How to Troubleshoot & Replace Whirlpool AP6009025 / WP3976576 Timer

I was able to look on the appliancepartspros website to see issues that other people were having. I was able to diagnose the issue and order the correct part - the timer. My husband watched the repair video online and replaced the part in about 10 minutes. We saved a lot of money. 

The timer seemed like the logical item. We want on line with the part-number, and watched the excellent video on replacing the timer- really helpful. The new timer arrived within 3 days and the replacement made in about 10 minutes. The dryer is now working fine. 

After taking the dryer apart, I found the belt was broken. I also checked the timer and found a bad contact and one of the moisture sensors had broken. Our dryer is several years old and I thought the parts would be hard to find. I looked at several sites and was very happy to find AppliancePartsPros.com. Not only did they have the parts I needed, but videos and diagrams were also helpful in checking out the total dryer. The parts were in stock and delivered on time. The repair went well and now my wife is happy to have her dryer back in service. 

Ordered the needed timer from Appliance Parts Pros and installed it myself. 

I ordered a new timer and it was a quick easy replacement. If I can do it, anyone can. 

Replaced the timer and thermostat. 

Watched video, used a nut driver, and 15 minutes it was done. 

Replaced the timer in less than 15 min. 

The timer dial was not advancing in any cycle it was set to. I ordered the timer part specified by Appliance Parts Pros for my Kenmore dryer model. I received it the next day! and replaced it in less than a 1/2 hour. After unplugging it, I took the back of the control top off, pulled the knob off, and unscrewed the timer leaving the wires attached. I then connected the wires one-at-a-time to the new timer module. I mounted the new timer with the original screws, put the knob on, and closed up the back of the control top... before plugging the dryer into 220 VAC. I ran a short timer setting to verify operation with a towel inside on low heat. The dryer worked great with the new part. 

To install this timer in the dryer that I have a whirlpool you have to have magnetic tools, sockets and or socket handles! Once I had those tools it went very quickly and completed. I am so proud of myself because I have never done an appliance that large or technical! When I had the back opened I took the wires off the old one, one at a time and installed them to the new one, one clip at a time and got it right. Installing the timer was easier than putting the back cover on but the magnetized sockets made it go so much quicker and it works like it is brand spanking new! I have done 5 loads of laundry over the last 2 days and loving it! I can not thank you all for the help, the correct replacement and the quick shipping......arrived on the second day! I will not go any were else to get my parts for any of my household appliances! Bruce Hartog Wildwood, FL 34785 352-748-1273