How to Troubleshoot & Replace Whirlpool AP6013380 / WP8566184 Dryer Timer Control

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Part Number: AP6013380 / WP8566184

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Do-It-Yourself Rating

Very Easy

15-30 minutes

What customers say

Customers say they replaced this timer when the dial stopped advancing or the dryer would not shut off. Dryers that would not start or that shut off before the clothes were dry also needed it. No heat or intermittent heat was traced to the timer in several. Removing the control panel cover took the most figuring for several, since clips hold the front of some panels.

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Brianne M Aztec , NM December 09, 2018

Timer won't advance

Replaced with timer purchased from appliance parts pros.

Do-It-Yourself Rating:
Repair Time Estimate:: 15-30 minutes
Tools:: Screwdrivers

Annette C Limington , ME November 27, 2018

Bad timer

After googling and finding this site I was able to determine that my timer was bad. The site was VERY easy to navigate and easy fast ordering. Shipping was average. The how to video was awesome and pretty spot on. I was able to do the repair in about 15 minutes. Appliances part pros will be my go to from here on out. Thank you!!

Do-It-Yourself Rating:
Repair Time Estimate:: Less than 15 minutes
Tools:: Nut Drivers, Screwdrivers

Brad C Iowa Park , TX November 20, 2018

Dryer would not start yet it would kick on and off in the "wrinkle prevention" cycle

After checking the fuse, thermostat and push start button (all good) I found that the timer was not showing a complete circuit in the three other modes of drying. I ordered a new timer on Friday at 2:00 pm and included a note stating that if they could get it to me as soon as possible I might be able to get out of the doghouse at home. You know women and their washers and dryers....and some men too! Anyway, much to my surprise, the part arrived at 10:30 Saturday morning...I only paid for 2-3 day shipping. I showed my 14-year-old grandson what to do and he had the new timer installed in about 10 minutes. My wife came home and asked if I'd be able to get the dryer fixed sometime during the day, I told her that her grandson already took care of it. She was happy, I was out of the dog house and the rest of the weekend was great! You guys rock!! I'll never buy anywhere else!!! Brad

Do-It-Yourself Rating:
Repair Time Estimate:: Less than 15 minutes
Tools:: Nut Drivers, Screwdrivers

Roger K Sioux Falls , SD October 28, 2018

Appliance: Maytag Electric Dryer MEDC700VW0

Timer was out of Maytag Centennial dryer

Ordered parts from Appliance Parts, came in few days, got a chance in evening to repair. Tried to get cover off, took two screws off back top, wouldn't come loose. went to YouTube, couldn't find anything on this particular dryer, proceeded to take top off, then seen the two clips that held front of panel down, duh. Rest was easy. Could've opened the paneleith two screws, and a putty knife. Would be nice if Appliance Parts had manuals or videos showing each model.