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Customer Questions and Answers for Timer (3-Cycle) by Whirlpool

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By: Whirlpool
Part Number: OEM18027078
Manufacturer Part Number: WP3976574

This 3-cycle mechanical timer controls cycle sequencing and duration in select Whirlpool appliances, restoring proper timing and automated cycle changes. It's a direct-replacement control for units with a worn or non-advancing timer. What it does:

  • Advances the appliance through its programmed cycles and times each cycle interval.
  • Directly controls cycle-related functions so the unit starts, changes, and ends cycles as intended.
  • Common symptom: appliance stays on one cycle, won't advance, or runs continuously.
  • Common symptom: cycles do not complete or the appliance fails to switch between functions.
What's included: One 3-cycle mechanical timer. Install notes:
  • Disconnect power (unplug or shut off breaker) before beginning any service.
  • Take a photo or label wiring before removing the old timer to ensure correct reconnection.
  • Handle the timer and connector pins carefully to avoid damage; use proper tools.
  • After installation, restore power and run a test cycle to ensure proper operation.

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Hello Allcia, The belt 341241 is off. The belt on a dryer doesn't just come off by itself. Normally the idler pulley WP691366 or the drum rollers 349241T,(two of these) have started resisting rotation to cause the belt failure. If the belt in on and not broken, and it's heating, the problem is most likely the motor run winding is open which will require the motor 279827 replacement to correct the issue.

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Answered by AppliancePartsPros.com   |   Wednesday, May 16, 2012

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