Electric Whirlpool dryer wont start

Dryer Repair
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Dryer stopped working. It wont start. I checked the door switch, its fine, checked the heating element, 9.6 ohms (within range). The timer is running I can hear it. I’m guessing maybe a thermal cutoff. I dont have internet access where the dryer is, and I forgot to write down the model number, I’ll post it in a little while. The dryer is in great condition as far as appearance. Also previous to this problem the thing did’nt work correctly on the low heat setting, and it did not dry as well (about 1&1/2 cycles to dry clothes) in the timed dry cycle. Any infomation about these things would be greatly appreciated.

Drew

P.S.
Model number LER5636EQ3
serial number MH1609870
type number 178-00

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The first thing I would do is check the thermal fuse (#7 on the [B]diagram[/B]) for continuity. If it’s open, replace it together with the high limit thermostat (#15) according to the manufacturer instructions.

I would clean the dryer vent all the way through the outlet, and the air ducts and the lint chute inside the dryer.

Here are the breakdown diagrams and http://www.appliancepartspros.com/partsearch/model.aspx?model_id=246726

Gene.