Skip April 26, 2014 for Model Number wed5300sq0 Whirlpool Dryer does not fully dry clothes. We have to put dryer on twice to adequately dry clothes. Possible solution?
1 Answer Skip, You will want to check your venting for obstructions. When checking the venting you want to check from the blower wheel to the outside of your home. A clogged vent will cause the unit to not dry clothes in a timely manner and will cause longer drying times. Read More...
Michael H April 22, 2014 for Model Number REX5634JQ0 My drier runs for 5 minutes then shuts off. If you try to turn the tub it hangs up. What can I do to fix it and what part do I need. Thanks
1 Answer Hello Michael. You need to check and see if the rollers, felt seals, or pulley is bad and needs to be replaced. It sounds like it is binding up the tub in the unit. Read More...
Frank C April 22, 2014 for Model Number Whirlpool LEQ9508PW I'm changing the heating element and thermostat. The instructions state to cut the orange wire, there isn't an orange wire on the current element. There are only two wires, both red.
1 Answer Hello Frank. If your model does not have a orange wire, you will skip that step in the instructions. Read More...
Bryan April 16, 2014 for Model Number MEDC400VWO My dryer heats up and runs for about 5 min. And then quits. Any guesses?
1 Answer Hello Bryan. Check and see if the tub is binding up. If not, then the motor may be overheating and need to be replaced on the unit. Read More...
Terry April 15, 2014 for Model Number MEDC400VWO My dryer was getting too hot so I recently replaced the high limit thermostat and the thermal cut off switch. This fix worked for awhile (two months), but now the same problem has returned. Any thoughts or suggestions?
1 Answer Hello Terry. Check the venting on the dryer and see if it is bad and needs to be repaired. Read More...
Jimmy B April 09, 2014 for Model Number Not sure. Whirpool I bought the Thermal Cut-Off Kit (279816) for the thermal cutoff only. I previously purchased the High Limit Thermostat (3390291) and installed it to no prevail. When the Thermal Cutoff Kit came in the mail I only installed the thermal cutoff and not the thermostat because I had already done that. My question is this: Is there still a need to install the jumper wire? Everything was in place when I removed the old thermostat and put in the new one, same with the thermal cutoff. All the wires were already there and crimped. I also replaced the Heating Element prior to the thermostat. At no time in removing any of the original parts did I have to remove or cut any of the existing wires. I simply installed the new parts with the existing wires already crimped. The dryer is working great now (thanks to your awesome videos) I just want to make sure I did everything correctly. There was a distinct smell when the new heating element came on for the first time but I am attributing that to it being new and burning for the first time. AM Iright about that as well? Thanks for your awesome company andservice. I will definitely be recommending you to my friends. The parts always came on time andwere exactly what I ordered. Your videos are very helpful and guided me step-bystep through the process of installing all the parts. You guys rock! Sincerely, Jimmy B
1 Answer Hello Jimmy. It sounds like everything is good and well with the unit. There is no need for the jumper unless you need it in your application in which you did not need it. Read More...
Salley March 31, 2014 for Model Number whirlpool electric dryer model # LER3624EQ1 Why the dryer stop drying before drying cycle finish.
1 Answer Salley, If the unit completely shut down and will not restart then you will want to check the thermal fuse on the blower housing for continuity. If there is no continuity then it is faulty and would need to be replaced. You would also want to check to make sure that the vent is clear to the outside of the home. Read More...
Mr. L March 25, 2014 My dryer smells like kerosene cleaned everything on inside still smells that way.
1 Answer Hello Mr. L, There is nothing inside the unit to cause a smell like that. Anything in the dryer that can overheat will smell like hot metal or electrical smell. This would have to be something put into the dryer that has caused this. I am not trying to blame you, but realize that different things combined can cause different odors and this could be an instant where two things in the dryer have clashed. If you are painting in the house, this air can be drawn in to cause the odor. Any rags or towels that have been washed that could have had a petroleium based substance on them can cause this. Try putting a considerable amount of white vinegar on a bath towel and run it in the dryer on low heat for a full drying cycle. This will many times eliminate a smell absorbed by the plastic tumblers. If the smell remains, you should check the dryer duct for anything on or inside it. Raccoons will carry things and hide them where they can. If the flapper is damaged on the outside of the house at the dryer duct, this could also be a possibility. Read More...
Jake March 23, 2014 for Model Number LEQ9508PW1 I am currently troubleshooting my Whirlpool electric Ultimate Care II dryer since it will not heat. I believe its the thermal cut-off set that lead to this problem, since the heating elements look fine. But my hi-limit thermostat currently only has 2 wires connected to it -- the orange wire shown in the video is not present. The top wire and the bottom right are connected, but that's it. Pardon my ignorance, but is this fine? Or could this be the source of a problem? Also, the hi-limit thermostat rattles when I move it. No sure if this is indicative of anything either.
1 Answer Hello Jake. Some models do not use the orange wire. You will need to test the other parts and locate the bad part causing the no heat issue. You can test this with a multi-meter TJMA-DMT3. Here is a link on how to use a multi-meter. http://forum.appliancepartspros.com/oven-repair-including-ranges-cooktops/4810-how-check-continuity-ohmmeter.html Read More...
Jeremy March 19, 2014 for Model Number LER4634JQ1 Dryer stopped heating checked vent and vent duct all clear. So I replaced heating element, dryer still not heating. What is most likely the problem dryer cycling thermostat, dryer thermal fuse, or dryer thermal cut off?
1 Answer Hello Jeremy. Check and make sure you have 240 volts coming to the dryer. Check and make sure the unit is not set to Air Fluff. Also check the thermostats and see if they are good. You can test these with a multi-meter MA-DM1. They should read closed for continuity. Here is a link on how to use a multi-meter. http://forum.appliancepartspros.com/oven-repair-including-ranges-cooktops/4810-how-check-continuity-ohmmeter.html Read More...