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Customer Questions and Answers for Dryer Timer (3-Cycle) by Whirlpool

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By: Whirlpool
Part Number: OEM18027066
Manufacturer Part Number: WP3976568

This 3-cycle dryer timer controls and advances the drying program. Replacing a worn timer restores reliable cycle selection, proper progression, and automatic shut-off so the dryer runs and stops when it should.

  • Times and controls up to three drying cycles
  • Advances the timer motor to move internal switch contacts
  • Routes power to motor/heater per the selected setting and turns the dryer off at cycle end
  • Common symptoms: cycle won't advance, timer knob doesn't move, dryer won't shut off, only one cycle works
What's included: Timer assembly Install notes:
  • Disconnect power before servicing
  • Access the control console; note or label wire positions and transfer one at a time to the new timer
  • Mount using existing hardware and align the timer shaft with the knob
  • Run a test cycle to ensure the timer advances and shuts off properly

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For Whirlpool Dryer Timer (3-Cycle) (Part Number: OEM18027066)

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Alma, You will need to test the resistor for 5K ohms of resistance. 279872 this could be the reason the timer will not advance. As for the overheating the operating thermostat controls the element cycling on and off.WP694674

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Hello Larry. Look for a connection issue. The motor should be off when off. If not, then replace the timer.

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Hello Larry. It is normal for the timer to tick until it reaches the off position.

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EJS, Try this, select a timed dry selection and allow the dryer to run and shut off, If all checks and operates proper, the timer is not the issue. Since the motor runs and the heater produces heat, those are probably not the issue either. So we're looking for an air flow issue, clogged vent, clogged lint filter or blower, or a weak hi limit thermostat 279816 or regulating thermostat WP694674. In an "auto" cycle, if the heat isn't correct, the timer won't advance, so a themostat or clogged vent could be creating the issue.

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Stephanie, Yes this issue does sound like it would be caused by bad contacts in the timer.

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Shelby, You will want to test the thermal fuse on the blower if the unit does not even try to start. A blown thermal fuse WP3392519 will cause this issue and if it is blown then you will need to replace the fuse and check the venting from the blower wheel to the outside of the home.

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