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Customer Questions and Answers for Dryer Rotary Start Switch by Ge

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Part Number: OEM14942739
Manufacturer Part Number: WE4M519

Dryer won't start or starts automatically? Failed rotary start switch is likely. DIY repair in 5-10 minutes with basic tools. Video guide included.

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For Ge Dryer Rotary Start Switch (Part Number: OEM14942739)

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Jane, If you test the start switch for continuity when you push in on it and if there is no continuity then the start switch will need to be replaced.

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James, jumping wires can cause the unit to operate, however, this is not a recommended thing to do as it can create risks. If the model number of your appliance could be provided in a new inquiry, including the symptoms of the unit, this will allow for the most accurate information to be presented.

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Katie, based on the information provided, there would be a motor WE17X10010 issue. The rotary start switch is a temporary switch that just sends 120VAC to the motor to allow the start windings to spin the motor quickly to allow the centrifugal switch to close.

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P.J.W, You would want to use a 16/14 wire connector for this dryer as this is what most of the wiring is in the unit.

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PJ W. The wires would normally be attached together using a piggy back connection.

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Trapper, With the unit shutting off as soon as the start switch is released then this would most likely be caused by a faulty centrifugal switch on the motor which would require the motor to be replaced. The start switch does not stay in the position of start as it is just a momentary switch to get it started.

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Hello Lynne, As per the wiring diagram for the model provided you will need to connect the double brown wires to terminal 4 and 3 and the red wire will connect to terminal 2.

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Hello Diane, The timer knob is WE01X20374. You will have to replace the timer WE4M533 to get the timer shaft. The new knob will simply slide onto the timer shaft to install.

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