Ed July 03, 2015 for Model Number GEW9250PW0 Dryer was running too hot. I ordered and replaced the thermistor and thermal cutoff kit. The dryer ran two times but on the third time it would not start. Sensing led is lit, but it will not run. What should I try next? Thanks
1 Answer Ed, The first thing that you will want to do is to check the venting to make sure that the vent is not clogged. Then also check the thermal fuse on the blower housing to make sure that it is has continuity. If it does not then replace the thermal fuse. Read More...
Dave June 04, 2015 for Model Number GEW9200LW1 My whirlpool duet dryer model GEW9200LW1 wasn`t heating, so I put it in diagnostic mode. All of the lights light up red, except for the completed cycle light was green unlike the rest. After few seconds, it showed error code E2 saying the thermistor was shorted. So i replaced my thermistor, The dryer still doesn`t heat, and the cycle complete light still lights up green in the diagnostic mode, but the error code no longer comes up. I had previously checked the heating coil and it reads 10 ohms and the thermal fuse had continuity and 0 ohms. Can you help? Thanks,,,Dave
1 Answer Hello Dave. Trace the voltage and see where your losing voltage at. It may be the main board or the motor not transferring power 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...
Jay May 21, 2015 for Model Number WED7800XW0 The dryer runs properly but does not heat. I've seen the L2 error code a couple of times but not consistent. My Exhaust Thermistor is measuring 12900 ohms. Is this within tolerance? Other info: in using the dryer's tech sheet, I've trouble shooted thru. The element, Inlet Thermistor, Thermal Cut-off and Thermal Fuse all have continuity (0 ohms). The diagnosis was to replace the Machine Control Board. I did that with no results. Thanks for your help! JM
1 Answer Hello Jay, The L2 fault code does not pertain to the thermistor. It refers to a low voltage situation. L2 flashes if low line voltage (less than 50V) is detected at installation. ¦ Check to see if a household fuse has blown or a circuit breaker has tripped. ¦ Confirm the power cord is properly installed and plugged into the power outlet. ¦ Check the relay connections on the machine control electronics. You should perform tests as follows: This test is performed when one of the following situations occur: ? Dryer does not heat ? Heat will not shut off ? Display flashes L2 This test checks the components making up the heating circuit. The following items are part of this system: – Harness/connection – Heater relay – Thermal cut-off – Inlet thermistor/high limit thermostat – Heat element assembly – Centrifugal switch – Exhaust thermistor – Machine control electronics. – User interface assembly Read More...
Mike April 23, 2015 for Model Number maytagmgdx700xl1 The cycle starts at 40 minutes, it is running but it drop from 38 minutes to 29 minutes.
1 Answer Mike, This issue could be caused by sensor bars that are coated with fabric softener if you are using the auto cycle. Clean the sensor bars with rubbing alcohol and then try again. If this corrects then that was issue. If not the sensor bars may need replaced. Also check the wiring to the sensor bars. Read More...
Shawn April 01, 2015 for Model Number MED6400TQ0 We have had an issue with air flow faults for the past week. Cleaned out the vent, checked to see all is clear, then restarted. Sometimes it would clear other times you would have to move the dryer to run without the AF flashing fault. Now the dryer comes on and runs without heat. Could the thermistor at the fan be the issue? Have read multiple accounts about this, but not real clear. Side note, I replaced the heating element roughly 5-6 months ago as well and ran fine until recently. Thanks
1 Answer Hello Shawn, I would check the blower wheel since I have found softener sheets inside it that prevent air flow. From there, the thermistors should be tested for their resistive values. If out of tolerance, replace the thermistor. If they test good, replace the control WPW10111616. Read More...
1 Answer Hello Jose. F-01 flashes when there is a primary control failure. Replace the machine control electronics WPW10111606. Read More...
Brent February 04, 2015 for Model Number Kenmore HE3t Dryer Should the thermistor show continuity? I have tested other electrical components in the dryer and they all have continuity. My thermistor does not show any continuity. I ordered two new different Thermistors off of Amazon (ERP and Whirlpool) and none of them continuity and show 0 OHMs of resistance. I read some reviews where people received bad thermistors. Can anyone confirm if I should be showing some type of resistance? My symptons: My dryer is no longer heating at all and I keep getting Check Lint light before I start a load. It stopped heating all of a sudden. One day it was heating the next day it wasn't.
1 Answer Hello Brent, The inlet thermistor and the outlet thermistor will normally have different resistance readings. It is impossible to tell what the thermistor reading will be without the model number from the units' I.D. tag. Since this is a Kenmore, we may still not be able to pull a wiring diagram or anything since sears likes to hide their information. I can tell you that when you set the meter to read resistance, if it is not an auto-ranging model, you will need to chose a high scale since it is common for the thermistor to have from 50K to 120K (50,000 to 120,000) ohms of resistance. If you need further assistance, please post the model number so we can give you sound assistance. Read More...
Dennis S. January 22, 2015 Maytag Bravos Dryer MEDB800VQ0: Would not heat. Bad high limit thermostat. Question: While replacing the thermostat, should the thermal fuse be replaced even if it checks good? Dryer is six years old.
1 Answer Hello Dennis. If the thermal fuse is testing good, then there is no need to replace it. Read More...
David January 04, 2015 for Model Number MEDE 500VW1 Dryer does not do anything,light comes on inside drum no functions no control panel..I tested the thermal fuse for continuity and it seams OK..
1 Answer David, This issue would be caused by either a faulty control board, wiring harness between the control board and the user interface or the user interface since there are no lights on the control panel. Check the wiring harness connections first then if they check ok start with the main control board which is the most likely cause. Read More...
Tom H. December 30, 2014 for Model Number WED6200SW1 The dryer seems to be running at high heat no matter what heat level is entered. There is no problem with the venting or blower. It appears to be a thermostat mal-function. Would replacing the thermister resolve this issue? Thanks
1 Answer Hello Tom, If the heating element 279838 is not shorted to ground, the thermistor WP8577274 or the control WPW10111617 can be the issue. Read More...