sometimes there is so much of a lint build up it restricts the airflow and blows out this little fuse in the back of the dryer because it gets too hot.

usually thats the first thing i check being how easy it is to test.

you need a continuity tester.

where do I find thid fuse at?

unplug dryer and there's a cover that you take off.

http://www.repairclinic.com/SSPartDetail.aspx?PartID=2986

try to get someone to help you or do a google search

we tested it and got 4 ohms from the fuse what should we do now? what dose that mean is the fuse bad?

** we tested it and got 4 ohms **

It does not sound like you were testing it properly (see the following link). It should have zero ohms resistance (good) or infinite resistance (failed).

- How do I test for continuity?

LINK > www.appliance411.com/links/jump.cgi?ID=817

JFYI

Dan O.

www.Appliance411.com

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when i rechecked it i got nothing on my meter. so would it be that the part is bad.

something made it overheat.probably a lint build up somewhere,blocked ventilation.

We replaced the fuse and wow its working and I am so realieved! thank you so much. I will be more careul in making sure that the lint build up stays to a minimum... thanks again

** I will be more careul in making sure that the lint build up stays to a minimum **

A more likely cause is a problem in the venting from the dryer *all the way to the outdoors*. It should be *thoroughly* inspected and cleaned as it could be a very real fire hazard! (see the following link)

- Dryer Vent Information

LINK > www.appliance411.com/links/jump.cgi?ID=778

A safety device opening is the first sign of a potential problem. With a gas dryer it is even more important to have it looked into thoroughly... NOW!

JMO

Dan O.

www.Appliance411.com/parts/?ref411=Whirlpool+Dryer

The Appliance Information Site

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