ErrorCodePro · Appliance Error CodesKenmore 417 model dryer Error Code E8C: Meaning & How to Fix It
By the ErrorCodePro Editorial Team · Last reviewed October 20, 2026
Kenmore 417 model dryer error code E8C means: Frequent high-limit thermostat trips. The high limit thermostat trips if the dryer overheats. [1] Keep using it? No. Stop using it until the cause is fixed. Start with the owner checks below, beginning with: write down the code and model number.
Source: Kenmore 417 model dryer error-code chart, via Sears PartsDirect [1].
Quick facts
| Code | E8C |
|---|---|
| Also shown as | None listed by the manufacturer |
| Brand / appliance | Kenmore 417 model dryer |
| System | Heating |
| Meaning (service chart) | Frequent high-limit thermostat trips. The high limit thermostat trips if the dryer overheats. [1] |
| Keep using it? | No. Stop using it until the cause is fixed |
| DIY-safe? | Owner checks only (listed below) |
| Support | Kenmore customer support (kenmore.com) or a Sears-authorized technician |
| Source document | Kenmore 417 model dryer error-code chart (via Sears PartsDirect) |
On this page: Meaning · Steps · Parts · When to call a technician · Related codes · FAQ
What error code E8C means on a Kenmore 417 model dryer
Frequent high-limit thermostat trips. The high limit thermostat trips if the dryer overheats. [1]
This is a heating code. Codes and wording can vary by model, so check your owner's manual for your model number.
How to fix Kenmore 417 model dryer error code E8C (safe owner checks)
- Write down the code and model number. Note exactly what the display shows (E8C) and copy the full model number from the rating label, so you can confirm this chart applies to your 417 model dryer and order the right parts.
- Check the vent. Clear any blockage found in the exhaust vent path.
- Do a power reset. Unplug the appliance or switch off its breaker for one minute, then restore power and try again. If the code clears and stays away, it may have been a one-off fault.
- Test and decide. Run a short cycle or restart and watch the display. If E8C comes back after these checks, stop using the dryer for this function and call a technician, because the remaining causes need meters or part replacement.
The first and last steps (and the power reset) are general owner checks added by ErrorCodePro; the rest follow the Kenmore 417 model dryer error-code chart published by Sears PartsDirect, rewritten for safe owner use.
Parts that may be involved
Exact parts depend on your model number. This page lists part types only, never part numbers.
- Electronic control board
When to call a technician
- If the dryer heats constantly because a relay on the electronic control board is stuck, a technician should replace the electronic control board.
- Anything involving wiring, the control board, the motor or the water valve electrics
- The appliance is under warranty: contact Kenmore customer support (kenmore.com) or a Sears-authorized technician first
Related error codes
Frequently asked questions
What does error code E8C mean on a Kenmore 417 model dryer?
The Kenmore 417 model dryer error-code chart lists E8C as follows: Frequent high-limit thermostat trips. The high limit thermostat trips if the dryer overheats.
Is it safe to keep using the 417 model dryer with E8C?
No. Stop using it until the cause is fixed.
Can I fix Kenmore 417 model dryer error E8C myself?
Only with the owner checks on this page, starting with: write down the code and model number. If it persists, call a technician or Kenmore customer support (kenmore.com) or a Sears-authorized technician.
Sources
- Sears PartsDirect: Kenmore 417 model dryer error-code chart (third-party copy of manufacturer service data)
Last reviewed: October 20, 2026. ErrorCodePro is not affiliated with Kenmore.