Error code reference

Kenmore Dryer Error Code E3

User interface keyswitch or software mismatch between console electronics and machine control electronics (only appears in diagnostic test mode).

SourceKenmore Whirlpool Dryer 110 - Tech Sheet: Diagnostics & Testingp. 1

Diagnostic procedure

The full E3 procedure

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First diagnostic step
Check that the correct machine control electronics and console electronics and housing are installed by comparing part numbers. See TEST #5, page 8.

SourceKenmore Whirlpool Dryer 110 - Tech Sheet: Diagnostics & Testingp. 1

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Where this code is documented

6 manuals in the MyPros+ library document this code for Kenmore dryer.

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