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Whirlpool [dryer] model LGL8858EQ0
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Good.
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The humming comes from the bottom
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Maybe from the motor?? There shouldn't be too much else toward the base of the dryer which could be responsible for sounds. It's either that or maybe the gas burner assembly.
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The machine is not running, when you hit the button to start, the humming starts
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Yes, that is likely the motor trying to run but failing... for whatever reason.
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when I close the door and even though the machine is not on, I hear the flame ignite.
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There should a separate contact in the dryer motor's switch for the heater circuit. That contact should remain open until the motor is running and up to speed. The heater should not be energized without the motor running.
Maybe the motor's switch is internally defective allowing the heater to be on when it shouldn't and also preventing the motor from running? If its actuation mechanism isn't just jammed up with lint, etc., the motor might need to be replaced.
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Whirlpool LGL8858EQ0 Dryer Motor
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when I close the door and even though the machine is not on, I hear the flame ignite. I am leaving the door in the open position for now.
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I would suggest you go one step further and actually unplug the machine until it can be looked into. Better safe than sorry?
JMO
Dan O.
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