Nancy K November 25, 2013 for Model Number 96566200 I have a heating element wire that is burnt and melted the covering of the wire itself away. Now my question is what gage of wire is it and can I just replace just the wire or is there a harness to replace the wire itself ??
1 Answer Nancy, We would not have the gauge of the wire but it should show it stamped onto the wire itself. You could replace just the wire with the correct gauge wire and the correct connector. Otherwise you would need to replace the wire harness in the unit. Read More...
Don November 23, 2013 for Model Number Model MEDC300XW0 My dryer runs fine if you leave it on the energy preferred or sensor dry setting. But when you use the time dry setting it blows the thermal fuse. Have replaced the thermal fuse and wife run it on the sensor mode it worked ok. But when she turned it to time dry it blew the fuse in a few minutes.
1 Answer Hello Don, Since the thermal fuse is opened by high temperature, you should check the exhaust duct for crimps or clogs. Also, if it is excessively long or too many turns are in it the heat will blow past the drum seals and blow the thermal fuse. If it consists of flexible ducting, it should be removed and replaced with 4 inch solid, non-flexible galvanized or aluminum ducting. Any flexible or semi-flexible ducting is recommended AGAINST by all of the major appliance manufacturers, since the flexible ducting has been proven to consume more energy and cause longer dry times. Read More...
1 Answer Hello Eddie. It sounds like the cycling thermostat WP3387134 may be bad on the unit. 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 November 16, 2013 for Model Number whirpool dryer LER4634JQo My dryer was making no heat. I replaced heater element no help. Then I replaced the thermal cut off switch and it work great for two days. Then thermal switch went bad again. What would cause the thermal switch to keep burning out?
1 Answer Hello Jeremy. Check the venting and the cycling thermostat. Either will cause the problem. Read More...
Anthony G November 12, 2013 for Model Number WED5600SO I've replaced thermal fuse, thermal cut off, thermistat, and heating element. Now the dryer starts but shuts down after a few seconds.
1 Answer Hello Anthony. If the unit has to cool down to restart, you will need to replace the motor on the unit. Read More...
1 Answer Hello Jacko. Check and see if the element is touching metal and is grounded out. Read More...
John November 07, 2013 for Model Number WED5100VQ1 Dryer symptoms are intermittent hot, warm or cold air at the start of the drying cycle. The startup temperature will remain through the drying cycle. I've changed the cycling and hi-limit thermostats but sysptoms persist. What should I try next?
1 Answer John, Check and make sure the line cord and wiring at the termunal block on the back of the dryer is all proper and tight. Make sure you have the proper voltage from L1 to Neutral and L2 to Neutral, while the dryer is running and heating. Check and make sure the vent hood flapper is not stuck open and allowing cold air to blow back into the blower assembly. Read More...
Andy November 03, 2013 for Model Number med5620tq0 dryer won't start up. I replaced switch and I hear the click when I turn on, but nothing else happens.
1 Answer Andy, The 279816 Thermal fuse kit controls the power to the heater, so the dryer should run, but no heat. The other thermal fuse WP3392519 is located on the blower housing and controls the power to the motor. You need to check or replace this fuse first for a no start/run complaint. Read More...
Alan November 01, 2013 for Model Number LEQ9508LWO My clothes dryer is taking longer to dry clothes and the door does not shut the dryer off when opened. What should I replace?
1 Answer Hello Alan. You need to replace the door switch WP3406107 and clean out the vent on the unit. It is causing the long dry times. Read More...
Jeff October 31, 2013 Dryer heats and runs for only 5-6 minutes then shuts off. The drum is working and the vents are all clear of lint. The hose is clear of lint.
1 Answer Hello Jeff. If you have to wait to start the unit, you will need to order and replace the motor on the unit. Read More...