Dryer stopped mid cycle, not light on inside

Dryer Repair
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Dryer stopped in mid cycle. When the door was open there was no light. It smelled like it was hot. The breaker was checked and there is power to where it is plugged in. HELP!!

Thanks,
Melissa

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Here are your parts
http://www.appliancepartspros.com/partsearch/modelsearch.aspx?model=PYET4444AYW

Sounds like the thermal fuse has blown, Item 5 Section 4

Note that it comes with a hi-limit thermostat so both the fuse and the hi-limit should be replaced. The high limit should regulate the temperature and the thermal fuse should not blow unless there is a problem with it or a grounded element.

Also check the following before replacing the fuse:

  1. Grounded element. The element either sags or breaks touches the case and it then runs on high without any thermostat regulation. Sometimes you can see this but best way to check is with a meter.
    Remove both wires from the heating element. Measure the heater should be about 10 ohms. Then measure from each heater connector to the case/frame both should be open (infinite ohms)
  2. Check the drum belt.
  3. Clean and check your vent system.
  4. Check that the lint filter is not coated with fabric softener residue.