Bert July 27, 2012 for Model Number WED5300SQO My dryer had just finished drying and i took the clothes out and put in another load of clothes and the dryer would not start again. The door is closed and when when you push the start button nothing happens Why?
1 Answer Hello Bert. You need to test the thermal fuse in the unit WP3392519. It should read closed for continuity. Also, make sure the door switch is good in the unit as well. Both of these will cause the issue you are having. 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...
Phil July 12, 2012 for Model Number TEDS740PQ0 Hello, My timer will not go past the cool down stage and shut off. The timer will time down to the cool down but the dryer will not cool down and shut off. I have replaced the timer,dryer cycling thermostat and the hi limit thermostat. What should i do next?
1 Answer Hello Phil, The only other thing in the circuit that can affect the power to the timer motor is the centrifical switch. Unfortunately, this model does not show it available without the purchase of the complete motor 279827. Read More...
Michael July 04, 2012 for Model Number LER6620PQ1 Can bad timer burn out a heating element, my timer stops working on the cool down cycle and the dryer will continue to run. Didnt notice this till the other day and that's when I found that it wont heat up anymore. Ive checked all the usual suspects and found the heating element reading to be open. Thanks for the time
1 Answer Hello Michael. Usually the timer does not cause the element to go out on a unit. You need to replace the element 279838, then see if the timer advances like it should. If so, the element was just bad and burnt out. If not, test for power to the timer motor. If there is power there and the timer does not advance, you will need to replace the timer WP8299778 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...
1 Answer Hello Teresa, First, flip the breaker off and back on in case half of the breaker has tripped. You need to check the door switch WP3406105. Many times the plastic door switch actuator, (part the door contacts when the door is closed against it), will break off. If this isn't it, the thermal fuse WP3392519 has probably blown. Read More...
Cody June 15, 2012 for Model Number Teds740pq0 My dryer quit blowing heat so I checked the heating element and it was still good so I tested all the fuses and all checked out good. My timer goes and turns off when it's suppose to so what else could be the problem? I get 240 volts and everything checks out fine also I cleaned out the airflow and it wasn't stopped up?
1 Answer Hello Cody. You will need to remove the wires from the element and test and see where you are loosing voltage at by tracing the voltage to the element. Most likely either the timer or the motor is bad if everything else is working. Be careful as you are dealing with live power here. 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...
Bryce May 18, 2012 for Model Number LER5635LQ0 Hello, my dryer runs but will not make any heat. I have 240 volts coming in and I have tested my high limits,thermal fuse,operating thermostat,and the heating element. I am wondering if the timer could be the possible problem? Any suggestions?
1 Answer Hello Bryce. Yes, if the timer WP8299778 is bad, it will prevent the voltage from going to the heater. Read More...
Steven May 17, 2012 for Model Number whirlpool dryer LER4634PQ0 I checked both the old timer motor and the new one and both timer motors have power and would advance. Neither one will click over to the off position though. Seems to be a common problem with this brand. I don't understand why the brand new timer I just received from you would do the same thing though.
1 Answer Hello Steven. Check and make sure the orange wires is sending the power to the timer switch to cycle to off. If not, the operating thermostat may need to be replaced on the unit. Read More...
Steve May 17, 2012 for Model Number whirlpool dryer LER4634PQ0 My dryer will not shut off on its own on any setting. The timer advances to the cool down section but will not click off. I replaced the timer but the problem persists. Any help would be greatly appreciated! Thank you
1 Answer Hello Steve. Test and see if there is power coming to the timer motor on the timer. If there is power there, and the motor does not advance, you will need to replace the timer WP8299778 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...
Rick April 10, 2012 for Model Number WED5300SQ0 Can I buy a timer that will buzz when the cycle is complete? Cannot tell if part number AP3131541 will buzz - thanks
1 Answer Hello Rick! Your Whirlpool Dryer model WED5300SQ0 does not have the end of cycle signal option. Unfortunately, we will not be able to recommend a part for your product that you can modify to fit your product. Sorry about that! Read More...
Djh March 06, 2012 for Model Number WED5300SQo Automatic Dry Heat set on very dry, runs for 5 min stpos and will not start again on any setting
1 Answer Hello DJH. Based on the information you provided, it sounds like the dryer motor 279827 is bad and will need to be replaced. Hope this helps. Read More...