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 CAUTION: TO SERVICE MACHINE, POWER MUST BE DISCONNECTED!
DRYER TROUBLESHOOTING CAUTION RESISTORS HI-LIMIT THERMOSTAT To Remove or Replace Heating Element:
PROBLEM WHAT TO LOOK FOR THIS MACHINE MUST BE The resistor, located in the thermostat heater The hi-limit thermostat, single-pole, single throw 1. Disconnect Laundry Center from electrical
Broken or loose belt circuit, causes the thermostat heater to generate switch wired in series with the control thermostat supply.
Motor runs but ELECTRICALLY GROUNDED 2. Remove drum.
drum does not Loose motor, idler pulley, or It can be grounded thru the ground lead in the varying amounts of heat. Resistors are connected and heat source, is mounted to the top of the
operate spring to the timer or selector switches. Refer to the heater housing. 3. Disconnect wires from safety thermostat, hi-
4-prong power cord, if plugged into a properly limit thermostat, and ceramic insulator.
grounded appliance outlet or thru a separate applicable wiring diagram.
Drum operates Drum out of shape Should the control thermostat fail or an air 4. Remove four screws securing heating element
but is noisy Worn idler pulley No. 12 or larger wire from the cabinet to an assembly to rear panel and remove assembly.
established ground. In all cases, the grounding Resistors are checked with an ohm meter and blockage occur, raising the heater housing
Belt squeaking or frayed 5. Install new heating element.
Motor (bearing), motor pulley method must comply with any local electrical resistor values are marked on the schematic wiring temperature to 260° F., the hi-limit thermostat
diagram. A bad resistor will give improper drying opens the circuit to the heat source and allows 6. Reverse procedure to reassemble.
loose, blower code requirements.
Drum seals worn temperatures. the heater housing to cool down to 180° F.

Incorrect wiring
IMPORTANT - RECONNECT ALL To check the thermostat, remove drum. To check DOOR SWITCH
Motor will not
stop Grounded motor or wiring GROUNDING DEVICES CONTROL THERMOSTAT for stuck contacts in the thermostat, start the dryer Whenever the door is opened, the door switch will
Grounded heat element ALL PARTS OF THIS APPLIANCE CAPABLE and run on HIGH heat with the exhaust duct open the circuit to the motor and the external switch
The thermostat and bias heater are located on
Faulty timer OF CONDUCTING ELECTRICAL CURRENT completely blocked. The hi-limit thermostat in the motor will open the circuit to the heat source.
Open timer resistor
the blower housing.
ARE GROUNDED. IF GROUNDING WIRES, MUST open within three minutes.
SCREWS, STRAPS, NUTS OR WASHERS
Motor does not Blown fuse USED TO COMPLETE A PATH TO GROUND
start Timer or motor inoperative CHECKING THE CONTROL To check for an open thermostat, remove the CHECKING THE MOTOR
ARE REMOVED FOR SERVICE, THEY MUST harness wires from the thermostat terminals. Test The drive motor is 1/4 H.P., 1725 RPM with
Housing wiring not properly THERMOSTAT
connected to dryer BE RETURNED TO THEIR ORIGINAL for continuity. You should have continuity through automatic reset overload protector.
Inoperative door switch POSITION AND PROPERLY FASTENED. Remove harness wires from the thermostat. a good thermostat at room temperature. 1. Disconnect electrical current and remove
Faulty “Push to Start” switch Determine the interior wiring by referring to the
ventilation panel. Remove harness wires from
wiring diagram. Use an ohm meter to check the
motor.
Slow drying- Blocked or plugged lint collector, OPERATION - DRYER thermostats.
SAFETY THERMOSTAT 2. Operate motor by connecting a properly fused
improper drying blower housing or vent pipe Air is drawn into the heater housing and across
Vent pipe too long The safety thermostat is wired in series with the service cord to terminals 4 and 5. The motor
the open coils of the electric heater. It then is drawn 1. Remove the exhaust venting from the rear of
Clothes too wet when put in dryer motor. The purpose of the safety thermostat is to should start and run.
through the tumbling clothes, picking up moisture dryer. Place a thermometer (pocket type
Dryer is overloaded shut down the dryer if the control thermostat and 3. If motor runs, problem is open circuits in the
and lint. Lint is filtered out as the air passes from reading at least 300° F.) in rear of exhaust
Drum set is worn or out of hi-limit thermostat fail to open. Once the safety dryer electrical or control system. If motor does
the drum into the blower where it is discharged pipe.
position thermostat has opened, it must be replaced. The not run, check the centrifugal switch.
Door gasket not sealing correctly out the vent. The air temperature is controlled by If dryer is installed between cabinets, making condition that caused it to open must be corrected. 4. When motor runs and the problem is NO HEAT,
Control or safety thermostats the biased thermostat according to the setting of rear access difficult, the temperature can be check continuity between terminals 1 and 2
inoperative the fabric selector switch. The length of the drying checked by placing a thermocouple in the lint with the switch button out (run position).
House voltage fluctuating or low cycle is controlled by the number of minutes trap opening. Thermocouple shall be located HEATER ASSEMBLY
selected on the timer, or automatically controlled one inch to the right of lint screen opening No continuity shows the switch is inoperative.
Clothes not Customer selected wrong timer The heater assembly (208/240 volts) is located
by the timer, in conjunction with the thermostat, center line and extend three inches below the Replace motor.
drying on auto- setting behind the drum. Perforations in the drum back
Inoperative resistor for the type of fabric selected (automatic dry cycle). top of opening.
dry setting allow heated air to be drawn into the drum.
Inoperative control thermostat 2. Set timer for 30 minutes, or long enough to
Inoperative heating element To operate the dryer, first check the lint screen permit cycling of thermostat. The heater is an open coil type heater made from DRYER DRIVE BELT
and be certain that the screen is completely free 3. Allow thermostat to cycle 3 or 4 times. To Remove or Replace Dryer Drive Belt:
a continuous coil of resistance wire attached to a
Drum turns but Inoperative heating element of all lint. Place clothes in dryer and close door. 4. Check temperature immediately after the third 1. Disconnect Laundry Center from electrical
metal support plate with ceramic stand offs.
heat does not Inoperative timer (Dryer will not operate unless door is closed.) or fourth cycle of thermostat. The
Loose terminals-tighten
supply.
come on temperatures (depending on the temperature
connections Heater Assembly Testing: 2. Remove front panel and air duct assembly.
1. Select the desired drying time, or automatic setting) should conform to those listed in the 3. Disconnect belt from idler pulley and motor
Inoperative control or safety 1. Disconnect Laundry Center from electrical
drying cycle, by turning timer knob to the right. Temperature Chart. pulley.
thermostat supply.
Inoperative motor switch 2. Set the fabric selector for the type of fabric - AT EXHAUST DUCT - NO LOAD 2. Remove drum. 4. Remove belt from dryer drum.
Broken wire in wiring harness being dried. OR LINT TRAP 3. Remove leads to the heater element. 5. Install new belt.
3. To start the dryer, push the start button and 4. Connect ohmmeter across heater element 6. Reverse procedure to reassemble.
Element burns Worn drum seals. Replace hold in for 2 seconds. terminals.
out frequently Connections not tight at element
terminals
TRIP TEMP 5. Check each terminal to ground.
Reduced air flow. Check for SETTING 6. If open or grounded, replace heater element.
proper installation & maintenance
DRUM SPEED HIGH 145-190° F.
of duct work. (See Installation 48-54 RPM in a counterclockwise direction as MEDIUM 2-10° F. lower than high heat
Instructions) viewed from the front. LOW 2-10° F. lower than medium heat

NOTE: LONG EXTENDED VENTS AFFECT

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 CAUTION: TO SERVICE MACHINE, POWER MUST BE DISCONNECTED!
PROBLEM WHAT TO LOOK FOR CHECKING THE TIMER WASHER DRIVE MOTOR, PULLEYS, Remove the harness from the lid lock terminals.
IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE Depress the lid switch arm. If there is no continuity
THIS INFORMATION IS INTENDED FOR
Water does Blown fuse or open circuit breaker The line switch in the timer is closed (ON) when BELT AND IDLER ASSEMBLY
not enter tub Loose connection at receptacle
the shaft is pulled out. To stop the timer operation, The drive system provides positive drive in between the terminals, a new lid lock must be
USE BY INDIVIDUALS POSSESSING in wash or Water faucet turned off installed.
rinse cycles Kinked fill hose the shaft is pushed in (OFF). agitation (clockwise rotation) and variable speed
ADEQUATE BACKGROUNDS OF ELEC-
TRICAL, ELECTRONIC AND MECHANICAL although Clogged screens in water valve drive in spin (counterclockwise rotation). This dual
washer is Defective water valve Turn the timer to the position where the washer is drive function is a result of the direction of drive. Be sure to check line voltage, overload circuits
EXPERIENCE. ANY ATTEMPT TO REPAIR plugged in, Pressure switch inoperative and capacitor before changing motor.
not operating properly. The cam chart on the wiring In agitation, the direction of pull is from pulley to
A MAJOR APPLIANCE MAY RESULT IN timer is "ON" Motor overload switch is open (Should close
when motor is at room temperature) diagram shows which switches should be closed. pulley. This causes the belt to ride tight in the pulley
PERSONAL INJURY AND PROPERTY If the motor runs in one direction but will not
DAMAGE. THE MANUFACTURER OR
Timer or selector switch is inoperative and provide positive drive. In spin, the direction of
Loose wire or wired wrong (See wiring Check for continuity with an ohmmeter or test light. pull is across the spring loaded idler pulley. The reverse, the timing or wiring harness is at fault
SELLER CANNOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR diagram) because the same motor components are used
It is suggested that the contacts in question be idler arm “senses” the load and controls belt
THE INTERPRETATION OF THIS INFOR- Agitates Pressure switch wired wrong when the motor runs in either direction.
checked by rotating the timer knob 360° to assure tension to provide a gradual increase in speed as
MATION, NOR CAN IT ASSUME ANY before tub Pressure switch defective
the correct circuit is being checked. This method water is extracted. With an extreme out of balance
LIABILITY IN CONNECTION WITH ITS USE. fills with Pressure switch kinked or plugged
To check the start windings of the motor,
water Timer defective (See wiring diagram) of checking should be used if it is not certain the load, the tub will spin at reduced speed throughout
Some water left in splash tub due to kinked drain timer is causing the problem. the spin cycle. This permits the washer to complete disconnect the wiring harness and connect a VOM
hose, air locked pump or restriction in drain system.
the full cycle. between the terminals 3 & 7. If no continuity exists,
Water will Valve diaphragm is dirty or damaged The timer is considered a complete assembly. replace the motor.
not shut off Pressure switch tube leaks air Repairs are NOT to be attempted.
Air dome is plugged
Proper operation of the drive system is dependent
on correct adjustment of the idler arm tension To check the run windings of the motor, disconnect
Pressure switch is defective
spring. The normal setting of tension is in the third the wiring harness and connect a VOM between
Cannot Inlet hoses are crossed the terminals 2 & 6. If no continuity exists, replace
obtain Inlet hose kinked RUNNING SPEEDS slot. To reduce tension, move spring arm closer to
Water valve screen is dirty the motor or in the second slot. To increase tension, the motor.
desired Tub Spin Speeds 600-630 RPM (empty)
water Water valve defective move spring arm away from the motor or in the
Agitation Stroke Rate 66-70 SPM
temperature Water faucet must be adjusted to desired
warm temperature providing hot water fourth slot.
temperature is high enough CAUTION: Entire transmission body turns SNUBBER RING
Selector switch or timer inoperative or wired during spin. Keep hands and tools out of lower NOTE: The bi-metal lid lock is in series with the Do not use any lubrication on snubber ring which
wrong (See wiring diagram)
cabinet area when washer is operating. motor, not across the line. If connected across the is located between the leg dome assembly and
Water will not Foreign object in drain system line it will blow a fuse and damage the lid lock. the base.
pump out Kinked hose (internal or external)
Washer Washer is overloaded and motor overloaded When testing the unit under repeated spin starts it
shuts off Switch opens up
TRANSMISSION DRIVE SYSTEM
Blown fuse or open circuit breaker Before getting into the transmission tear down, it is suggested that a minimum of 35 seconds be PUMP
Low voltage problem is best to know the operation of the drive system. allowed for a cool down period between starts to If foreign objects become lodged in the impeller
Transmission binding prevent excessive overheating of the bi-metal lid of the pump and prevent it from rotating, the
Motor switch defective lock. following steps may be taken for corrective action:
Loose wire The transmission drive system consists of the
following major components: (See Figure E1.)
Washer Lid switch open up When installing the lid switch-lock assembly, locate 1. Drain all the water from the washer.
shuts off Clutch too tight 1. A 1/2 H.P., 60 Hz., 120 Volt, two speed,
during spin Low voltage capacitor start, reversible motor. the assembly on the top panel so the locking arm 2. Remove the drain hose from the pump.
periods Blown fuse or open circuit breaker 2. A motor pulley, which is attached to the motor intersects striker hole. After replacing either a lid 3. Turn the pump housing clockwise till the
Bottom tub bearing tight
shaft by a roll pin. switch-lock assembly or the main drive motor, locking tabs contact the stop on the mounting
Motor overheats due to off-balanced load with always check the lid lock for correct operation surface.
tight clutch 3. A ventilated transmission drive pulley, which
Motor switch defective is attached to the transmission shaft with a using the following procedures. 4. Using a flat blade screwdriver, pry the locking
Loose wire screw. tab up and over the stop.
Water won't pump out
4. A spring loaded belt tension idler arm, with a Close washer lid, set timer at spin and start washer. 5. Turn the pump housing clockwise till it
Timer will Timer motor defective “V” groove pulley. The lid lock should close about 3 seconds after disengages from the mounting surface.
not advance Low drain standpipe machine starts into spin. Run washer in spin cycle 6. Remove foreign objects from the pump.
automatically Inoperative pressure switch
5. A “V" belt.
a minimum of one (1) minute. Stop washer. The 7. Reverse the procedure to reassemble.
Defective timer
NOTE: All references to the direction of rotation lid should unlock 50-130 seconds after the unit
Lid lock will Inoperative lid lock
not lock lid Loose or burned wire of the drive system are made as viewed from was de-energized.
during spin Inoperative timer below. TRANSMISSION
Motor runs Belt broken or slipping B E LT PULLEY
but will not Defective transmission
IDLER ASSY.
DRIVE MOTOR
agitate Clutch spring broken CAUTION: When installing a timer or drive motor,
Spins in wash Large LGS spring broken check the lid lock for continuity before operating
Agitates in spin LGS spring inside transmission slipping machine to check whether it might have been the
Motor runs Faulty clutch or need adjustment cause of the initial failure.
but tub will Belt broken or slipping
not spin Tight or frozen spin shaft bearing
P/N 134806700B (0612) Kinked drain hose or clogged drain
MOTOR PULLEY P/N 134806700B (0612)

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