Dryer Timer Control WPW10185981

Hello, Thank you for your question. That typically is the cause when the dryer timer is not fully functioning it will need to be replaced. We hope this helps.

Hi Steve, Thank you for your question. The timer consists of a small motor connected to a series of gears that rotate cams, which turn electric contacts off and on inside the timer. The timer contacts control the dryer motor as well as the heat circuit. A defect in the timer’s electrical contacts can cause the dryer to stop producing heat and the timer will need to be replaced. The contacts can be checked for continuity with a multi-meter. Unplug the dryer before conducting this test. Before you can begin to test your dryer's timer motor, you must first locate the device. It is a part of the timer assembly. Dryer timer assemblies are located behind the control console panel. You may only have to remove the screws securing the front control panel in place, or, depending on your model, your may have to remove the rear panel behind the control panel. Label the wires connecting to your timer motor so that you will be able to correctly reconnect them later. Carefuly remove the wires. Do not pull on the wire itself. Instead, use needle nose pliers to pull gently on the wire connector. Set your ohmmeter to the R x 1 setting. Take each probe and touch it to one wire. A normal reading for most dryers is in the 2000 to 3000 ohms range. Try to locate a schematic for your dryer. It should be in one of the service areas of your dryer or in the owner's manual. This schematic should indicate the proper resistance reading for your specific timer motor. If the reading you receive from testing your timer's motor differs greatly from the range presented here, then you should replace your timer motor, or the entire timer assembly. I hope this helps. Thank you and have a great day!

Hi Marlene, Thank you for your question. The part number listed under your model number for the is PS11749830. I hope this helps. Thank you and have a great day!

Hello Chris and thanks for writing. We have attached the link to a repair video. We hope this helps. Please contact us anytime. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nAbe2JCmrAA

Hello Delphine, Thank you for the question. This would be caused be a defective Dryer Timer Control Switch that is behind the Knob, PartSelect Number PS11749830. If you need help placing an order, customer service is open 7 days a week. Please feel free to give us a call. We look forward to hearing from you!

Hello Edward, thank you for writing. Yes, the Dryer PS11749830 you had chosen is compatible with your model. If you need help placing an order, customer service is open 7 days a week. Please feel free to give us a call. We look forward to hearing from you.

Hi Danny, thank you for your question. When you are experiencing an issue like this there are a few parts that you will have to test to determine what is causing your issue. For all of these parts you can test them with a multi meter. First you will have to test your thermostats and thermal fuses to make sure they are all functioning correctly. After that you will want to test parts in this order, your m series coils, igniter itself, or your radiant flame sensor. You may also want to check your regulator just to make sure that part is functioning properly as well. 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. I hope that helps. Good luck with your repair.

Hello Danny, thank you for writing. This is likely due to a faulty Thermal Fuse, part number PS11741460 for your model dryer. Good luck with your repair!

Hello Ben, Thank you for contacting us. Please resubmit your question on the site with the model number of your equipment so that we can find the parts and information for you. Thank you.

Hello Chris, thank you for reaching out. According to our research, you may only need to replace the knob, part number PS16221236. If the shaft behind the knob also broke, then you need to replace the timer control, part number PS11749830. Customer service is available 7 days a week if you need help placing an order. Glad to be of assistance!