Kenmore Dryer error code
Kenmore Dryer Error FLASH-3
Turn off power at circuit breaker.
Turn off power at circuit breaker.
Try these first
Start here before buying a part or taking the appliance apart.
- 1Turn off power at circuit breaker
Turn off power at circuit breaker.
- 2Remove front and rear access panels
Remove front and rear access panels.
- 3Inspect drive motor for overheating or unusual smells
Inspect drive motor for overheating or unusual smells.
A quick explanation
What does FLASH-3 mean?
Turn off power at circuit breaker.
The answer you came for
How to fix Kenmore dryer error FLASH-3
Start with the safest checks and work from simple to technical.
- 1
Turn off power at circuit breaker
Turn off power at circuit breaker.
- 2
Remove front and rear access panels
Remove front and rear access panels.
- 3
Inspect drive motor for overheating or unusual smells
Inspect drive motor for overheating or unusual smells.
- 4
Test motor windings with multimeter for proper resistance
Test motor windings with multimeter for proper resistance.
- 5
Check motor start capacitor for bulging or leakage
Check motor start capacitor for bulging or leakage.
- 6
Inspect drum belt for wear, tension, or damage
Inspect drum belt for wear, tension, or damage.
- 7
Check drum rollers and bearings for smooth rotation
Check drum rollers and bearings for smooth rotation.
- 8
If motor is faulty, disconnect electrical connectors and
If motor is faulty, disconnect electrical connectors and remove mounting bolts.
- 9
Install new drive motor assembly with proper alignment
Install new drive motor assembly with proper alignment.
- 10
Reconnect wiring and test drum rotation at various
Reconnect wiring and test drum rotation at various speeds.
Read the additional checks from the current guide
How to Fix Dryer Error Turn off power at circuit breaker.Remove front and rear access panels.Inspect drive motor for overheating or unusual smells.Test motor windings with multimeter for proper resistance.Check motor start capacitor for bulging or leakage.Inspect drum belt for wear, tension, or damage.Check drum rollers and bearings for smooth rotation.If motor is faulty, disconnect electrical connectors and remove mounting bolts.Install new drive motor assembly with proper alignment.Reconnect wiring and test drum rotation at various speeds.
What to Check Next on This Kenmore Dryer Kenmore Dryer Error Flash-3: Use the code or symptom as the starting clue, then confirm what the dryer actually does before ordering parts. Unplug the dryer before checking the heater, thermal fuse, thermostat, motor, belt, door switch, sensors, or control wiring. Clean the lint screen and confirm strong airflow through the full vent path before replacing heat or control parts. Check the door switch, drum movement, belt, rollers, moisture sensor bars, loose connectors, and signs of overheating. Run a timed-dry test after airflow corrections and note whether the failure is no start, no heat, weak airflow, long dry time, or control behavior. Replace a part only after the same symptom repeats and the complete Kenmore dryer model number confirms compatibility. If the issue returns after these checks, match replacement parts to the complete Kenmore dryer model number from the appliance tag. Kenmore models can be built by different manufacturers, so fit depends on the full model number. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases through links on this page.
Recommended part
Recommended part for this error code
Part listed in the current guide
OEM candidate: WP3391277
Price noted in the current guide: $155
Why this part is shown: It is associated with Kenmore Dryer error FLASH-3 in the current guide. The error code alone does not prove this part has failed.
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Safety first
Disconnect power before opening panels or touching internal parts.
When to stop
- Stop if you see burned wiring, melted connectors, water near electrical parts, or a gas smell.
- Do not perform live-voltage testing unless you are trained and equipped for it.
- Use the exact model manual or service information before replacing electronic controls.
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