Noel January 27, 2014 When trying to use the sensor function of the dryer it does not dry the clothes. Only the timer function works to dry them. Could it be the sensor bar?
1 Answer Hello Noel, The only thing that can make the automatic cycles not work when the timed dry cycles work is the exhaust duct. There has to be a crimp or clog in it. To prove this, remove the duct from the back of the unit and start it on an auto dry cycle. The timer will move noticeably in 5 to 10 minutes. Read More...
Brian January 21, 2014 for Model Number 11075944401 The dryers glow light lights up and the flame starts but goes out in 15 seconds. The clothes are still wet and the dryer does not heat up.
1 Answer Hello Brian. It sounds like the gas coils 279834 may be bad in the unit. If so, it causes the flame to short cycle. Read More...
Jhays June 08, 2013 Model WED9050XW Whirlpool dryer. The lint screen was pulled out and got a small tear then it wouldn't slide back down all the way in place. There is something silver in appearance laying front to back in the opening several inches down. Could this be the moisture sensor bar? Our son has special needs so his caregivers have been operating the dryer and I'm relaying information provided to me.
1 Answer Jay, The clip is the metal piece that you see. When you look in there the part should face at an angle and down. This helps to make sure that the lint filter stays in place when dryer is running. Read More...
Jim B. June 04, 2013 for Model Number GGW9250PL0 Should the moisture sensor bars only be cleaned with rubbing alcohol? Can they go bad if cleaned with a household liquid cleaner?
1 Answer Hello Jim. Not bad, but can get a film from the cleaners and not work properly. Read More...
Tony May 31, 2013 for Model Number GGW9878LWO My Whirlpool gas dryer is not completely drying my clothes. The Igniter is good and im getting flame. I removed and cleaned out the entire lint trap casing and im getting great air flow. Any ideas? I also have a voltage meter to use if so. Thanks
1 Answer Hello Tony. If the igniter is glowing, but the flame is not lighting, it sounds like the coils on the gas valve need to be replaced. Read More...
Jim April 15, 2013 for Model Number Samsung dv328agw This propane gas dryer seems to run forever in any sensor dry mode, way past when the clothes are already dry. Time dry works fine. I pulled out the sensor bars and tested the resistance; 0 ohms open and about 175,000 ohms with a damp rag across the bars, and this is after I cleaned them. I've read that the resistance should be only about 1000 ohms. Is there a way to determine if it just needs new sensor bars, or whether I need to replace the main control board? It seems like there's really nothing to these bars; they're just metallic strips and I can't see how they would fail.
1 Answer Hello Jim, The sensor dry or "auto dry" cycles always fail due to a crimped, clogged, or excessively long and complicated exhaust duct. Try the auto cycle with the unit dis-connected from the duct. If it advances after five minutes, the issue is with the duct and not with the dryer. If the sensor dry cycle does not work because of an issue with the unit, the timed dry will not advance either. Read More...
John March 20, 2013 for Model Number DLE 2240S Hi , my dryer stop heating a couple of days ago, Im fairly mechanical, so I took it apart . Check the thermal fuse , heating element, and the high limit thermostat, check fuses in the fuse box for continuity there good but replace them anyway (220V plugin). Could it be the moisture sensore bar, put a wet towel in after I reassembled still no heat but seem to shut off after 10 to 15 minutes. Any thoughts would be appreciated. Thankyou John
1 Answer Hello John. Either the motor or the timer is the issue. One is not sending 120 volts to the heater. 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...
Carl T February 07, 2013 for Model Number Whirlpool Senseon The dryer is doing what others report pointing to a dirty moisture sensor; only will dry in manual mode. I tested the thermistor good, high limit good, etc before I noticed a possible missing sensor bar. When looking deeper I noticed I only have one sensor bar (top one). It appears the bar is missing that once connected to the black wire on harness 3406653. The end of the sensor strip was still connected to the harness and looks like it was broken free from the bar. The red/yellow wire's strip is intact. Am I assuming correctly there is suppose to be two bars sensing resistance between the pair? If so, please direct me to the proper part. Thanks again.
1 Answer Hello Carl, Yes there are supposed to be 2 sensor bars WP3387223 on unit and will not work in the auto setting if one of the bars is missing. Read More...
Jody January 24, 2013 for Model Number wed6200sw1 Dryer stopped working. Sensor light is on. Cannot advance. Is this a sensor? and if so, what one? Also, it seems to take a long time to dry. Works best on timed dry. Any suggestions on this?
1 Answer Hello Jody, The sensor light is for when the unit is sensing the clothes drying. The sensor bars can be cleaned by using rubbing alcohol on them. You will also want to check your venting to make sure that the venting from the blower all the way to the outside of home is clear. If clogged then the unit will not dry properly. Read More...
M.M June 07, 2012 for Model Number WED7300WXO I am working on a whirlpool dryer,the control come on but the unit does't run and the unit has a error code saying sensing what part i need to repair the unit.
1 Answer MM, Are you sure you have 220-240 VAC at the outlet and the terminal block of the dryer ? If all's OK, you'll need to check the thermal fuse, Wiring, and belt switch. If the fuse, switch, or blue wiere are open, the power to the motor is eliminated and the dryer won't start or run. Here's some meter usage information if you need it [http://forum.appliancepartspros.com/oven-repair-including-ranges-cooktops/4810-how-check-continuity-ohmmeter.html] And we'll send you some more information to help you out. Good Luck and Thanks Read More...