Jim March 06, 2015 for Model Number 86115100 I am replacing the thermal fuse but I forgot which wire was where they are two different colors does it make a difference which end they go to.
1 Answer Jim, With the thermal fuse it will not matter which wire gets connected to which terminal. Read More...
Barry July 12, 2014 for Model Number wgd7300xwo The burner was short cycling and determined the belt was off blower. The burner now burning 6 to 18 seconds, but still not drying clothes completly. What temperature should the exhaust be?
1 Answer Hello Barry, You do have to take several high and low measurements, (at the exhaust), and average them together to get the average operating temperature at the exhaust. The average should read about 155°F when set to high heat, about 140°F on medium, and about 125°F on low heat setting. If your unit has an extra low setting it will average about 105°F. Be aware that if you are using a "bulb" type thermometer, it can read up to 30° higher. Read More...
James Ling April 14, 2014 for Model Number 11062382101 1. the light is off. 2.On opening the draw of the dryer during the drying cycle the unit does not turn off temporarily as it did previously. But it will turn off automatically at the end of the drying cycle. Please advise
1 Answer James, When opening the door and the light stays off it sounds like the issue may be in the light switch. The thermal fuse would being bad would make the unit not run at all. Read More...
David December 23, 2013 for Model Number 110.60882990 My dryer suddenly stopped working. When I set the timer and push the button, all I get is a single click sound and then nothing. Where do I start?
1 Answer David, You're on target. With your description and complaint, the first check should be the WP3390719 thermal fuse. The fuse is a "one shot" fuse located on the blower housing. If the temperature increases in the blower and the fuse circuit "opens" power to the motor is interrupted and the dryer will not start or run. You'll also want to check and make sure there are no clogs ,kinks, or restrictions in the dryer exhaust pipe and vent hood. Read More...
Penny December 04, 2013 for Model Number Maytag Bravos MEDB400VQ0 I have determined that the heating element is damaged on my Maytag Bravos electric dryer and I would like to know if i should replace the thermal fuse too. The heating element has a broken ceramic holder and the wire is also broke. The dryer was blowing air and tumbling just no heat. Is there anything else I should look at replacing before reassembling? Thanks
1 Answer Hello Penny. If the thermal fuse is good, there is no need to replace it. If it is bad, you will need to replace the thermal fuse. 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...
1 Answer Hello Leo. The cycling thermostat should show resistance on the small terminals and closed on the large. 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...
Kevin July 27, 2013 for Model Number Kenmore Model # 110 76960130 The timer on my electric dryer starts and seems to function normally. However, the motor will not start. I replaced the "push-to-start" switch (which I purchased from you) and the motor still will not start. The door switch appears to be working properly. The blower fan is intact and seems to rotate normally (turned by hand). The thermal fuse is checked "open", indicating failure. The exhaust duct is clear to the outside of the house. Do you think that replacing the fuse alone will solve the problem? Or, is there something else for me to check? What else would cause the thermal fuse to blow? The dryer was running normally, the last time we used it, before it failed to start. P.S. the dryer is about 30 yrs. old!
1 Answer Hello Kevin. Yes, it should be fine, Just make sure the vent does not get kinked, and the blower wheel inside the unit is good and clean. Read More...
Troy June 24, 2013 for Model Number 110-92822100 Your suggestion for a "no display" on the front panel is a possible bad Thermal Fuse. (i will check it), However, i have light inside the tub and based on the schematic diagram, isn't it thermal fuse is to protect for overheat condition ? Feel free to correct me. Here's the deal....Machine control electronic board and Control electronic housing board are rediculously expensive. Dont want to buy the wrong part. Is there a way to test these circuit board ? Thanks
1 Answer Hello Troy. The way to test the board is for power coming to the control boards, but then they do not work. If there is power to them, and they do not work, then they are bad. 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...
Mike March 22, 2013 for Model Number cem2750kq1 Does the dryer have a swtch on tensioner pulley? When belt is broken dryer doesn't works.
1 Answer Mike, Yes when the belt breaks the unit does have a broken belt switch 279782 that does not allow the unit to operate. Read More...
1 Answer Hello Isai. You will need to test the thermostats and the flame sensor and make sure they are good. They should read closed for continuity. Also, check the igniter and make sure it is getting hot enough to light the gas. Here is a link on how to use a multi-meter for the testing procedures. http://forum.appliancepartspros.com/oven-repair-including-ranges-cooktops/4810-how-check-continuity-ohmmeter.html Read More...