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Video & Articles: Appliance & Equipment RepairFrigidaire Gas Dryer Flame Sensor Replacement #5303281135
Frigidaire Gas Dryer Flame Sensor Replacement #5303281135
Skill Level
Total Parts Cost
$82.79Estimated Savings
$112.5002:33
- Description
This video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing the flame sensor on Frigidaire gas dryers. The most common reason for replacing the flame sensor is when the dryer doesn’t heat.
All of the information in this flame sensor replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Frigidaire, Westinghouse, Kenmore, Gibson, Kelvinator, Universal, Tappan, Montgomery Wards, Electrolux, Crosley
Tools used: putty knife, screwdriver
All of the information in this flame sensor replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Frigidaire, Westinghouse, Kenmore, Gibson, Kelvinator, Universal, Tappan, Montgomery Wards, Electrolux, Crosley
Tools used: putty knife, screwdriver
Step By Step Instructions
1
As with any repair, be sure you unplug the appliance before beginning.
2
Your first step is to insert a putty knife under the front of the main top to release the spring clips.
3
Now rotate the top up and support it.
4
If you dryer has a rear control panel
5
You next step is to disconnect the door switch wires.
6
If your dryer has the control panel in the front you will need to disconnect the wire harness.
7
If necessary, you may also need to remove the zip tie securing the wires.
8
Now, remove the front panel mounting screws and pull the front panel up and out to remove.
9
Remove the mounting screw to release the old flame sensor.
10
Disconnect the wires or wiring harness depending on your model.
11
Install the new flame sensor by first transferring the wire harness from the old sensor to the new one if applicable.
12
Reconnect the wires or wire harness, then insert the tab at the bottom of the flame sensor bracket into the slot in the burner tube housing and secure with the mounting screw.
13
Reinstall the front panel by aligning the slots at the bottom of the panel with the support clips then lift up the drum as you snap the front panel into place.
14
Secure the mounting screws and reconnect the wire harness or door switch wires depending on your model.
15
Use a zip tie to secure the wires.
16
Rotate the main top back into place and press down on the front to secure the spring clips.
17
You’re now ready to turn the gas supply back on and plug the appliance back in to make sure it’s functioning properly.
Description
This video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing the flame sensor on Frigidaire gas dryers. The most common reason for replacing the flame sensor is when the dryer doesn’t heat.
All of the information in this flame sensor replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Frigidaire, Westinghouse, Kenmore, Gibson, Kelvinator, Universal, Tappan, Montgomery Wards, Electrolux, Crosley
Tools used: putty knife, screwdriver
All of the information in this flame sensor replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Frigidaire, Westinghouse, Kenmore, Gibson, Kelvinator, Universal, Tappan, Montgomery Wards, Electrolux, Crosley
Tools used: putty knife, screwdriver
Step-By-Step Instructions
1
As with any repair, be sure you unplug the appliance before beginning.
2
Your first step is to insert a putty knife under the front of the main top to release the spring clips.
3
Now rotate the top up and support it.
4
If you dryer has a rear control panel
5
You next step is to disconnect the door switch wires.
6
If your dryer has the control panel in the front you will need to disconnect the wire harness.
7
If necessary, you may also need to remove the zip tie securing the wires.
8
Now, remove the front panel mounting screws and pull the front panel up and out to remove.
9
Remove the mounting screw to release the old flame sensor.
10
Disconnect the wires or wiring harness depending on your model.
11
Install the new flame sensor by first transferring the wire harness from the old sensor to the new one if applicable.
12
Reconnect the wires or wire harness, then insert the tab at the bottom of the flame sensor bracket into the slot in the burner tube housing and secure with the mounting screw.
13
Reinstall the front panel by aligning the slots at the bottom of the panel with the support clips then lift up the drum as you snap the front panel into place.
14
Secure the mounting screws and reconnect the wire harness or door switch wires depending on your model.
15
Use a zip tie to secure the wires.
16
Rotate the main top back into place and press down on the front to secure the spring clips.
17
You’re now ready to turn the gas supply back on and plug the appliance back in to make sure it’s functioning properly.
Applicable Product Model
Parts Needed
Flame Sensor
$82.79
Total$0.00
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