Gary L for Model Number PYET244AYW (dryer) My Dryer just stoped working while drying clothes. My wife thought the cycle was done, however the timer was hard to turn. I have power to the dryer receptacle. I found a wiring diagram and from what I seen, if the timer failed that the unit will not work? As it is, the timer turned in any position will not do anything.
Answer Hello Gary, If the timer fails the unit will not work, but it could also be a failed thermal fuse that could be causing problem. Using multi-meter you want to check for continuity of the thermal fuse. If you do not have continuity then you will need to replace thermal fuse LA-1053. If you do find the thermal fuse to be bad you will also want to check the venting from the blower wheel all the way to the outside of home for clogs. This is the most common reason for thermal fuse to blow. You can test this with a multi-meter TJMA-DMT3. Here is a link on how to use a multi-meter. http://forum.appliancepartspros.com/oven-repair-including-ranges-cooktops/4810-how-check-continuity-ohmmeter.html Read More... Answered by AppliancePartsPros.com | Monday, November 26, 2012