Mindy L Fort Mill , SC July 17, 2014 Dryer wouldn't start just clicking and buzzing I did replace the controls for the knob - which I researched was likely the problem from the internet and youtube videos. The repair itself was very easy - did it all in 20 minutes. Another video recommended disconnecting each wire from old knob and then inserting it in new knob control. I thought this was a very good tip - while it was more logistically a pain - keeping the two knobs so close, not dangling on pulling on wires, etc.... I think I would have been more prone to connect the wrong wire to the wrong insert had I done disconnect old controls all at once and reconnect new controls all at once. Even after repair - dryer still wasn't working. One of the other videos I watched said that if this happens, likely thermostat coupler. Turns out the thermostat that prevents dryer from over heating will often go out when the control knob shorted out or malfunctioned. I confess I didn't order this part from appliance pros.com - I found it local for the same price. The knob cost much more local and Appliance Pros had the best return policy. Locally I was told if it wasn't the control knob, I couldn't return the part - basically you buy it - its yours. Appliance Pros told me I could install it and if it wasn't the problem to disconnect it, ship it back, and they would refund my money as long as I didn't damage it during install. NO ONE ELSE OFFERED THIS OPTION. The thermostat coupler was only a $20.00 part - so not the huge financial risk the $100+ control knob was. The coupler although smaller and much simpler was a much bigger pain to replace due to its location in the back of the dryer and poorer info videos on youtube. That being said - I still fixed the coupler in 30 minutes or less and could have done it quicker, it just took me a while to unhinge the bracket due to its location and dust/lint/moisture adhering it to dryer. I am a female attorney with only slight mechanical inclination. If I can fix this anyone can, well anyone other than my husband. Read More... 2 People found this story helpful Do-It-Yourself Rating: Repair Time Estimate: Less than 15 minutes Tools: Adjustable Wrench, Pliers, Screwdrivers
Cam B Sutton , WV August 24, 2019 Timer not advancing Received timer installed it in fifteen minutes unit fixed Read More... 1 People found this story helpful Do-It-Yourself Rating: Repair Time Estimate: Less than 15 minutes Tools: Screwdrivers
Michael M Starkville , MS May 25, 2015 Appliance: Maytag Electric Dryer HYE3657AYW Started making a clicking noise and then would not start Watched the videos, ran ohmmeter tests and zeroed in on the timer. Ordered a replacement timer on a Mon night and received it about noon on Thursday. Installed it same day. Problem solved. Great service. Read More... 1 People found this story helpful Do-It-Yourself Rating: Repair Time Estimate: 1-2 hours Tools: Nut Drivers, Screwdrivers
Paul S La Crescenta , CA June 13, 2015 Faulty dryer timer Simple removal of dial panel, removal of 2 screws & swap wires. Read More... Do-It-Yourself Rating: Repair Time Estimate: Less than 15 minutes Tools: Screwdrivers
Christina P Mt.Pleasant , PA April 07, 2015 Timer The part came quick and they was great with everything Read More... Do-It-Yourself Rating: Repair Time Estimate: Less than 15 minutes Tools: Socket Set