1 Answer Butch M, Sorry, but these part has been discontinued by the manufacturer & are no longer available. 37001071 push button knob 33001618 push button start switch No alternate or substitute part has been recommended by the manufacturer. Read More...
Larry October 04, 2023 for Model Number DBXE463ED2WW When i shut the door and turn the start button the machine does not start. I have tried several dryer timer settings but still no response. The machine will sound like it has responded and wants to start but no response. I checked the electrical continuity on the switch and when the switch is turned to the on position, the test is positive. I have checked the leads and all are clean. I tested the door switch and it is engaging and showing continuity when the switch is engaged. I the belt is good, and the barrel doesn't make any grinding when turned by hand. What else do I need to troubleshoot before I scrap the machine?
1 Answer Larry, unfortunately, the model provided does not show as a valid model. If the model number could be verified and provided in a new question, it will allow the most accurate information to be presented. However, if the model is DBXR463ED2WW, the door can be left open and the door switch taped in the shut position. The start switch can then be held in the start position and the drum turned by hand. If the motor starts to operate, the failure is in the start winding of the motor WE17X10010 and it would need to be replaced. If it does not start operating, the timer would need to be tested for 120 VAC at the brown wire found at terminal C. If there is not voltage when set to a cycle, the timer WE4M271 has failed. If there is voltage, the wires would need to be checked for any loose connections or broken sections after unplugging the power supply cord. If the wires are in good condition, it would be likely that the motor has failed entirely. Read More...
Thomas May 31, 2023 for Model Number DBSR463GG7WW i ONLY HAVE TWO WIRES TO THE SWITCH RED AND BROWN THE DRYES IS 14 YEARS OLD. DO THEY HOOK UP TO 2 & 4
Ryan October 18, 2022 for Model Number DBXR463EB0CC When I turn the start switch everything starts as it should. But soon as I release the start switch everything stops. I can open the door and push the door button.. start switch and drum turns and heats but soon as I let go of the start switch it all stops. The switch has two terminals. One brown wire (and a yellow wire coming from the brown) and a terminal that has red wire on it. Is this a start switch problem? This is a GE electric dryer. The switch is WE4X881 switch.
1 Answer Ryan, with the power supply unplugged, the belt switch WD21X10261 would need to be tested for continuity when the idler pulley is in the same position as if the belt was in place. If there is not continuity, it would need to be replaced. If there is continuity, and there are no broken wires, the failure would be in the motor WE17X10010. Read More...
Kelly July 18, 2022 for Model Number EED4500D1WW When I turn the start switch everything starts as it should. But soon as I release the start switch everything stops. I can open the door and put the door button.. start switch and drum turns and heats but soon as I let go of the start switch it all stops. The switch has three terminals. Two brown wires and a terminal that has two red wires on it. Is this a start switch problem? This is a GE electric dryer. switch looks like the We4M519 switch.
1 Answer Kelly, based on the information provided, the brown wire going to the belt switch would need to be inspected for any broken sections after unplugging the power supply cord to the dryer. The belt switch WD21X10261 would also need to be tested for continuity when the idler pulley is in the same position it would be if the belt were attached. If there is continuity at the belt switch and there is not a broken section of wire, the motor WE17X10010 has failed. Read More...
Kelly July 18, 2022 for Model Number GE EED450001 When I turn my start switch the dryer starts but soon as I release the knob the dryer will stop running. Is the problem in the start switch?
1 Answer Kelly, unfortunately, the model provided does not appear to be a full/valid model. If the model number could be verified from the model/serial tag and provided in a new post, this will allow the most accurate information to be presented. Generally speaking, if there are two brown wires going to the start switch and the drum turns when the switch is activated, this kind of failure usually indicates a motor failure. Read More...
Dominic April 22, 2022 for Model Number DBXR463GD2CC I'm told part WE4M519 test o.k. but the dryer doesn't start when I turn the knob and the knob is o.k. Could he be testing the switch wrong, or could I have another problem? Dryer works fine when setting it and shutting the door, and it stops when I open the door. I'm afraid this might develop another problem. Is it ok for it to work this way?
1 Answer Dominic, Thanks for the Question!!! Yes using it this way will cause excessive wear and possible failure of the door switch. It is most likely that the start switch has failed. Check out section three in this YouTube video: https://youtu.be/RVs81pKajm8 Read More...
Ellie Potenza December 28, 2021 for Model Number DBXR463GG8WW Having trouble removing the back panel to replace the rotary start unit. The screws are not Phillips head or tork-20 as in the video. It appears the screws are part AP2042299. What screwdriver or bit should I use to unscrew these screws? Thanks -
1 Answer Ellie, This screw according to the manufacturer is a Phillips head screw. You will want to use a bigger and not-so-pointed screwdriver to get this out. Read More...
James November 17, 2021 for Model Number DHDSR46EG6WW Hello, my GE dryer rotary start switch stem was stripped. I ordered a replacement part# WE4M519 and installed without any issues. However, the knob/switch would not turn to start. Do I have a faulty new part/switch or what might be the problem?
1 Answer James, if the stem of the rotary switch WE4M519 is not grabbing onto the panel or anything, then the switch is likely seized up. Read More...
Frank August 06, 2021 for Model Number dbxr463Ed2ww I needed a new rotary start switch. I check the proper match and got part WE4M519. unfortunately the existing switch has 4 connectors (2 very close, almost touching, and 2 other). the replacement part only has 3 connectors. Wha do I do with the 4th wire?
1 Answer Frank, the two red wires would need to be joined together either by splicing them together onto a single terminal connector or by using a piggy-back connector TJMA02896-1. Read More...