Srk August 29, 2017 for Model Number LG9501XTW0 Is the Thermal Fuse # 694511 used on the dryer is one-time-blow out type or it opens and closes at pre-set high and low temp? If it is later, I would try changing the fuse and see if following problems gets resolved. Problem: The dryer starts, drum rotates,heat comes on but stops after 3 to 4 mins. After a while, say about 30 mins, when restarted it starts. and shuts itself off again in 3 to 4 mins. I checked the fuse after dryer cooled off and the fuse not hot. It reads very low resistance say 0.005 ohms. I already changed the solenoid coils but the problem remains.
1 Answer SRK, The thermal fuse would be a one time blow. If the unit is cycling off after 3 to 4 minutes it would be recommended to check the venting of the unit to make sure that the venting is clean. If the unit is shutting off then look for anything that would cause a drag on the motor. Read More...
1 Answer Emer, You will want to check to make sure that there is power getting to the unit. If there is then test the thermal fuse on the blower housing and if this checks ok then the issue will be a faulty main control board. Read More...
Bonnie August 15, 2017 for Model Number WED5540SQ0 How can you tell if the heating element needs to be replaced with out the meter to check it? Just checking to see if any other way is doable. And should you always replace the fuse when replacing heating element?
1 Answer Hello Bonnie. Really the only way to test it is with a meter. You only replace the fuse if the fuse has failed. Read More...
Marie June 02, 2017 for Model Number WGD8300SW0 Hi, I have a Whirlpool duet sport dryer that's about 10 years old (model number WGD8300SW0) that only drys on the low temperature and when we try to use the hot temperature on the timed cycle it gets hot it shuts off and takes about 10 to 15 minutes to turn back on with a "PF" on the control panel. We press the power button and then start and it starts works. We did clean the inside and removed all the lint that accumulated. We replaced the belt, pulley rollers and the blower fan. Do I need to replace the control panel in order to use the hot temperture or replace the thermal fuse and the heating element? We had that replaced about 5 years ago.
1 Answer Marie, First check the exhaust vent pipe and vent hood to make sure there are no exhaust restrictions. Also check the outlet and power cord to make sure there's nothing loose and there's proper voltage to the dryer. The thermal fuse and cut out react to temperature and if either one opened, the dryer wouldn't start or would start and run with no heat. If all checks OK, replace the exhaust thermistor, and suspect the motor to have a worn bearing and overheating causing the motor thermal fuse to open. Read More...
Lasher May 11, 2017 for Model Number Whirlpool Dryer MOD GEW9250PWO Dryer was working then stopped in middle of the cycle. When I restart the process all the lights come on, but when I try to start the cycle it makes a clicking noise in the rear by the heating coil area. Could you give me your best guess on what it could be? Thank you :) Lasher M.
1 Answer Lasher, Since the heater coil on your dryer is located down on the base of the dryer, on the right side, the "clicking noise in the rear by the heating coil area" is most likely from the machine control board WP8546219 located on the left side of the cabinet. Remove power from the dryer, check to make sure the connections at the trminal block are good and tight. Raise the top panel and check or replace the machine control board. Read More...
Randal March 06, 2017 for Model Number Whirlpool LER7948PT1 Dryer doesn't heat. What are the parts that most often fail and cause the dryer not to heat?
1 Answer 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 heater and 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...
Gary February 24, 2017 for Model Number NED4600YQ1 My electric Amana dryer just stopped working in mid cycle. It will not start again and acts as if the power is off. There is power to the dryer and I ordered and installed your thermal cut off kit but the dryer will still not start or run. What would I look for next?
1 Answer Gary, If the thermal fuse does not correct the issue then the issue will be a possible faulty door switch. Read More...
Linda December 10, 2016 for Model Number GEW9250PW1 My dryer is heating but taking too long to dry the clothes. We checked the venting and it is clean. What would be the problem? It seems there are numerous parts that might fix it but I don't want to buy them all! Thanks!
1 Answer Linda, With the unit drying but not finishing then this would most likely be faulty gas coils on the unit that will need to be replaced. Read More...
Pat July 25, 2016 There were three steps you provide to why a dryer wouldn't start. The Start switch which I replaced still didn't work. The Thermals fuse which I replaced and it started got really hot and then stopped and wont start. what else would I have to change, I think I will need to replace the thermal fuse again.
1 Answer Hello Pat. It is the thermal fuse again. You need to find out why the heater is not cycling. May be bad heater or control. 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...
Steve July 25, 2016 for Model Number MEDC200XW3 Dryer just stopped working, I mean nothing works! It's as if the dryer was unplugged! I have checked the main breaker, the power plug, all good. What should I look for next, the door switch, the push to start button? Something else?
1 Answer Hello Steve. Check for bad thermal fuse, door switch, or broken belt. 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...