79661522100 AF error
Your Kenmore 79661522100 is showing AF. Before replacing parts, confirm the model tag matches 79661522100: Check the door frame, inside the door opening, or the rear panel near the exhaust. On this Kenmore dryer, AF means Restricted airflow — the lint screen or vent is clogged, crushed, or kinked. The steps below follow the field-service order for the 79661522100 platform — not the generic Kenmore AF page. Cross-check part fit with 79661522100 before ordering — use the model-specific parts diagram. If the code cleared after a reset but returned mid-cycle, treat that as a confirmed fault rather than a one-time glitch.
Fix steps
- Verify the model tag reads 79661522100 — Check the door frame, inside the door opening, or the rear panel near the exhaust.
- Reset AF: unplug the dryer or switch off the breaker for 5 minutes, then restore power.
- Clean the lint screen, inspect the exhaust hose and exterior vent hood, and confirm electric dryers have both legs of 240V power for AF.
- Cross-check part fit with 79661522100 before ordering — use the model-specific parts diagram.
- Run a test cycle after repair. If the code returns, use the compatible parts below or the full brand code guide.
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FAQ
What does AF mean on a Kenmore 79661522100?
Restricted airflow — the lint screen or vent is clogged, crushed, or kinked.
How do I reset AF on a 79661522100?
Unplug the dryer or switch it off at the breaker for 5 minutes, then restore power and restart. If AF returns on the 79661522100, the underlying fault is still present.
What part do I need for 79661522100 AF?
Try the reset and troubleshooting steps first. AF on the 79661522100 is not always a failed part.
Is AF on the 79661522100 easy to fix?
Many owners fix this themselves with basic tools. Start with the reset and steps above, then check compatible parts below.