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    How can I determine what is wrong with my clothes dryer timer?

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    How to Troubleshoot the Timer on an Electric Dryer


    Things You'll Need
    Screwdriver
    Masking tape
    Needle nose pliers
    Volt-ohm meter


    Instructions
    1
    Disconnect the power supply to the dryer by unplugging from the wall outlet.


    2
    Use a screwdriver to remove the control panel mounting screws. Depending upon your model these screws will be on top of the control panel or on each end toward the bottom.


    3


    Pull the control panel forward to access the inside of the panel. On some models of electric dryers the control panel can be set back to rest on hinges.


    4
    Inspect the dryer timer for burn marks or loose components. If the leads are burnt or damaged the timer will need to be replaced.


    5
    Locate the timer motor inside the control panel. Several wires are connected to the timer motor. The two larger ones are the power supply to the timer.


    6
    Use a pair of needle nose pliers to remove one of the power wires from the timer. Grab the wire at the lead and pull it off of the dryer timer terminal.


    7
    Set the scale on your volt-ohm meter to RX1. Set the timer to a drying cycle by turning the knob on the outside of the console.


    8
    Place one probe of the volt-ohm meter to the loose wire and the other probe to the power terminal on the timer that still has a wire connected.


    9
    Look at the reading on the volt-ohm meter. It should read zero. If it comes back with any other reading the timer needs to be replaced.


    Read more: http://www.ehow.com/how_5501716_troubleshoot-timer-electric-dryer.html#ixzz2fve8N44y



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