Customer Questions and Answers for Control Timer (60 Hz, Motor Not Serviced) by Whirlpool

Control timer that sequences and electric dryer's cycle timing, directing heat, tumble and cool-down stages. Replacing a faulty timer restores correct cycle advancement and helps stop runs that end early or run continuously. What it does:

• Advances the dryer through selected cycles and timing steps.
• Switches power to heat and motor circuits per the selected program to control operation.
• A failing timer can cause the dryer to not start, stop mid-cycle, not advance to the next cycle, or run longer than expected.
• Timer motor is not serviced separately; the full timer assembly is replaced when the motor fails.

• Always disconnect power to the appliance before starting repair to avoid shock risk.
• Replace the timer with the same part number; note or photograph wiring locations before removal to ensure correct reconnection.
• No special calibration is typically required after replacement.