Dennis October 04, 2012 for Model Number GEW9200LW0 I push the control on button and make what ever selections/ setup I want. When I push the hold to start button I hear a click and the sensing light comes on and the dryer does not start. This is the same for any automatic cycle or manual cycles. Up to this point we have had no trouble with the dryer.
1 Answer Dennis, Based on your post, the first thing to check is the thermal fuse WP3390719 located on the blower housing. It reacts to heat, and is a "one shot" fuse. If it "opens" the motor will not start and run. Also check for a broken belt Or faulty "belt switch" 279782 If the belt broke, the switch or wires failed, the motor won't start or run either. Also, you'll need to check and make sure the exhaust vent and vent hood are not restricted or clogged with lint. Read More...
Richwrong September 22, 2012 for Model Number GEW9250Pw1 Changed the electronic control board twice in response to dryer not going on. First time this fixed the problem for 6 months. Second time fixed the problem for a few hours. I now have the dryness level lrd on in the middle. The auto cycle Normal led is on as well as the Man Cycle Touch up led. The Temp Medium led is also on. Turning the power on and off or pressing the various buttons, or opening and closing the door have no effect on this described state. What is the problem with this dryer?
1 Answer Richwrong, You may want to try this first, turn the power off, remove the top panel and access the main control board on the left side of the cabinet. Disconnect the P3 and P4 harnesses from the main control board (user interface/key pad harness) and reapply power to the dryer. If the LED's remain illuminated, you'd have a faulty control board WP8546219, you'll also need to check your power supply, Fluctuations and Polarity issues, can "scramble" a conttrol board chip. If you have a "PF" code but the LED's don't illuminate, you'd have a faulty "User Interface" WP8558753. Your Tech data information sheet, should be attached to the backside of the lower access panel, you can use it to circuit test the user interface circuits, if you have a multi meter. Read More...
Kate September 22, 2012 for Model Number GEW9250PW0 All of my LED lights on the user panel are dead. The light inside dryer works. I have power coming into plug and terminal block and into P1 on main control board. How can I verify whether the main control board is bad or the user inteface board is bad?
1 Answer Kate, A couple of checks to make. At the main control board check for 120 volts across P1 pin5(blk) and P1 pin 3(blu), with the door switch closed. If all's OK, you'll need to test the key pad / buttons resistance circuits with a your meter (page 6 of the tech data information sheet). There is voltage into the control board at all times, but no power out until the selection is made and the start button is pressed. (you'll find your tech data information attached to the inside of the lower access panel). Read More...
Brian September 09, 2012 for Model Number GEW9250PLO Hello, I've been limping our dryer (Whirlpool Duet) along for about three weeks now since we found a puddle of water in the drum from condensation. I dried everything off and cleaned the lint out of the fan and surrounding areas. We've been having to turn the CB off for about a day then turn it back on to get the dryer to work. We would sometimes get two or three dryer cycles out of it before it would stop working again. Well that trick has stopped working now and all I get is the interior light to come on but the dryer will not turn on at all.. Any suggestions?
1 Answer Brian, You want to start by checking the thermal fuse circuit located on the blower housing WP3392519. If the fuse opens, due to excessive heat, it eliminates power to the motor and the dryer won't start or run. But based on your post, you'll need to duisconnect the exhaust vent from the back of the dryer, and check and clean any debris in the exhaust vent pipe, and check the vent hood for damage or clogs. You may want to check the installation guide and make sure the total working length of the venting is not too long, as well. Condensation in a dryer drum is usually due to the venting system. Thanks Read More...
Angela September 08, 2012 for Model Number MED9700SQ0 Control panel lights up, press start button, hear the click and nothing happens. I had a local repair person come out and he tested all the normal things, belt, fuses, etc. He says the motor works, the unit is getting power, belt is fine, etc. He feels that the problem must be the computerized part of the dryer, and this will be a costly repair. I am kind of handy, is this something I could repair myself using part # AP3775548? My husband and I are both public school teachers, with 4 children, so I try to save money anywhere I can! :o)
1 Answer Hello Angela, I would definitely check the door switch. If you want to replace the control WP8546219, it isn't that difficult. Be sure to unplug the unit and remove the main top. The control board is mounted on the metal bracket across the top left of the unit directly under the main top. Read More...
Les September 06, 2012 for Model Number Whirlpool GEW9250PW0 I am looking to replace the Main Control Board in my Whirlpool GEW9250PW0. The original part number is listed as 8546219. Is P/N 8557308 the same thing?
1 Answer Hello Les! No, 8557308 is not the same as 8546219. For your model you will use part number 8546219 (WP8546219). Thanks! Read More...
Jason August 13, 2012 for Model Number GEW9250PW The control board is stuck in the "Heavy Duty" mode no matter how I change the selection knob. Also, the dryer will not start. I can turn it off and on with not problem but remains in the same mode.
1 Answer Hello Jason. Based on the information you provided, it sounds liek the electronic control WP8558756 is bad and will need to be replaced on the unit. Read More...
Tom August 02, 2012 for Model Number 110.95081401 Replaced control board... Control lock light is flashing & beeping.
1 Answer Hello Tom. If the unit does not unlock by holding the buttons, you will need to order and replace the control panel 280100 on the unit. Read More...
Kcnormile July 08, 2012 for Model Number GEW9200LQ0 When my 10 year old Whirlpool Duet (GEW9200LQ0) stopped working I replaced both the thermistor and thermal fuse. I also thoroughly removed lint, etc. and checked the condition of the belt. Now when I try to start the dryer, I get a beep and the sensing light goes on, but that’s it. After performing the diagnostic, all the panel lights (all red except end of cycle is green) are on and I get an E3 code. Does it make sense to replace the control board next? Thanks.
1 Answer Kcnormile, Are you sure you have an "E3" error code ? Did you by chance have a voltage problem or a power outage ? The initial description, would indicate an issue in the thermal fuse or the belt switch being "open" and not allowwing the motor to start, but the E3 code indicates a communication error between the controls. Check the thermal fuse and belt switch first. Read More...
Clint June 22, 2012 for Model Number 9200lw1 electric Have the E3 code when pressing the temperature buttin on console during diagnostic. Looks like it is the control board shot. The back of the heater relay is visibly burnt out. I have oredered a new board, but is there something else that would make the relay fail? Is there something else I should check? I do not want to fry the new board as well. Thanks in advance for any replies.
1 Answer Clint, Is your area suseptable to power outages or voltage surges ? A damaged relay is a good reason for a E3 code, software mismatch. Check and make sure the wiring from the control board through the thermal cut off and hi limit thermostat have not shorted to the chassis, check the heater element, casing and wires for arc marks or shorts to the chassis. Thanks Read More...