Dryer stopping mid-cycle or not heating consistently? The cycling thermostat regulates drum temperature. DIY-friendly repair, typically takes 30 minutes.
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20 year old Whirlpool dryer would stop mid cycle. Jonathan S. • Alexandria , VA • August 29, 2020
I don't have a multimeter so couldn't check all voltages or resistances on suspect parts. I assumed it had to be the two thermostat units - the thermostat or the dryer cycling thermostat. These were not expensive parts so ordered both and installed both. Very easy to remove back panel and replace with the new parts, making sure the OEM numbers were the same. Put back panel on, plugged back in and it fired right up - time will tell if these were the culprits. Not much left electronics wise on...
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