Ivan October 20, 2017 for Model Number Kenmore Electric Dryer model 110-96573220 I have determined with a multi-meter test my push to start switch is bad. My part number for that switch is 3395382 it is a 3 terminal switch. I see that WP3395382 is the replacement part and it has 2 terminals, I know the black wire goes to one terminal. Does it matter which of the 2 white and red leads I connect to the 2nd terminal?
1 Answer Hello Ivan, The push-to-start switches that have three terminals are actually relays and I do not believe they can be replaced with a two terminal switch. Since this is a Kenmore and we cannot access their closed computer system to pull wiring diagrams and technical information, I would assume from the information I can gather that the replacement part listed by Sears is incorrect. I would assume that the correct part would be more like WP3398094. This is a three-connection relay switch that would operate properly if it will mount to the control board. The only other suggestion would be to contact the manufacturer and see if they can research the part to ensure it is not a bad cross. Read More...
Jerry June 06, 2016 for Model Number 11070932990 If I hold start button on dryer the dryer runs when released it stops Do you think it could be start button or something else. thank you
1 Answer Hello Jerry. It sounds like the motor is bad and will need to be replaced on the unit. Read More...
Helen March 18, 2015 My Kenmore dryer is probably about 12 yrs old. It worked fine, but recently I had just set the timer and turned it on. It ran about five minutes then just shut off. Resetting the timer to any position and hitting the start button does nothing. The timer worked perfect at any position prior to this. Now nothing.....
1 Answer Hello Helen. You will want to test the door switch and the thermal fuse in 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...
Jess January 18, 2013 for Model Number ler2614ewo When I push the start button, it makes a loud humming noise. The dryer does not start. If I hold the start button in, it will hum loudly and then quit humming. The dryer does not start. Thanks
1 Answer Hello Jess. Make sure the drum turns freely. If so, replace the motor in the unit. Read More...
Dave September 23, 2012 for Model Number Kenmore 110.68702894 Dryer starts when you push the start button and quits when button is released. It will run as long as the button is being pushed.
1 Answer Hello Dave. Based on the information you provided, the motor 279827 is bad and will need to be replaced on the unit. Read More...
Brian May 28, 2012 for Model Number REL4634BW1 My dryer will not start, I push in the start button, no result, I check my circuit breaker it is fine, can you please help me I don't know what wrong. Thanks
1 Answer Hello Brian. You will need to test the thermal fuse WP3392519 and the door switch and see if they are bad. If so, they will prevent the unit from starting. Both should read closed for continuity with the door closed. 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...
T. A. Ritchie January 28, 2012 for Model Number kenmore 11066822694 Wen you push the start button it makes a humming noise.The dryer does come's on. It will run for awhile then the dryer shuts off then when you push the start button it does nothing not even hum or buzz.........
1 Answer Hi T.A. It sounds like a normal aged dryer motor failure. Part # 279827. Make sure that you check the belt by folding it backwards as you will see if the inner ribs have cracked. This will also be the oppertune time to change the belt part # 341241. Make sure that the entire vent system is not kinked or clogged. Make sure the outside vent cap is operating correctly also. Thank You. Read More...
Earl J. December 29, 2011 for Model Number LET6634AW2 Recently on our dryer, if the timer is set to any position other than off, the dryer will start by closing the door or stop as usual by opening the door. The push to start switch doesn't have to be used at all to make it run. Is it likely a bad push to start switch or the door switch?
1 Answer Hello Earl. You can test the start switch WP3395382. If it reads closed without pressing the switch in, you will need to replace the start switch. You can test this with a multi-meter TJMA-DMT3. Here is a link on how to use a multi-meter. Hope this helps. http://forum.appliancepartspros.com/oven-repair-including-ranges-cooktops/4810-how-check-continuity-ohmmeter.html Read More...
Stephanie October 04, 2011 for Model Number Whirlpool Senseon Dryer My dryer stopped working 18 months after purchase. The dealer came out and replaced a part but that did not fix the issue. He said the mother board was shot and quoted a few hundred dollars. I ordered and re-installed the control board but still not working. The main issue is that the start button does not stay in to keep the dryer running. Could simply replacing the switch part do the trick? The switch part # is 3395382
1 Answer Hello Stephanie. If you press the switch and the unit starts, but when you let go it stops, you will need to replace the motor, not the switch. The contact in the motor are bad and it will need to be replaced. Hope this helps. Read More...
Nichole August 30, 2011 for Model Number REX4625EW1 A while back I had a paperclip stuck in the dryer drum. It prevented it from turning. I got it out and it was fine. During this time, when the drum didn't move, the timer made a rrr..rrr..rrr.. noise...like it wanted to work but couldn't. However, once I removed the paperclip from the drum everything went back to normal. 6 months later. Now the dryer started stopping mid cycle sometimes, but other times it would run all the way through and the clothes would be dry. Now the timer is making that noise again on certain settings but not others (60 min. cycle but not auto timer) and when you push the button it won't do anything anymore. I can't get it to turn on at all now. Im baffled cause none of the troubleshooting guides explain any of this exactly. Thanks for the help.
1 Answer Hello Nichole. You will want to check the thermal fuse WP3392519 and make sure it is good. It should read closed for continuity. If it is good, go to the start switch WP3395382 and make sure it is closing when the switch is pressed. If so, you will need to replace the timer WP3976568. You can test this with a multi-meter TJMA-DMT3. Here is a link on how to use a multi-meter. Hope this helps. http://forum.appliancepartspros.com/oven-repair-including-ranges-cooktops/4810-how-check-continuity-ohmmeter.html Read More...