1 Answer Paul, With this issue the most likely cause for the units timer to not advance would be the control board which is part number WPW10476828. Read More...
Gobucks November 02, 2016 for Model Number 110.61202011 Dryer running fine in timed dry mode, but not heating in moisture sensor mode. Happened gradually - first the clothes weren't quite dry at the end of the moisture sensor cycle, gradually got worse, and finally no heat at all in moisture mode. Suspected a bad moisture sensor. Replaced with part on this page, but did not fix the problem. Any suggestions what to do at this point? The control board would be the next guess, but given the age of the dryer, it isn't really cost effective to replace the board.
1 Answer GoBucks, This issue would most likely be caused by a faulty control board which is part number WPW10476828. Read More...
John August 27, 2016 for Model Number Wed5300vwd I changed the timer on my dryer because it was not shutting off at end of cycle. Even with new timer it is not shutting off. What else could be causing this problem..
1 Answer John, You will need to inspect the electronic control board WPW10476828 WPW10476828 and wiring for damage or burnt / arc marks or discoloration. The control board supplies the neutral circuit to the timer motor, if the board has failed, or there's a loose or broken wire, the timer will not advance or shut off. The part is in stock and available at this time. Thanks Read More...
Jake August 09, 2016 for Model Number Kenmore 110.87980100 My kenmore gas dryer ignites but won't fire. I have replaced the gas coils, and igniter. I tested the two temperature sensors, the thermal fuse and the igniter sensor all have continuity. I have tested the new parts and they have the correct Ohms. I checked the gas valves for obstructions. What is my next step?
1 Answer Jake, With the coils having been replaced and the igniter working, all sensors and thermostats working then this issue would be caused by a faulty gas valve. The gas valve for this unit would be part number 279923. Read More...
Bhyler June 07, 2015 for Model Number WED5840SW0 I can switch on my dryer and it can run, but sometimes it will run for a few minutes or a few seconds and then shutoff. I can push the switch and it will start and then stop, do it again and it will start and stop immediately. Then I will push on the switch and it runs throughout the cycle before stopping. Do I have a bad switch or relay or totally something else?
1 Answer BHyler, This issue will most likely be caused by a centrifugal switch on the motor that is sticking. You will want to open the dryer and clean the inside of the dryer thoroughly. Make sure that you disconnect the power before cleaning. Check around the motor and make sure that there is no lint caught down inside of the motor around the shaft. Once this is done then you will want to try to run the unit and if this does not correct the issue then the motor would need to be replaced or check for rollers that are not turning properly or something caught in the blower housing. Read More...
Al January 31, 2015 for Model Number 110-77622600 Why does the heat not come on the dryer will run but no heat.
1 Answer Al, You will want to test the heater and thermostats to make sure that they have continuity. If they all check ok then There are 2 components other than the thermostats which would cause the heating element not to work. First is the motor and second the timer. The best option is to disconnect the power to the unit and access the heating element. Disconnect one wire that is going to the heating element, preferably the one on the thermostat side. Plug the unit back up and using a multimeter you will want to turn the dryer on and test for 120 vac at the terminal on the heater where the wire was disconnected. What this will do is eliminate the heater element itself and the motor. If there is 120 vac at this point then you know the heater is good and the motor is good because the other 120 vac coming through the thermostats is the timer side of the circuit. If there is not 120 vac at that point then you will want to test the other terminal on the heater and check for 120 vac. If there is not 120 vac then the motor would be bad and if there is 120 vac then the heater would be the issue. If there is 120 vac at each point then the heater is faulty. Read More...
Kris October 30, 2014 for Model Number Kenmore Gas Dryer 110.77832791 At the end of the normal automatic drying time, theres a part of the cycle that runs through a "Wrinkle Guard cycle". This is to cool down the clothes at the end of the drying time. This is to eliminate the clothes becoming wrinkled. My wrinkle guard has NEVER worked. Do you have any idea what part maybe defective? It heats and drys just fine. Does anyone else have this similiar problem? Thanks, really appreciate it!
1 Answer Hello Kris. The unit is not suppose to heat on wrinkle guard. It is only suppose to tumble. If it is not tumbling, then the wrinkle switch may be bad. Read More...
Martin October 14, 2014 for Model Number WGD4900XW0 How to test Whirlpool Dryer Moisture Sensor 279366? Will this prevent the timer from advancing?
1 Answer Hello Martin. Lay a wet wash cloth across 2 metal bars and they should read closed for continuity. Read More...
Donna August 07, 2014 for Model Number WED5300VW The sensor that is located in the drum of the machine fell out. When inserted into the correct location, it will not stay. What is the part that is behind the drum that it needs to plugged into? And, could that part have just fallen out of place. Thank you
1 Answer Donna, There are 2 clips that hold the sensor assembly in place and if the sensor will not stay in place then you will want to pull the back off the unit and remove the filter duct assembly and look for the clips that hold the sensor pad in place. If they are not there then you will want to replace the sensor pad part number 279366. Read More...
Bruce July 12, 2014 for Model Number LEN2000KQ2 I have a Whirlpool Electric Dryer - Model # LEN2000KQ2. What happened I thought was a relatively common issue - not drying. I did the following: Initially changed the Thermal Fuse thinking that would solve the problem. It didn't. Next I purchased the Drying Element and the Hi Temp Thermostat. That didn't work. Next I tried replacing the Dryer Cycling Thermostat and Moisture Sensor, again no luck. I checked everything out with a meter and all looks good. Finally broke down today and called a "Professional" to diagnose the problem. After he checked everything and $108.00 later, he couldn't find any issue with why it wouldn't dry. The only thing he thought "might" be the problem would be the Temperature Switch on the Console. I purchased this part from you today. Do you have any idea what so ever as to why this is not working? All parts were purchased through you. I even checked the parts with a meter and everything is perfectly fine. Now I have over $200.00 invested in parts and "labor...with the professional tech" - just want the thing to work. Any advice or suggestions would be very much appreciated. Thank you
1 Answer Hello Bruce, The first thing you should do is turn off the breaker to the unit and turn it back on. This is in case one side has tripped and the unit is only getting 120Vac instead of the required 240Vac. If this does no good, the components in the heating circuit are as follows: The heating element, the high limit thermostat, the operating thermostat, the thermal cutoff, the heat switch, the timer, and the centrifugal switch in the motor. If all of these components test good, the only thing it could be is a harness issue. Read More...