Buddy October 24, 2014 for Model Number LER4634EQ1 My dryer quit heating and on 3 of the 4 cycles, the Timer quit advancing. The heating element is bad, but all of the thermostats, the thermal cut off, the thermal fuse, the high limit all test good. Only the timed high heat advances the timer. Does the timer receive some sort of feed back from maybe the thermostat heater that enables it to run during the automatic dry miser cycles?
1 Answer Buddy, The timer will not advance during the auto dry cycles if there is no heat getting to the unit. Once you replaced the heater the unit should resume normal operation. Read More...
Alejandro March 28, 2014 for Model Number LER4634BQ1 My whirlpool dryer stopped working after I saw it smoking from the back. I discovered that the black wire terminating at the terminal block burnt. This black wire goes to the timer on one end. Would the timer cause this if it is bad? Or is there another cause? This wire is only burnt after the Y section on the black wire leading to the terminal block. No other sections or wires are damaged?
1 Answer Alejandro, We wouldn't expect the timer to be the issue, It's only a switch and doesn't really "carry a load". You may want to check the Red wire(terminal R) from the timer to the thermostats and heater element. The most likely and common issue for this type of complaint, is or was a loose connection at the terminal block. After years of heat and expansion and contraction, the mounting bolts and screws loosen and can create a high amperage draw, causing the wires to overheat and burn. Repair the burnt wire as best possible(shrink wrap and solder) reinstall the power cord and make sure the mounting nuts and bolts are good and tight, and you should be fine. Read More...
Gene January 15, 2014 for Model Number whirlpool lte6234an1 My dryer won't heat and the timer cycles won't. run, however the dryer drum runs.
1 Answer Hello Gene. 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...
Arlene October 10, 2013 for Model Number TGDS680BW1 My gas dryer works fine on timed drying cycle but on sensor is not drying cloths. Is this a timer problem?
1 Answer Hello Arlene. Check the vent and make sure it is good. Most of the time, an issue like this is due to a clogged or restricted vent. Read More...
Tim June 03, 2013 for Model Number lte6234dq2 When I pull the knob to start the washer nothing happens. The knob just pulls out smoothly with no click. Does this likely indicate a timer problem? Thanks
1 Answer Hello Tim. If the knob is not broken, then you will need to replace the timer. Just make sure the knob is not broke on the unit. Read More...
Mrsb May 30, 2013 for Model Number LER4634EQ2 I have a whirlpool dryer, model # LER4634EQ2. I transferred a load of laundry to the dryer, left the room for a few minutes and came back to the laundry room to start a new load in the wash. There was an odor coming from my dryer. Not exactly wires burning, or a dry heat smell. After some investigating, it seemed as though it was coming from behind the timer. The dryer ran for a bit (I wanted to dry the load that was in there), and the smell finally went away. But now it will run through it's cycle and turn off, but there is no heat. Could the smell maybe have been something that burned out, say the thermal fuse or heater element? Or could this be something wrong with the timer? I do not have testing capabilitites, and with my household, I needed my dryer fixed yesterday. Thank you!
1 Answer Hello MrsB. Yes, the timer may have went bad. 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...
Christina February 10, 2013 for Model Number Roper Dryer The dryer will not advance to the next cycle. The nob does not move on its own.
1 Answer Hello Christina. You need to test for power to the timer motor. If there is power there and the timer does not advance, you will need to order and replace the timer WP3976569 on the unit. 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...
Diyfixer February 02, 2013 for Model Number LER4634EQ2 My dryer will stop but the heat elements stay on. In order to stop it from heating up so high when cycle is finished and dryer has stopped from turning is to unplug the power cord. What is causing this?
1 Answer Hello DIYFIXER, You will want to check your wiring from timer to the heater and look for any wires that may be shorting to ground. Check the timer to see if you are getting constant continuity from BK to R. If you are then the contacts in the timer are bad and causing heater circuit to continuously be open. Read More...
Tara February 02, 2013 for Model Number LET7848AQ0 The dryer turns on fine but randomly the buzzer goes off and the dryer stops before the cycle is done. Happens on auto sensing and timed drying. If I barely twist the timer knob it will start up again. Is it a timer problem. I don't want to spend $100.00 if it could be something else. I cleaned all the lint and still have a problem. Also tested the fuses and switched on the back for continuity and they seem ok. Thanks for your help.
1 Answer Hello Tara, You will want to pull your knob off and check to make sure that it is not cracked or broken causing to be in the wrong spot. If this is ok then you would want to replace the timer. Read More...
Len September 13, 2012 for Model Number LER5636EQ3 I recently changed a element on a dryer. The dryer was down for over a year. Now when you turn the timer it trips the breaker. You reset the breaker and the unit will come on and run with no issues till the next cycle. any suggestions?
1 Answer Hello Len, This actually sounds like the breaker, receptacle, or pigtail needs some attention. Read More...