This dryer timer is used to control the unit's cycles by regulating the length of time that power is directed to each setting.
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This part works with the following products:
Dryer.
This part works with the following products:
Kenmore, Whirlpool, Maytag.
Part# WP8299771 replaces these:
3976585, 8299771, 8299771R
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Timer would stop in middle of drying cycle.
Remove nob on front of machine. Remove metal screws on back panel Note position of wires by location and color on the timer. Either draw diagram, or take very good detail photo Use pliers to remove contacts from prongs. (This takes a little tugging.) Remove two metal screws holding timer to frame. Note the top
... Read moreof the timer. Mount the new timer to frame using two metal screws. Reconnect the wiring based on color coding. Be mindful of three male prongs that connect plastic sleeve on top. Prongs may not align properly, and slip below or above plastic frame. (Yes, that happened to me.) Test by running dryer. Replace back panel.
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Joseph from HAZLET, NJ
Difficulty Level:
Easy
Total Repair Time:
30 - 60 mins
Tools:
Nutdriver, Pliers, Socket set
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Timer would stop the dryer with in 1 minute after set
Opened the back cover. Unscrewed the timer replaced the wires connected on the old timer to the new timer. Screwed the new timer in place screwed the cover back on. Then placed the timer nob on the front.
Romeo from Holland, MI
Difficulty Level:
Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
Tools:
Screw drivers, Socket set
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Kathie
August 30, 2017
My dryer won't start, knob won't push in/stay in.
Hello Kathie, thank you for contacting us. That sounds like an issue with the timer. It should not pop out until its finished the cycle. You may need to replace this part to fix that issue. Hope this helps!
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Donna
April 24, 2019
My dryer won’t turn off (unless we open the door) is this the part i need to fix this problem?
For model number 110.77862600
Hi Donna, thank you for your question. In the majority of cases, the part that generally causes this issue is your door lock switch itself. I hope that helps. Good luck with your repair.
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Randy
October 24, 2019
Will the timer cause the heater to not work
For model number 110.64982300
Hello Randy, thank you for your question. Yes, it is possible, but the more likely issue is a thermostat, or fuse. We would recommend testing the thermostats and fuse before replacing the timer. I hope this helps!
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Mark
February 26, 2020
Having issue with dryer not staying on and not heating i’ve already replaced the thermistic and the push switch any suggestions on what the problem is
For model number 110.63952102
Hi Mark, thank you for your question. Looking at your model information there are a few parts that you should take out and test to see which one is giving you the issue. The first parts to check in this case would be all of your thermostats and thermal fuses, you have four in your appliance. You can test those parts with a multi meter and they should be reading 0 ohms to be working correctly. If those parts are fine, you should then go on to testing your heating element as well. You can also test that with a multi meter and it should be reading between 0 - 50 ohms. Something else you should also check would be your filter and ducts. Make sure there is absolutely no blockage that would restrict air flow in your appliance. Good luck with your repair.
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Edward
November 5, 2023
Dryer is not able to completely finish the selected drying cycle. Stops just before Off and then comes back on about 3 minutes later and attempts to turn itself Off again. This keeps going on and on until I manually have to turn the dial to off. I replaced the timer with a new one, but that did not stop this type of occurrence. Don’t know what to do now as a fix. help!
For model number WED5900SW0
Hi Edward, thank you for getting in touch. Based on the description, we would suggest cleaning the dryer's vent. If that is not the case, you may need to check the moisture sensor, part number PS11723108, to fix the issue. We hope this solves your problem!
