Kenmore Dryer Error AF

How to Fix Dryer Error Turn off power supply and allow dryer to cool.Remove and clean lint filter thoroughly with warm water and soap.Inspect lint filter housing for debris buildup.Check dryer vent hose for kinks, blockages, or excessive length.Disconnect vent hose from dryer and clean interior duct.Inspect external vent hood for obstructions (bird nests, debris).Clean moisture sensor bars inside drum with rubbing alcohol.Check blower wheel for debris or damage.Verify proper airflow by feeling exhaust during operation.Test drying cycle performance after cleaning all components.

What to Check Next on This Kenmore Dryer Kenmore Dryer Error AF: 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.