Customer Questions and Answers for Timer (Dryer) by Whirlpool

This mechanical timer controls your dryer's cycle sequencing. It advances through timed and automatic settings, routes power through internal contacts, and shuts the unit off at the end of the cycle to restore reliable operation.

• Advances cycles in timed and auto-dry modes
• Directs power to motor/heater via internal switch contacts
• Ends the cycle and turns the dryer off at completion
• Failure symptoms include the timer not advancing, dryer running continuously, won't start on certain settings, or auto-dry not progressing

• Disconnect power; turn off gas supply for gas models before servicing
• Access the timer from the control console; remove the knob/dial if needed
• Transfer wires one at a time to matching terminals on the new timer
• Mount the timer securely, reinstall panels/knob, and run a test cycle