My dryer runs but does not heat.
Do not attempt service or replace parts of the appliance unless referred to in the owner's manual. Follow all safety precautions provided in the owner's manual.
Restrictions in air flow can cause the thermostats to shut the heat off too quickly which results in poor drying performance. Causes of restricted air flow are improper exhaust material and/or distance, lint build-up on the lint filter or in the exhaust vent, or a restricted damper/weather hood. Plastic and foil flexible venting may fold over causing an air-flow restriction and should not be used. A rigid metal or heavy flexible metal duct should be used. There are also limits as to the distance and the number of elbows in the exhaust vent. Consult the Installation Instructions provided with your dryer for specifics.  
 
Lint build-up on the lint filter or in the exhaust vent can also restrict air-flow. Lint can easily be removed from the lint filter using the instructions listed in your Owner's Manual. Lint in the exhaust vent requires it to be detached from the dryer. It may be necessary to replace the exhaust completely. Another cause of restricted air-flow is a stuck or obstructed damper/weather hood which is located where the exhaust vent exits your home.  
 
Make sure your dryer is properly installed according to the Installation Instructions provided with the dryer. An electric dryer will run on 120 volts but requires 240 volts to heat. Check your electrical fuse or circuit breaker box for adequate voltage supply.  
 
CAUTION: If you are not qualified to check for proper electrical supply, you may need to contact a professional electrician for this.  
 
If you own a gas dryer, be sure the gas is turned on.  
 
CAUTION: If you are not qualified to check for proper gas supply, you may need to contact your local gas supplier for this.  
 
If all of the above has been checked and the dryer still does not heat, you may need to contact an authorized Amana service representative to schedule a repair.