Rob July 31, 2023 for Model Number WGD5520SQ0 Dryer occasionally fails to ignite but still sends gas which can be smelled coming out of the exhaust or in the tumbler. I initially believed it was an issue with the igniter, but even with a new igniter this happens. Watching via the peep hole, you can see the igniter glow. On some cycles, you hear the solenoids open and then see a flame. On other cycles you see the glow, hear the solenoids, but no flame and then the igniter stops blowing. Had a service call from a repair shop who said that it sounds like the timer. They wanted more than the dryer is worth to replace. Before I replace it myself, does this sound like the right part to swap. Or should I look at the radiant flame sensor or solenoids? Please note the only times you smell gas is while the dryer is on and it fails ignition.
1 Answer Rob, This issue would most likely be caused by either a faulty solenoid or a faulty gas valve. Read More...
Brickeneer April 19, 2020 for Model Number 8299766 M460-G My dryer has heat but the timer doesn't seem to work. Timer will not advanced. Not hearing any ticking sounds either. So, basically when the clothes are dry, I'll just manually turn it off. Is it just the timer issue? Thanks.
1 Answer Brickeneer, Yes, this issue will most likely be caused by a timer that is faulty and would need to be replaced. Read More...
Rob September 18, 2018 for Model Number Whirlpool LGB6200KQ0 My Whirlpool LGB6200KQ0 gas dryer timer stopped advancing on the automatic dry cycle and timed dry cycle and there is no heat on either. I replaced the timer with AP6012581 (WP8299766). There is still no heat. The timed dry cycle advances but the automatic cycle does not. I am considering. Could these symptoms be related to WHIRLPOOL Dryer Thermal Fuse (WP3392519) or WHIRLPOOL Dryer cycling thermostat (WP3387134) $15.47
1 Answer Rob, The cycling thermostat would be the most likely cause for the unit not advancing in the auto dry cycle which could also cause the unit to not heat. Read More...
Garland. September 11, 2016 for Model Number lgr7620lw/gas Timed drying we get on heat. accudry clothes will dry is this a bad timer?
1 Answer Garland, If the unit is drying on one setting but not the other then the timer contacts would likely be sticking or not making contact and the timer would need replaced. Read More...
Mark May 12, 2016 for Model Number LGR8648PQ1 Roughly 10 year old, LP Gas dryer, 8 cycle, 4 temp, commercial quality (it says) 2 Questions: 1. Tried numerous types of drying with the timer rotating as expected during the elapsed time and same problem has occurred: You can hear the relay click to start the heat part of the drying cycle and see the glow of the igniter, stays on for about 5 seconds and then turns off, but the gas doesn't come on and generate the flame. The outlet is clear as I had the back off last week when this problem was intermittent and seemed to fix itself (temporarily). 2. This is an 8 function timer and you only hear it clicking as you turn it CW in a few positions. Seems upon arriving at an OFF position there is a definite click. Other thing is that it rotates CCW with no resistance. Is it supposed to rotate CCW. I did check the thermal fuse last week while into it and it was good. Thanks, Mark
1 Answer Hello Mark. Timer seems to be fine in the unit. 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 to see if it is good. If it is not glowing, test for power. 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...
Vernon March 20, 2015 for Model Number LGR8620PG1 This is an LP-gas dryer. Have an issue with clothes NOT drying. Seems as though when I turn timer to LEFT for automatic drying--there is no "timer ticking"--and the dryer will just keep running without hearing the igniter kick-in. When I turn timer to the RIGHT--for TIMED drying, I do hear the "timer ticking" as well as the igniter coming on. Does this validate that I have a problem with the TIMER?
1 Answer Vernon, Yes, based on the description of the problem with the unit, the timer would most likely be the cause for failure. You will also want to check the cycling thermostat to make sure that it has continuity across the 2 outer larger leads. Read More...
Alex January 07, 2015 for Model Number LGR8648PW0 We normally use automatic dry mode on and noticed that it doesn't move past less dry. Clothes are dry but it keeps running. Tried timed drying with no issues. Without it running I can turn dial in timed drying and fluff air but in auto dry I have resistance when I turn it to between energy preferred and less dry. I cleaned out dryer venting. Seems and feels like it is the timer. Also read it could be cycling thermostat or dryer ignition coils or thermal fuse. I would like to order the correct part or parts. If you can please steer me in the right direction it will be greatly appreciated. Any other info needed please let me know and thanks.
1 Answer Alex, With there being resistance on the timer between energy preferred and less dry it sounds like the contact for the timer may be faulty. The timer part number is WP8299766. Read More...
Adam May 13, 2014 for Model Number LGR7648PQ0 We always use the energy preferred mode which turns the dryer off when the clothes are dry. The dryer has stopped shutting off automatically. At some point the heat shuts off, but it will continue to spin forever. Is this caused by a bad timer?
1 Answer Hello Adam, This is caused by a crimped, clogged or excessively long and complicated exhaust duct. This is in the case where the unit turns of at the end of the timed dry cycles normally. If it does this on any cycle, the centrifugal switch in the motor 279827 or the timer WP8299766 can be the cause. Read More...
Bruce Tauck October 06, 2013 for Model Number lgr8648 pwo Whirlpool Dryer The Dryer will turn on and run but will only heat on very dry cycle but does not get real hot. Then will just stay there and will not move (dial) that is. there is no other mode that the heat will come on. Is my timer bad? If I move the timer in wrinkle mode by hand the timer will work its way to the off mode.
1 Answer Bruce, Your first check needs to be to the exhaust venting and hood. If there is an issue with the airflow, the dryer timer will not advance, and the temperature in the dryer drum will seem low. Since the timer does advance in the wrinkle cycle, the timer itself should be working properly. Read More...
Steve H March 20, 2013 for Model Number Whirlpool LER7646JQ0 When timer is set and the start button is pressed; the dryer doesn't start. I can hear the timer ticking. I suspect the timer has gone bad and will test it tonight. Any other suggestions?
1 Answer Steve, You will want to test the door switch to make sure that it is good. With door closed you should have continuity. If not then the door switch would need to be replaced. Also check the thermal fuse on the blower housing for continuity. No continuity means that it is bad. Read More...