Amana CE8517*2, LG8219*2, CE4317*2, LE4217*2, CE8317*2 Service Manual

Service

Home Laundry Dryers

Service Manual for
Amana®

Models and manufacturing

numbers in this manual are

shown on pages 4 and 5.

This manual is to be used by qualified appliance
technicians only. Amana does not assume any
responsibility for property damage or personal
injury for improper service procedures done by
an unqualified person.

RS3200001

Revision 3

(502992R3)

December 1996

Rev. 3

a WARNING

a WARNING

Failure to install, maintain, and/or operate this product according to the manufacturer's

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

instructions may result in conditions which can produce serious injury, death and/or

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

property damage.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

Do not repair or replace any part of the product or attempt any servicing unless

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

specifically recommended or published in this Service Manual and that you understand

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

and have the skills to carry out.

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Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be
reconnected to ensure that the product is properly grounded and to reduce the risk of
fire, electric shock, serious injury, or death.

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a WARNING

Repairs that are made to your products by unqualified persons can result in hazards due
to improper assembly or adjustments subjecting you, or the inexperienced person
making such repairs, to the risk of serious injury, electrical shock, or death.

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a CAUTION
If you or an unqualified person perform service on your product, you must assume the

responsibility for any personal injury or property damage which may result. The
manufacturer will not be responsible for any injury or property damage arising from
improper service and/or service procedures.

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NOTE: The WARNINGS and IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS appearing in this manual are not meant to cover
all possible conditions and situations that may occur. It must be understood that common sense, caution
and carefulness are factors which CANNOT be built into these products. These factors MUST BE supplied
by the person(s) installing, maintaining or operating the product.

Always contact your dealer, distributor, service agent or the manufacturer about any problems or conditions you
do not understand.

In order to locate an authorized service agency, contact the dealer from whom you purchased this product or:

Consumer Affairs Dept. or 1-800-628-5782
2800 220th Trail CALL and ask for the
P.O. Box 8901 Consumer Affairs Department
Amana, Iowa 52204-0001

Users of products outside of the United States and Canada should contact:

INTERNATIONAL DIVISION
AMANA REFRIGERATION, INC.
2800 220th TRAIL
P.O. BOX 8901
AMANA, IOWA 52204-0001, USA
Telephone: [phone]
Facsimile: [phone]

Recognize Safety Symbols, Words and Labels

aDANGER — Immediate hazards which WILL result in serious injury or death.
aWARNING — Hazards or unsafe practices which COULD result in serious injury

or death.

aCAUTION — Hazards or unsafe practices which COULD result in minor or

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moderate injury or product or property damage.

Copyright 1996, Raytheon Appliances
All rights reserved. No part of the contents of this book may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means without the written

permission of the publisher.

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RS3200001 (502992R3)

a WARNING

Rev. 3

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

Nameplate Location ................................................4

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

Model Identification.................................................4

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

SECTION I — Grounding

1. Motor Mounting Bracket to Motor ......................6

2. Neutral at Terminal Block to Rear Bulkhead
and from Rear Bulkhead to

Control housing ..................................................7

3. Power Cord to Rear Bulkhead and from Rear
Bulkhead to Control Housing.

Wall Receptacle Polarity Check ........................7

4. From Rear Bulkhead to Timer Mounting
Bracket to Dryer Cabinet Top.

Timer Mounting Bracket to Graphic Panel........8

From Rear Bulkhead to Dryer Cabinet Top

to Electronic Control to Graphic Panel ..............8

SECTION II — Service Procedures

5. Control Hood Assembly .....................................9

6. Fluorescent Light Assembly ..............................9

7. Control Hood End Caps.....................................9

8. Graphics Panel.................................................10

9. Timer ................................................................10

10. Temperature Switch .........................................10

11. Signal Control ...................................................10

12. Printed Circuit Board ........................................10

13. Electronic Control .............................................10

14. Lint Filter ...........................................................15

15. Inner and Outer Door Panels

and Door Pull ...................................................16

16. Loading Door....................................................16

17. Door Strike .......................................................19

18. Door Seal .........................................................19

19. Front Panel and Panel Seal ............................20

20. Door Switch ......................................................20

21. Strike Catch......................................................20

22. Door Hinge .......................................................22

23. Hold-Down Clips and Guide Lugs ...................22

24. Burner System Components............................23

25. Burner Housing and Heat Shroud ...................25

26. Limit Thermostat ..............................................25

27. Heating Element ...............................................25

28. Thermister or Thermostat and Heater .............26

29. Front Air Duct...................................................26

Table of Contents

30. Motor and Exhaust Assembly..........................27

31. Cabinet Top......................................................30

32. Cylinder Light ...................................................31

33. Cylinder Light Receptacle ................................31

34. Front Bulkhead Assembly................................32

35. Moisture Sensor ...............................................33

36. Cylinder Belt .....................................................34

37. Cylinder Assembly ...........................................35

38. Rear Seal .........................................................36

39. Cylinder Rollers ................................................38

40. Outlet Cover .....................................................38

41. Rear Bulkhead and Heater Box ......................39

42. Terminal Block or Power Cord ........................41

43. Terminal Block Terminals ................................43

44. Cabinet .............................................................43

45. Base..................................................................45

SECTION III — Adjustments

46. Leveling Legs ...................................................46

47. Burner Flame ...................................................47

SECTION IV — Test Procedures

48. Drive Motor .......................................................49

49. Burner System Operation ................................52

50. Electrical Circuit to Ignition System .................53

51. Gas Valve Coils ...............................................54

52. Sensor ..............................................................55

53. Igniter................................................................55

54. Temperature Switch .........................................55

55. Door Switch ......................................................56

56. Signal Control ...................................................56

57. Timer Contact Points .......................................56

58. Cycling or Limit Thermostat.............................56

59. Thermostat Heater ...........................................58

60. Thermal Fuse ...................................................59

61. Heater Assembly..............................................59

SECTION V — Service Helps

62. Motor Does Not Run ........................................60

63. Unit Stops in Cycle; Quits after a Couple
Loads; Has a Burning Smell; Cycles on

Motor Thermal Protector ..................................61

64. Motor Runs But Cylinder Does Not Turn ........61

65. Motor Does Not Stop .......................................62

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2

Rev. 3

66. Heating Assembly Does Not Heat

a WARNING

or Burner Does Not Ignite ...............................62

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

67. Igniter Does Not Glow .....................................63

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

68. Burner Ignites and Goes Out Repeatedly.......63

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

69. Igniter Glows But Burner Does Not Ignite .......63

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

70. Heater Assembly or Burner Shuts

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

Off Prematurely ................................................64

71. Heater Assembly or Burner Repeatedly

Cycles Off On Limit Thermostat ......................64

82. Heater Does Not Turn On or No Heat ............80

83. Improper Drying Temperature

or Dry Times ....................................................81

84. “oP” Appears in Time Display .........................83

85. “SH” Appears in Time Display.........................84

86. Dryer Goes Into Cool-Down in About

Five Minutes and Load is Not Dry ...................85

87. Control Replacement .......................................86

Electronic Control Board Replacement Report ......87

72. Heater Assembly or Burner Does Not

Shut Off ............................................................65

73. Clothes Do Not Dry..........................................65

74. Timer Does Not Advance in

Automatic Cycle ...............................................66

SECTION VIII — Service Procedures Unique to

the Electromechanical Dryers with Moisture
Sensor

75. Clothes Are Too Hot When Removed

From Dryer .......................................................66

88. Dryer Operation ................................................88

89. Automatic Cycles .............................................88

90. No Heat ............................................................88

SECTION VI — Internal Wiring of Dryer Motor

Switch ..............................................................67

91. Time Dry...........................................................88

92. Control Replacement .......................................89

93. Timer Contract Points ......................................90

94. Temp/Dryness Control Resistance Chart........91

SECTION VII — Service Procedures Unique

to the Electronic Control
Model Dryers

95. Timer Does Not Advance ................................92

96. Heater Does Not Turn On or No Heat ............93

97. Heater Assembly or Burner

Shuts Off Prematurely .....................................94

76. Electrical Service .............................................68

77. Grounding Instructions .....................................74

98. Clothes are Too Hot When

Removed From Dryer ......................................95

78. Failure Symptoms ............................................75

79. Blown Fuse or Tripped Circuit Breaker ...........77

80. Control Will Not Wake Up (No LED’s Light)

SECTION IX — Wiring Diagrams .........................96

After SELECT CYCLE Pad is Pressed ...........78

81. Control Wakes Up (When SELECT CYCLE
Pad is Pressed (But Motor Does Not

Start).................................................................79

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RS3200001 (502992R3)

a WARNING

Rev. 3

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

Nameplate Location

Model Identification

Information in this manual is applicable to these dryer models:

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Model
Number

CE4317L2 PCE4317L2 X P. X
CE4317W2 PCE4317W2 X P. X
CE8317W2 PCE8317W2 X P. X
CE8407W2 PCE8407W2 X P. X
CE8517W2 PCE8517W2 X S.S. X
CE9207W2 PCE9207W2 X S.S. X X
CG 8409W2 PCG8409W2 X P. X
LE4207L2 PLE4207L2 X P. X

LE4217*2 PLE4217*2 X P. X
LE4207W2 PLE4207W2 X P. X
LE4317L2 PLE4317L2 X P. X
LE7101LB PLE7101LB X P. X
LE7101WB PLE7101WB X P. X
LE7111LB PLE7111LB X P. X
LE7111LM PLE7111LM X P. X
LE7111WB PLE7111WB X P. X
LE7111WM PLE7111WM X P. X
LE7121LM PLE7121LM X P. X
LE7121WM PLE7121WM X P. X
LE7153LB PLE7153LB X S.S. X

LE7153LM PLE7153LM X S.S. X
LE7153WB PLE7153WB X S.S. X
LE7153WM PLE7153WM X S.S. X
LE7163LM PLE7163LM X S.S. X
LE7163WM PLE7163WM X S.S. X
LE8107*2 PLE8107*2 X U.P. X
LE8207*2 PLE8207*2 X P. X
LE8207*3 PLE8207*3 X P. X
LE8217*2 PLE8217*2 X P. X

LE8317L2 PLE8317L2 X P. X
LE8317W2 PLE8317W2 X P. X

P. Painted
S.S. Stainless Steel
U.P. Unpainted

Manufacturing

Number

Timer
Model

Electronic

Model

Cylinder

Electric

Heat

Gas

Heat

Moisture

Sensor

RS3200001 (502992R3)

4

a WARNING

Rev. 3

Model
Number

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

LE8407L2 PLE8407L2 X P. X

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

LE8407W2 PLE8407W2 X P. X

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

LE8457L2 PLE8457L2 X P. X

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

LE8457W2 PLE8457W2 X P. X

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

LE8517L2 PLE8517L2 X S.S. X

Manufacturing

Number

Timer
Model

Electronic

Model

Cylinder

Electric

Heat

Gas

Heat

Moisture

LE8517W2 PLE8517W2 X S.S. X
LE8607L2 PLE8607L2 X S.S. X
LE8607W2 PLE8607W2 X S.S. X
LE9207L2 PLE9207L2 X S.S. X
LE9207W2 PLE9207W2 X S.S. X
LG4209L2 PLG4209L2 X P. X
LG4209W2 PLG4209W2 X P. X
LG4219*2 PLG4219*2 X P. X
LG4319L2 PLG4319L2 X P. X
LG4319W2 PLG4319W2 X P. X
LG8101LB PLG8101LB X P. X
LG8101WB PLG8101WB X P. X

LG8109*2 PLG8109*2 X U.P. X
LG8111LB PLG8111LB X P. X

LG8111LM PLG8111LM X P. X
LG8111WB PLG8111WB X P. X
LG 8111WM PLG8111WM X P. X
LG8121LM PLG8121LM X P. X
LG 8121WM PLG8121WM X P. X
LG8153LB PLG8153LB X S.S. X
LG8153LM PLG8153LM X S.S. X
LG8153WB PLG8153WB X S.S. X
LG 8153WM PLG8153WM X S.S. X
LG8163LM PLG8163LM X S.S. X
LG 8163WM PLG8163WM X S.S. X

LG8209*2 PLG8209*2 X P. X
LG8209*3 PLG8209*3 X P. X
LG8219*2 PLG8219*2 X P. X
LG8319L2 PLG8319L2 X P. X
LG8319W2 PLG8319W2 X P. X
LG8409L2 PLG8409L2 X P. X
LG8409W2 PLG8409W2 X P. X
LG8459L2 PLG8459L2 X P. X
LG8459W2 PLG8459W2 X P. X
LG8519L2 PLG8519L2 X S.S. X
LG8519W2 PLG8519W2 X S.S. X
LG8609L2 PLG8609L2 X S.S. X X
LG8609W2 PLG8609W2 X S.S. X X
LG9209L2 PLG9209L2 X S.S. X X
LG9209W2 PLG9209W2 X S.S. X X

P. Painted
S.S. Stainless Steel
U.P. Unpainted

Sensor

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5

RS3200001 (502992R3)

a WARNING

Rev. 3

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

a WARNING

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

1. MOTOR MOUNTING BRACKET TO MOTOR (Gas and Electric Models — Figure 1).

SECTION I

Grounding

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RS3200001 (502992R3)

Figure 1

6

a WARNING

Rev. 3

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

2. NEUTRAL AT TERMINAL BLOCK TO REAR BULKHEAD AND FROM REAR BULKHEAD TO
CONTROL HOUSING (Electric Models Only — Figure 2).

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U.S. Models

Canadian Models

Figure 2

3. POWER CORD TO REAR BULKHEAD AND FROM REAR BULKHEAD TO CONTROL HOUSING. WALL
RECEPTACLE POLARITY CHECK (Gas Models Only — Figure 3).

Figure 3

7

RS3200001 (502992R3)

a WARNING

Rev. 3

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

4. FROM REAR BULKHEAD TO TIMER MOUNTING BRACKET TO DRYER CABINET TOP. TIMER
MOUNTING BRACKET TO GRAPHIC PANEL (Mechanical Timer Model Dryers — Figure 4).

FROM REAR BULKHEAD TO DRYER CABINET TOP TO ELECTRONIC CONTROL TO GRAPHICS
PANEL (Electronic Control Model Dryers — Figure 4).

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RS3200001 (502992R3)

Figure 4

8

a WARNING

Rev. 3

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

a WARNING
To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

IMPORTANT: When reference to direction (right or left) is made in this manual, it is from the operator’s
position facing the front of the dryer.

5. CONTROL HOOD ASSEMBLY

(Figures 5, 6, 7 and 8)

a. Remove three screws holding control hood

assembly to control hood rear panel.

b. Rotate assembly forward to access inner

wiring.

c. Disconnect wiring from inner components and

carefully remove components from control
hood assembly.

NOTE: Refer to appropriate wiring diagram when
rewiring component parts.

d. Rotate control hood assembly forward and lift

to free assembly from hold-down clips.

6. FLUORESCENT LIGHT ASSEMBLY (Models
containing fluorescent light only)

(Figures 6 and 7)

a. Remove three screws holding top cover to

control mounting plate. Rotate top cover
forward to release front edge of top cover
from top edge of diffuser, Figures 5, 6, 7 and

8.

b. Disconnect two wires from rocker switch

(located in diffuser).

c. Disconnect wires at disconnect blocks located

in control mounting plate.

d. Remove two screws holding fluorescent light

to control mounting plate.

e. Lift fluorescent light out of control mounting

plate.

Service Procedures

SECTION II

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7. CONTROL HOOD END CAPS

(Figures 5, 6, 7 and 8)

a. Remove three screws holding control hood

assembly to control hood rear panel.

b. Rotate assembly forward to access inner

wiring.

c. Disconnect wiring from inner components and

carefully remove components from control
hood assembly.

NOTE: Refer to appropriate wiring diagram when
rewiring component parts.

d. Remove two screws holding end cap to end

of mounting plate.

e. Carefully pry end cap from control mounting

plate and control panel.

NOTE: To re-assemble reverse the steps.

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RS3200001 (502992R3)

a WARNING

Rev. 3

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

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8. GRAPHICS PANEL

(Figures 5, 6, 7 and 8)

a. Remove three screws holding control hood

assembly to control hood rear panel.
b. Rotate assembly forward to access inner wiring.
c. Disconnect wiring from inner components and

carefully remove components from control

hood assembly.

NOTE: Refer to appropriate wiring diagram when
rewiring component parts.

d. Remove three screws holding top cover to

mounting plate. Rotate top cover forward to

release front edge of top cover from top edge

of diffuser, Figure 5, 6, 7 and 8.
e. Carefully remove two control knobs and timer

knob by pulling forward.
f. Remove screws holding end caps to mounting

plate and pry caps off mounting plate.
g. With graphics panel facing forward, rotate

control hood assembly forward to access tabs

holding graphics panel.
h. Bend graphics panel tabs until straight and

pull panel away from control mounting plate.

NOTE: To re-assemble reverse the steps.

9. TIMER

(Figures 5, 6 and 8)

a. Remove the three screws holding the control

assembly to the control hood rear panel,

Figures 5, 6 and 8.

b. Rotate assembly forward to access inner wiring.
c. Disconnect wiring from inner components and

carefully remove components from control

hood assembly.

NOTE: Refer to appropriate wiring diagram when
rewiring component parts.

e. Remove two screws holding timer to mounting

plate.
f. Remove knobs.

10.TEMPERATURE SWITCH
(Not included in electronic control models)

(Refer to Figures 5, 6 and 8)
a. Remove three screws holding control hood

assembly to control hood rear panel.

b. Rotate assembly forward to access inner

wiring.

c. Disconnect wiring from inner components and

carefully remove components from control
hood assembly.

NOTE: Refer to appropriate wiring diagram when
rewiring component parts.

d. Remove nut holding temperature switch to

control mounting plate.

e. Remove two screws holding temperature

switch bracket (if separate from temperature
switch) to control mounting plate.

f. Using a needle nose pliers, press in on

locking tabs holding temperature switch to
control mounting plate.

g. With locking tabs pressed in, rotate

temperature switch counterclockwise 1/4 turn
and remove switch out rear of control
mounting plate.

11.SIGNAL CONTROL

(Figures 5, 6 and 8)

a. Remove three screws holding control hood

assembly to control hood rear panel.

b. Rotate assembly forward to access inner

wiring.

d. Disconnect wires to the signal control.

NOTE: Refer to appropriate wiring diagram when
rewiring component parts.

e. Remove signal control knob.
f. Remove two screws holding the signal control

to the control mounting plate.

12.PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD
(Models with Moisture Sensor Only)

a. Remove three screws holding control hood

assembly to control hood rear panel.

b. Rotate assembly forward to access inner

wiring.

c. Pull printed circuit board forward to slide off

plastic support pegs.

13.ELECTRONIC CONTROL

(Figure 7)

RS3200001 (502992R3)

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a WARNING

Rev. 3

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

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GRAPHIC PANEL, CONTROL HOOD AND CONTROLS

(Models LE7111*M, LG8111*M, LE8317*2, LG8319*2, LE4317*2, LE8407*2, LE8567*2,

LE8517*2, LG4319*2, LG8409*2, LG8459*2, LG8569*2, LG8519*2, CE4317*2,

CE8407*2, CE8517*2, CG8409*2, LE7111*B, LG8111*B and LE8457*2)

* Is for the color designator, “L” indicates ALMOND and “W” indicates WHITE color.

Figure 5

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RS3200001 (502992R3)

a WARNING

Rev. 3

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

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GRAPHIC PANEL, CONTROL HOOD AND CONTROLS

* Is for the color designator, “L” indicates ALMOND and “W” indicates WHITE color.

RS3200001 (502992R3)

(Models LE7163*M and LG8163*M)

Figure 6

12

a WARNING

Rev. 3

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

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GRAPHIC PANEL, CONTROL HOOD AND CONTROLS

(Models LE9207*2, LG9209*2 and CE9207*2)

* Is for the color designator, “L” indicates ALMOND and “W” indicates WHITE color.

Figure 7

13

RS3200001 (502992R3)

a WARNING

Rev. 3

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

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GRAPHIC PANEL, CONTROL HOOD AND CONTROLS

(Models LE8207*3, LG8209*3, LE8207*2, LG8209*2, L34217*2, LG4219*2, LE8217*2, LG8219*2,

LE8107*2, LG8109*2 LE4207*2, LE8607*2, LG4209*2, LG8609*2, LE7101*B, LG8101*B, LE7121*M,

LG8121*M, LE7153*M, LE7153*B, LG8153*M and LG8153*B)

* Is for the color designator, “L” indicates ALMOND and “W” indicates WHITE color.

RS3200001 (502992R3)

Figure 8

14

a WARNING

Rev. 3

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

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14.LINT FILTER (Figure 9)

a. Open loading door.
b. Remove lint filter screws.
c. Lift lint filter cover out of lint filter.
d. Lift lint filter out of air duct.

a WARNING
When installing lint filter, be sure to

install the filter with the word “FRONT”
facing the front of the dryer. If filter
is installed backwards, lint will
accumulate in exhaust system,
increasing the risk of fire and machine
malfunction.

Figure 9

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a WARNING

Rev. 3

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

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15.INNER AND OUTER DOOR PANELS AND
DOOR PULL

IMPORTANT: Do not over-tighten screws when
reinstalling door pull.

a. Remove four screws holding door assembly to

hinges, Figure 9.

b. Remove screw from door pull, Figure 11, and

the remaining screws around the door
perimeter and separate panels, Figure 11.

16.LOADING DOOR

a. Open loading door.
b. Remove screws holding loading door to

hinges, Figure 9.

NOTE: All screws are interchangeable except for
the screw in the recessed door pull.

REVERSING DOOR PROCEDURE

The door on this dryer is completely reversible. To reverse door proceed as follows:

Figure 10

Figure 12

RS3200001 (502992R3)

Figure 11

Figure 13

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a WARNING

Rev. 3

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

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Figure 14

Figure 16

Figure 15

Figure 17

Figure 18

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a WARNING

Rev. 3

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

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RS3200001 (502992R3)

Figure 19

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a WARNING

Rev. 3

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

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17.DOOR STRIKE

a. Open loading door.
b. Remove screw holding door strike and

bracket to loading door, Figure 19, and
remove strike and bracket.

NOTE: You may have to loosen the two screws
on end of door to allow for striker and bracket
removal.

18.DOOR SEAL

a. Open loading door.
b. Grasp either end of door seal at bottom of

door and remove seal from tabs on inner door
panel by gently pulling on the seal, Figure 20.

NOTE: When replacing seal, be sure seal is not
stretched or distorted and the groove in the seal
is installed on each tab on inner door panel,
Figure 20, and the split in the seal is at the
bottom of the door.

Figure 20

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a WARNING

Rev. 3

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

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19.FRONT PANEL AND PANEL SEAL

a. While supporting the lower access panel,

remove two screws from bottom edge of lower
access panel, Figure 22.

b. Gently lower the access panel to disengage

guide lugs from bottom edge of front panel.

c. Remove two screws holding bottom tabs on

front panel to dryer side panels, Figure 22.
Swing bottom of front panel away from dryer
far enough to disengage hold-down clips and
guide lugs from cabinet top.

d. Disconnect wires from door switch, Figure 21.

NOTE: Refer to appropriate wiring diagram when
rewiring switch.

e. Remove front panel seal from flange around

inside of door opening, Figure 22.

NOTE: Be sure seal is properly positioned when
installing on front panel.

20.DOOR SWITCH

a. While supporting the lower access panel,

remove two screws from bottom edge of lower
access panel, Figure 22.

b. Gently lower the access panel to disengage

guide lugs from bottom edge of front panel.

c. Remove two screws holding tabs on front

panel to dryer side panels, Figure 22. Swing
bottom of front panel away from dryer far
enough to disengage hold-down clips and
guide lugs from cabinet top.

d. Disconnect wires from door switch, Figure 21.

NOTE: Refer to appropriate wiring diagram when
rewiring switch.

e. Depress tabs on top and bottom of switch and

push out of front panel, Figure 21.

21.STRIKE CATCH

a. While supporting the lower access panel,

remove two screws from bottom edge of lower
access panel, Figure 22.

b. Gently lower the access panel to disengage

guide lugs from bottom edge of front panel.

c. Remove two screws holding bottom tabs on

front panel to dryer side panels, Figure 22.
Swing bottom of front panel away from dryer
far enough to disengage hold-down clips and
guide lugs from cabinet top.

d. Disconnect wires from door switch, Figure 21.

Figure 21

RS3200001 (502992R3)

NOTE: Refer to appropriate wiring diagram when
rewiring switch.

e. Depress tabs on top and bottom of catch and

push out of front panel, Figure 21.

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a WARNING

Rev. 3

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

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Figure 22

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a WARNING

Rev. 3

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

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22.DOOR HINGE

a. Open loading door and, while supporting door,

remove four screws holding door assembly to
hinges, Figure 23.

b. Remove four screws holding hinges to front

panel, Figure 23.

23.HOLD-DOWN CLIPS AND GUIDE LUGS

a. While supporting the lower access panel,

remove two screws from bottom edge of lower
access panel, Figure 22.

b. Gently lower the access panel to disengage

guide lugs from bottom edge of front panel.

c. Remove two screws holding bottom tabs on

front panel to dryer side panels, Figure 22.
Swing bottom edge of front panel away from
dryer far enough to disengage hold-down clips
and guide lugs from cabinet top.

d. Disconnect wires from door switch, Figure 21.

NOTE: Refer to appropriate wiring diagram when
rewiring switch.

e. Compress hold-down clips and remove from

slot in top flange of access panel or front
panel.

f. Remove four screws holding four guide lugs

to access panel or front panel, Figure 22.

RS3200001 (502992R3)

Figure 23

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a WARNING

Rev. 3

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

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24.BURNER SYSTEM COMPONENTS - Gas
Models

a. Complete Gas Valve Assembly.

(1)While supporting the lower access panel,

remove two screws from bottom edge of
lower access panel, Figure 22.

(2)Gently lower the access panel to

disengage guide lugs from bottom edge of
front panel.

(3)Close gas shut-off valve, disconnect igniter

wires at disconnect blocks, sensor wires
from flame sensor terminals, and wires
from gas valve coils at the quick
disconnect blocks, Figure 24.

(4)Disconnect gas shut-off valve from gas

valve at the union nut, Figure 24.

(5)Remove three screws holding valve and

mounting bracket to base, Figure 24.

(6)Lift gas valve and mounting bracket from

base, Figure 24.

NOTE: The holding and booster coil, and
secondary coil can be replaced individually.

b. Burner Tube, Igniter and Bracket

NOTE: Burner tube and igniter can be removed
without removing gas valve and bracket.

Figure 24

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a WARNING

Rev. 3

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

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(1)Remove one screw from right side of

burner housing holding burner tube in
place, Figure 26.

(2)Gently move burner tube toward rear of

dryer to disengage tab from slot on left
side of burner housing, Figure 24.

(3)Carefully rotate burner tube and igniter

counterclockwise so tab is at 8 o’clock
position.

(4)Move air shutter end of burner tube slightly

to right and CAREFULLY remove burner
tube and igniter assembly out through front
of dryer.

(5)Remove screw holding igniter and bracket

to burner tube and remove igniter and
bracket, Figure 25.

IMPORTANT: Use care while removing igniter to
avoid damaging or breaking it. The igniter is
very fragile.

IMPORTANT: Handle igniter by grasping the
white ceramic portion of bracket only. DO NOT
handle silicon carbide portion of igniter with
hands or allow any oil, grease or other foreign
material to contaminate it. Oil, grease and other
impurities or hairline cracks will cause the
igniter to burn out.

c. Flame Sensor, Figure 24.

(1)While supporting the lower access panel,

remove two screws from bottom edge of
lower access panel, Figure 22.

(2)Gently lower the access panel to

disengage guide lugs from bottom edge of
front panel.

(3)Remove wires from sensor terminals,

Figure 24.

(4)Remove screw holding sensor to burner

housing, Figure 24.

RS3200001 (502992R3)

Figure 25

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a WARNING

Rev. 3

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

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25.BURNER HOUSING AND HEAT SHROUD

a. While supporting the lower access panel,

remove two screws from bottom edge of lower
access panel, Figure 22.

b. Gently lower the access panel to disengage

guide lugs from bottom edge of front panel.

c. Disconnect igniter wires at disconnect blocks,

sensor wires from flame sensor terminals, and
wires from gas valve coils at the quick
disconnect blocks, Figure 24.

d. Remove screw from right side of burner

housing, while holding burner tube in place,

Figure 26.

e. Gently move burner tube toward rear of dryer

to disengage tab from slot on left side of
burner housing, Figure 24.

f. Carefully rotate burner tube and igniter

counterclockwise so tab is at 8 o’clock
position.

g. Move air shutter end of burner tube slightly to

right and CAREFULLY remove burner tube
and igniter assembly out through front of
dryer.

IMPORTANT: The igniter is very fragile. Be
careful not to damage it during removal.

h. Remove screw holding burner housing to heat

shroud, Figure 24.

i. Remove screw holding front of burner housing

to dryer base and remove housing out
through front of dryer, Figure 26.

j. Remove two screws holding shroud to heater

box and take shroud out through front of
dryer.

26.LIMIT THERMOSTAT

a. While supporting the lower access panel,

remove two screws from bottom edge of lower
access panel, Figure 22.

b. Gently lower the access panel to disengage

guide lugs from bottom edge of front panel.

c. Disconnect wires and remove screws

attaching limit thermostat to burner housing or
element plate, Figure 26.

27.HEATING ELEMENT

a. While supporting the lower access panel,

remove two screws from bottom edge of lower
access panel, Figure 22.

b. Gently lower the access panel to disengage

guide lugs from bottom edge of front panel.

c. Remove two screws holding element and

plate to heater box and pull element down
and away from heater box, Figure 26.

d. Disconnect wires from element and plate,

Figure 26.

e. Remove screws holding thermostat and

thermal fuse to element and plate, Figure 26.

NOTE: When reassembling, be sure all wire
connectors are tight on element terminals,
thermal fuse and limit thermostat.

Figure 26

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a WARNING

Rev. 3

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

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28.THERMISTOR OR THERMOSTAT AND
HEATER

a. While supporting the lower access panel,

remove two screws from bottom edge of lower
access panel, Figure 22.

b. Gently lower the access panel to disengage

guide lugs from bottom edge of front panel.

c. Disconnect wires and remove thermostat

attaching screws, Figure 27, and remove
thermostat and heater.

29.FRONT AIR DUCT

a. While supporting the lower access panel,

remove two screws from bottom edge of lower
access panel, Figure 22.

b. Gently lower the access panel to disengage

guide lugs from bottom edge of front panel.

c. Open loading door, remove lint filter screws

and lift filter out of bulkhead, Figure 9.

IMPORTANT: When installing lint filter, be sure
to install the filter with the word “FRONT” facing
the front of the dryer. If filter is installed
backwards, lint will accumulate in exhaust
system, causing fire and machine malfunction.

d. Remove two screws holding duct to front

bulkhead and remove air duct, Figure 28.

a WARNING
To reduce the risk of serious injury or

death by carbon monoxide and other
gases in gas dryers, carefully read and
follow all instructions given in this
section.

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IMPORTANT: When reassembling, be sure felt
seal on exhaust fan cover makes airtight seal on
flange of duct, Figure 27. If the seal is installed
improperly, the airflow through the exhaust
system will be restricted which can adversely
affect dryer performance.

Figure 27

RS3200001 (502992R3)

Figure 28

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a WARNING

Rev. 3

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

IMPORTANT: When reassembling, be sure felt
seal on exhaust fan cover makes airtight seal on
flange of duct, Figure 27. If the seal is installed
improperly, the airflow through the exhaust
system will be restricted which can adversely
affect dryer performance.

e. Disconnect wires from thermostat/thermistor

and heater, Figure 26.

NOTE: Refer to appropriate wiring diagram when
rewiring thermostat and heater.

f. Remove cylinder belt from idler and motor

pulleys, Figure 30.

g. Disengage motor wire harness terminal block

from motor switch by pressing in on the
movable locking tabs (located on each end of
the terminal block) and pulling away from
motor, Figure 33.

h. Remove two screws holding motor mounting

bracket to dryer base, Figure 29.

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Figure 29

30.MOTOR AND EXHAUST ASSEMBLY

a. While supporting the lower access panel,

remove two screws from bottom edge of lower
access panel, Figure 22.

b. Gently lower the access panel to disengage

guide lugs from bottom edge of front panel.

c. Open loading door, remove lint filter screws

and lift filter out of bulkhead, Figure 9.

a WARNING
When installing lint filter, be sure to

install the filter with the word “FRONT”
facing the front of the dryer. If filter
is installed backwards, lint will
accumulate in exhaust system,
increasing the risk of fire and machine
malfunction.

d. Remove screws holding air duct to front

bulkhead and remove air duct, Figure 28.

a WARNING
To reduce the risk of serious injury or

death by carbon monoxide and other
gases in gas dryers, carefully read and
follow all instructions given in this
section.

Figure 30

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a WARNING

Rev. 3

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

a WARNING
To reduce the risk of serious injury or

death by carbon monoxide and other
gases in gas dryers, carefully read and
follow all instructions given in this
section.

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IMPORTANT: When reassembling, be sure felt
seal on exhaust fan cover makes airtight seal on
flange of duct, Figure 27. If the seal is installed
improperly, the airflow through the exhaust
system will be restricted which can adversely
affect dryer performance.

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IMPORTANT: When reinstalling motor and
exhaust assembly, be sure wire harness on right
side is clipped to motor mounting bracket and is
routed along dryer base (between motor
mounting bracket and right side of cabinet),
Figure 28. Tab on rear of motor mounting
bracket must be slid into slot in dryer base. Be
sure the belt has been installed on the correct
side of the idler lever, Figure 30.

Figure 31

i. Pull assembly forward and disengage the

middle exhaust duct.

j. Rotate the assembly 90O counterclockwise

and slide out of machine.

k. Motor pulley and idler pulley assemblies.

Figure 32

NOTE: Unthread motor pulley from motor shaft
(left hand thread).

NOTE: When repairing or replacing the idler arm,
it is important to make sure the idler arm moves
freely. To ensure that the idler arm can move
freely, proceed as follows:

(1)Unhook idler spring.
(2)Lift idler arm approximately 3 inches and

release. If idler arm does not fall back to
the base of the motor mount, then idler

arm bolt is too tight.
(3)Loosen idler arm bolt 1/4 turn.
(4)Add grease between idler arm and motor

mount.
(5)If condition persists, replace idler arm and

bolt.

l. Impeller and housing.

(1)Remove screws holding cover to housing,

Figure 29.

(2)Hold motor pulley securely and unthread

impeller from motor shaft (right hand

thread). Use a 7/8 inch, 6 point socket to

aid in the removal of the impeller.
(3)Remove three screws holding the exhaust

housing to the motor mounting bracket,

Figure 32.

Refer to Figure 31 for motor and idler pulley
removal.

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a WARNING

Rev. 3

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

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m. Motor.

(1)Disengage motor wire harness terminal

block from the motor by pressing in on the
movable locking tabs (located on each side
of the terminal block) and pulling away
from motor, Figure 33.

IMPORTANT: To avoid an open circuit, DO NOT
pull on the terminal block wires when removing
blocks from motor as this could damage the
wires or terminal crimping.

Before attaching wire harness terminal block to
motor, be sure all the male terminals on motor are
straight and are capable of accepting the terminals
from the wire harness terminal block.

(2)Disconnect ground wire from motor,

Figure 31.

(3)Pry two motor clamps off motor mounting

bracket with screwdriver, Figure 31, then

lift motor out of mounting bracket.

NOTE: When replacing motor, motor switch
location should be at 10 o’clock position with
the positioning tab on the motor engaged with
the anti-rotating notch in the motor bracket.

Figure 33

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Figure 34

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a WARNING

Rev. 3

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

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31.CABINET TOP

a. While supporting the lower access panel,

remove two screws from bottom edge of lower
access panel, Figure 22.

b. Gently lower the access panel to disengage

guide lugs from bottom edge of front panel.

c. Remove two screws holding bottom tabs on

front panel to dryer side panels, Figure 22.
Swing bottom of front panel away from dryer
far enough to disengage hold-down clips and
guide lugs from cabinet top.

d. Disconnect wires from door switch, Figure 21.

NOTE: Refer to appropriate wiring diagram when
rewiring switch.

e. Remove two cabinet top hold-down screws,

Figure 35.

f. Lift cabinet top to a vertical position by

hinging it on the rear top hinges, Figure 35.

NOTE: Cabinet top may be raised and hinged on
the rear hold-down hinges or supported against
wall behind dryer while servicing.

g. Carefully withdraw wire harness through hole

in cabinet top and lift the top off the top
hinges, Figure 35.

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Figure 35

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a WARNING

Rev. 3

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

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32.CYLINDER LIGHT (Figure 36)

a. Open loading door and remove screws

holding the lens to the front bulkhead.

b. Turn the bulb counterclockwise and twist out

of light receptacle.

33.CYLINDER LIGHT RECEPTACLE (Figure 36)

a. While supporting the lower access panel,

remove two screws from bottom edge of lower
access panel, Figure 22.

b. Gently lower the access panel to disengage

guide lugs from bottom edge of front panel.

c. Disconnect wires from door switch, Figure 21.
d. Open loading door and remove screws

holding the lens to the front bulkhead,

Figure 36.

e. Disconnect wires from light receptacle

terminals.

NOTE: Refer to appropriate wiring diagram when
rewiring switch.

f. Remove two screws holding receptacle to

front bulkhead, Figure 36.

g. Lift light receptacle out of front bulkhead.

Figure 36

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a WARNING

Rev. 3

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

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34.FRONT BULKHEAD ASSEMBLY

a. While supporting the lower access panel,

remove two screws from bottom edge of lower
access panel, Figure 22.

b. Gently lower the access panel to disengage

guide lugs from bottom edge of front panel.

c. Remove two screws holding bottom tabs on

front panel to dryer side panels, Figure 22.
Swing bottom of front panel away from dryer
far enough to disengage hold-down clips and
guide lugs from cabinet top.

d. Disconnect wires from door switch, Figure 21.

NOTE: Refer to appropriate wiring diagram when
rewiring switch.

e. Disconnect wires to cylinder light (if

applicable).

f. Disconnect wires from moisture sensor (if

applicable).

g. Disengage belt from motor and idler pulleys,

Figure 30.

h. Remove four screws holding bulkhead to front

flange of cabinet and lift complete bulkhead
assembly out of slots in cabinet, Figure 37.

a WARNING
To reduce the risk of serious injury or

death by carbon monoxide and other
gases in gas dryers, carefully read and
follow all instructions given in this
section.

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IMPORTANT: When reassembling, be sure felt
seal on exhaust fan cover makes airtight seal on
flange of duct, Figure 27. If the seal is installed
improperly, the airflow through the exhaust
system will be restricted which can adversely
affect dryer performance.

i. Cylinder Glides and Glide Bracket (Refer to

Figure 38.)
(1)Unsnap glide from each glide bracket.
(2)Remove two screws holding glide bracket

to front bulkhead.

Figure 37

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Figure 38

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a WARNING

Rev. 3

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

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j. Front Cylinder Seal (Figure 39)

When installing the cylinder seal, it is
important to remember these two important
steps:
(1)The stitching on the seal must face

towards the dryer center, Figure 39.

(2)The short flap, Figure 39, must be glued to

the bulkhead and the long flap left loose.

IMPORTANT: The replacement seal can be
adhered to the bulkhead using No. 22506P
Sealant. This is accomplished by applying a
bead of sealant around the entire flanged area
where the felt seal contacts the bulkhead.

35.MOISTURE SENSOR

a. While supporting the lower access panel,

remove two screws from bottom edge of lower
access panel, Figure 22.

b. Gently lower the access panel to disengage

guide lugs from bottom edge of front panel.

c. Remove two screws holding bottom tabs on

front panel to dryer side panels, Figure 22.
Swing bottom of front panel away from dryer
far enough to disengage hold-down clips and

guide lugs from cabinet top.
d. Disconnect wires from door switch, Figure 21.
e. Open loading door, remove lint filter screws

and lift lint filter out of bulkhead, Figure 9.

Figure 39

IMPORTANT: When reassembling, be sure felt
seal on exhaust fan cover makes airtight seal on
flange of duct, Figure 27. If the seal is installed
improperly, the airflow through the exhaust
system will be restricted which can adversely
affect dryer performance.

NOTE: For test procedures, refer to SECTION
VIII.

a WARNING
When installing lint filter, be sure to

install the filter with the word “FRONT”
facing the front of the dryer. If filter is
installed backwards, lint will
accumulate in exhaust system, causing
fire and machine malfunction.

f. Remove two screws holding duct to front

bulkhead and remove air duct, Figure 37

a WARNING
To reduce the risk of serious injury or

death by carbon monoxide and other
gases in gas dryers, carefully read and
follow all instructions given in this
section.

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g. Disconnect two wires connected to the

moisture sensor, Figure 40.

h. Using a pliers, pinch in the locking tabs on the

moisture sensor bar and push the sensor bars
out of the mounting bracket.

i. Remove the screw (located inside lower front

bulkhead) holding moisture sensor mounting
bracket to bulkhead, Figure 40.

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a WARNING

Rev. 3

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

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36.CYLINDER BELT

a. While supporting the lower access panel,

remove two screws from bottom edge of lower

access panel, Figure 22.
b. Gently lower the access panel to disengage

guide lugs from bottom edge of front panel.
c. Remove two screws holding bottom tabs on

front panel to dryer side panels, Figure 22.

Swing bottom of front panel away from dryer

far enough to disengage hold-down clips and

guide lugs from cabinet top.
d. Disconnect wires from door switch, Figure 21.

NOTE: Refer to appropriate wiring diagram when
rewiring switch.

e. Disengage belt from motor and idler pulleys,

Figure 30.

f. Remove four screws holding bulkhead to front

flange of cabinet. Then, lift complete bulkhead

assembly out of slots in cabinet, Figure 37.

Figure 40

IMPORTANT: When reassembling, be sure felt
seal on exhaust fan cover makes airtight seal on
flange of duct, Figure 27. If the seal is installed
improperly, the airflow through the exhaust
system will be restricted which can adversely
affect dryer performance.

NOTE: When installing belt, be sure belt is
properly installed on motor and idler pulleys,
and is on the correct side of the idler lever,
Figure 30. Belt must be positioned around
cylinder between center and rear baffle screws
with the ribbed surface against the cylinder.
After installing belt, manually rotate cylinder
counterclockwise to check that belt is properly
aligned.

D181SE3A

a WARNING
To reduce the risk of serious injury or

death by carbon monoxide and other
gases in gas dryers, carefully read and
follow all instructions given in this
section.

g. While supporting cylinder, carefully remove

belt off cylinder.

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a WARNING

Rev. 3

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

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37.CYLINDER ASSEMBLY

a. While supporting the lower access panel,

remove two screws from bottom edge of lower

access panel, Figure 22.
b. Gently lower the access panel to disengage

guide lugs from bottom edge of front panel.
c. Remove two screws holding bottom tabs on

front panel to dryer side panels, Figure 22.

Swing bottom of front panel away from dryer

far enough to disengage hold-down clips and

guide lugs from cabinet top.
d. Disconnect wires from door switch, Figure 21.

NOTE: Refer to appropriate wiring diagram when
rewiring switch.

e. Disengage belt from motor and idler pulleys,

Figure 30.

NOTE: When reinstalling belt, be sure belt is
properly installed on motor and idler pulleys,
and is on the correct side of the idler lever,
Figure 30. Belt must be positioned around
cylinder between center and rear baffle screws
with the ribbed surface against the cylinder.
After installing belt, manually rotate cylinder
counterclockwise to check that belt is properly
aligned.

IMPORTANT: When reassembling, be sure felt
seal on exhaust fan cover makes airtight seal on
flange of duct, Figure 27. If the seal is installed
improperly, the airflow through the exhaust
system will be restricted which can adversely
affect dryer performance.

g. Loosen two cabinet top hold-down screws,

Figure 37.

h. Manually rotate cylinder until one of the

baffles is at the 6 o’clock position and
carefully remove cylinder out through front of
dryer.

i. Baffles - Remove screws holding baffles to

cylinder, Figure 41

f. Remove four screws holding bulkhead to front

flange of cabinet. Then lift complete bulkhead

assembly out of slots in cabinet, Figure 37.

a WARNING
To reduce the risk of serious injury or

death by carbon monoxide and other
gases in gas dryers, carefully read and
follow all instructions given in this
section.

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Figure 41

RS3200001 (502992R3)

a WARNING

Rev. 3

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

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38.REAR SEAL

a. While supporting the lower access panel,

remove two screws from bottom edge of lower

access panel, Figure 22.
b. Gently lower the access panel to disengage

guide lugs from bottom edge of front panel.
c. Remove two screws holding bottom tabs on

front panel to dryer side panels, Figure 22.

Swing bottom of front panel away from dryer

far enough to disengage hold-down clips and

guide lugs from cabinet top.
d. Disconnect wires from door switch, Figure 21.

NOTE: Refer to appropriate wiring diagram when
rewiring switch.

e. Remove two cabinet top hold-down screws,

Figure 35.

f. Lift cabinet top to a vertical position by

hinging it on the rear hold-down hinges,

Figure 35.

NOTE: Cabinet top may be raised and hinged on
the rear hold-down hinges, or supported against
a wall behind the dryer.

g. Disengage belt from motor and idler pulleys,

Figure 31.

NOTE: When reinstalling belt, be sure belt is
properly installed on motor and idler pulleys and
is on the correct side of the idler lever,
Figure 30. Belt must be positioned between
center and rear baffle screws with the ribbed
surface against the cylinder. After installing belt,
manually rotate cylinder counterclockwise to
check that belt is properly aligned.

h. Remove four screws holding bulkhead to front

flange of cabinet. Then, lift complete bulkhead
assembly out of slots in cabinet, Figure 37.

a WARNING
To reduce the risk of serious injury or

death by carbon monoxide and other
gases in gas dryers, carefully read and
follow all instructions given in this
section.

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IMPORTANT: When reassembling, be sure felt
seal on exhaust fan cover makes airtight seal on
flange of duct, Figure 27. If the seal is installed
improperly, the airflow through the exhaust
system will be restricted which can adversely
affect dryer performance.

i. Manually rotate cylinder until one of the

baffles is at the 6 o’clock position and
carefully remove cylinder out through front of
dryer.

j. Pull rear cylinder seal from flanged edge of

bulkhead, Figure 42.

NOTE: When installing the cylinder seal, it is
important to remember these two important
steps:
(1) The stitching on the seal must face towards

the dryer center, Figure 39.

(2) The short flap, Figure 39, must be glued to

the bulkhead and the long flap left loose.

IMPORTANT: The seal can be adhered to the
bulkhead using replacement sealant No. 22506P.
This is accomplished by applying a bead of
sealant around the entire flanged area where the
felt seal contacts the bulkhead.

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a WARNING

Rev. 3

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

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Rear Bulkhead

Figure 42

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RS3200001 (502992R3)

a WARNING

Rev. 3

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

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39.CYLINDER ROLLERS

a. While supporting the lower access panel,

remove two screws from bottom edge of lower

access panel, Figure 22.
b. Gently lower the access panel to disengage

guide lugs from bottom edge of front panel.
c. Remove two screws holding bottom tabs on

front panel to dryer side panels, Figure 22.

Swing bottom of front panel away from dryer

far enough to disengage hold-down clips and

guide lugs from cabinet top.
d. Disconnect wires from door switch, Figure 21.

NOTE: Refer to appropriate wiring diagram when
rewiring switch.

e. Disengage belt from motor and idler pulleys,

Figure 30.

f. Remove four screws holding bulkhead to front

flange of cabinet. Then lift complete bulkhead

assembly out of slots in cabinet, Figure 37.

a WARNING
To reduce the risk of serious injury or

death by carbon monoxide and other
gases in gas dryers, carefully read and
follow all instructions given in this
section.

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IMPORTANT: When reassembling, be sure felt
seal on exhaust fan cover makes airtight seal on
flange of duct, Figure 27. If the seal is installed
improperly, the airflow through the exhaust
system will be restricted which can adversely
affect dryer performance.

g. Pull cylinder forward allowing rear of cylinder

to drop down exposing rollers, Figure 43.

h. Refer to Figure 43 for removal of roller from

bulkhead.

NOTE: When replacing the cylinder roller, it is
important that cylinder roller is installed with the
flanged surface of the roller bearing facing
towards the front of the dryer.

46.OUTLET COVER
NOTE: Outlet Cover is not removable from the

Heater Box Assembly that originally came with
the dryer. It is only removable from the
replacement Heater Box Assembly, Part No.
500179P.

a. Open door and remove two screws holding

outlet cover to rear bulkhead, Figure 42. (If
present)

RS3200001 (502992R3)

Figure 43

38

a WARNING

Rev. 3

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

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41.REAR BULKHEAD AND HEATER BOX

a. While supporting the lower access panel,

remove two screws from bottom edge of lower

access panel, Figure 22.
b. Gently lower the access panel to disengage

guide lugs from bottom edge of front panel.
c. Remove two screws from bottom tabs on front

panel to dryer side panels, Figure 22. Swing

bottom of front panel away from dryer far

enough to disengage hold-down clips and

guide lugs from cabinet top.
d. Disconnect wires from door switch, Figure 21.

NOTE: Refer to appropriate wiring diagram when
rewiring switch.

e. Disengage belt from motor and idler pulleys,

Figure 30.

NOTE: When reinstalling belt, be sure belt is
properly installed on motor and idler pulleys and
is on the correct side of the idler lever,
Figure 30. Belt must be positioned around
cylinder between center and rear baffle screws
with the ribbed surface against the cylinder.
After installing belt, manually rotate cylinder
counterclockwise to check that belt is properly
aligned.

f. Remove four screws holding bulkhead to front

flange of cabinet. Then lift complete bulkhead

assembly out of slots in cabinet, Figure 37.

a WARNING
To reduce the risk of serious injury or

death by carbon monoxide and other
gases in gas dryers, carefully read and
follow all instructions given in this
section.

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IMPORTANT: When reassembling, be sure felt
seal on exhaust fan cover makes airtight seal on
flange of duct, Figure 27. If the seal is installed
improperly, the airflow through the exhaust
system will be restricted which can adversely
affect dryer performance.

g. Loosen two cabinet top hold-down screws,

Figure 35.

h. Manually rotate cylinder until one of the

baffles is at the 6 o’clock position and
carefully remove cylinder out through front of
dryer.

i. Gas Models:

(1)Disconnect igniter wires at disconnect

blocks, sensor wires from flame sensor
terminals, and wires from gas valve coils at
the quick disconnect blocks, Figure 24.

(2)Remove screw from right side of burner

housing, while holding burner tube in
place, Figure 26.

(3)Gently move burner tube toward rear of

dryer to disengage tab from slot on left
side of burner housing, Figure 24.

(4)Carefully rotate burner tube and igniter

counterclockwise so tab is at 8 o’clock
position.

(5)Move air shutter end of burner tube slightly

to right and CAREFULLY remove burner
tube and igniter assembly out through front
of dryer.

IMPORTANT: The igniter is very fragile. Be
careful not to damage it during removal.

(6)Remove screw holding burner housing to

heat shroud, Figure 24.

(7)Remove screw holding front of burner

housing to dryer base and remove housing
out through front of dryer, Figure 26.

(8)Remove four screws holding shroud to

heater box, Figure 24, and remove shroud
out through front of dryer.

j. Electric Models:

Remove two screws holding element and
plate to heater box, then pull element down
and away from heater box, Figure 26.

k. Remove screw holding heat shield to dryer

base, Figure 42.

l. While supporting bulkhead, remove the four

screws holding rear bulkhead to dryer cabinet,
Figure 42, then lift complete assembly out of
dryer.

m. To remove heat shield from heater box,

remove two screws holding heat shield to
heater box, Figure 42.

n. To remove heater box from rear bulkhead,

refer to Figure 44.

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RS3200001 (502992R3)

a WARNING

Rev. 3

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

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RS3200001 (502992R3)

Rear Bulkhead

Figure 44

40

a WARNING

Rev. 3

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

42.TERMINAL BLOCK OR POWER CORD

(5)Remove two cabinet hold-down screws,

a. Terminal Block:

(1)While supporting the lower access panel,

remove two screws from bottom edge of
lower access panel, Figure 22.

Figure 35.

(6)Lift cabinet top to a vertical position by

hinging it on the rear hold-down brackets,

Figure 35.

(2)Gently lower the access panel to

disengage guide lugs from bottom edge of
front panel.

(3)Remove two screws holding bottom tabs

on front panel to dryer side panels, Figure

NOTE: When servicing, cabinet top may be
raised and hinged on the rear hold-down
brackets, or supported against wall behind the
dryer.

22. Swing bottom of front panel away from
dryer far enough to disengage hold-down
clips and guide lugs from cabinet top.

(4)Disconnect wires from door switch,

Figure 21.

(7)Remove all wires from terminal block.

(Refer to appropriate wiring diagram when
rewiring terminal block).

(8)Remove screw holding terminal block to

rear bulkhead, Figure 45.

NOTE: Refer to appropriate wiring diagram when
rewiring switch.

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Figure 45

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RS3200001 (502992R3)

a WARNING

Rev. 3

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

b. Power Cord:

(1)Remove access plate on rear of cabinet.

(2)Remove strain relief.

(3)Remove screw holding power cord ground

wire to rear bulkhead, Figure 46.

NOTE: Reinstall screw and ground wires into
same hole in bulkhead when reinstalling power
cord.

(4)Disconnect molex plug and remove power

cord from rear of dryer cabinet.

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Figure 46

42

a WARNING

Rev. 3

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

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43.TERMINAL BLOCK TERMINALS

Remove terminals from the plastic connector block
using No. 283P4 Terminal Extractor Tool as follows:

a. Insert the tool into the plastic connector block

on the back of the terminal being removed,

Figure 34.

b. Apply tool pressure to compress the terminal

locking tab on terminal and force the terminal

out back side of plastic connector block,

Figure 34.

To install terminal in plastic connector block, insert
terminal (with wire securely crimped in place) into
back side of plastic connector block. Push terminal
into plastic connector block until locking tab on
terminal spreads and holds terminal in place.

44.CABINET

a. Remove the three screws holding the control

assembly to the control hood rear panel,

Figures 5, 6, 7 and 8.

b. Rotate the assembly forward to access inner

wiring.
c. Disconnect wiring from inner components and

carefully remove components from control

hood assembly.

NOTE: Refer to appropriate wiring diagram when
rewiring component parts.

d. Rotate control hood assembly forward and lift

to free assembly from hold-down clips.
e. Remove two screws from bottom edge of

lower front access panel, Figure 22.
f. Swing bottom of panel away from dryer to

disengage hold-down clips and guide lugs

from bottom edge of front panel.

g. Remove two screws holding bottom tabs on

front panel to dryer side panels, Figure 22.
Swing bottom of front panel away from dryer
far enough to disengage hold-down clips and
guide lugs from cabinet top.

h. Disconnect wires from door switch, Figure 21.

NOTE: Refer to appropriate wiring diagram when
rewiring switch.

i. Remove two cabinet top hold-down screws,

Figure 35.

j. Lift cabinet top to a vertical position by

hinging it on the rear hold-down brackets,

Figure 35.

NOTE: Cabinet top may be raised and hinged on
the rear hold-down hinges or supported against
wall behind dryer while servicing.

k. Carefully withdraw wire harness through hole

in cabinet top and lift the top off the hold­down hinges with timer case attached, Figure

35.

l. Disengage belt from motor and idler pulleys,

Figure 30.

NOTE: When reinstalling belt, be sure belt is
properly installed on motor and idler pulleys and
is on the correct side of the idler lever,
Figure 30. Belt must be positioned around
cylinder between center and rear baffle screws
with the ribbed surface against the cylinder.
After installing belt, manually rotate cylinder
counterclockwise to check that belt is properly
aligned.

m. Remove four screws holding bulkhead to front

flange of cabinet and lift complete bulkhead
assembly out of slots in cabinet, Figure 37.

n. Manually rotate cylinder until one of the

baffles is at the 6 o’clock position and
carefully remove cylinder out through front of
dryer.

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RS3200001 (502992R3)

a WARNING

Rev. 3

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

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o. Gas Models:

(1)Disconnect igniter wires at disconnect

blocks, sensor wires from flame sensor
terminals, and wires from gas valve coils at
the quick disconnect blocks, Figure 24.

(2)Remove screw from right side of burner

housing holding burner tube in place,

Figure 26.

(3)Gently move burner tube toward rear of

dryer to disengage tab from slot on left
side of burner housing, Figure 24.

(4)Carefully rotate burner tube and igniter

counterclockwise so tab is at 8 o’clock
position.

(5)Move air shutter end of burner tube slightly

to right and CAREFULLY remove burner
tube and igniter assembly out through front
of dryer.

IMPORTANT: The igniter is very fragile. Be
careful not to damage it during removal.

(6)Remove screw holding burner housing to

heat shroud, Figure 24.

(7)Remove screw holding front of burner

housing to dryer base and remove housing
out through front of dryer, Figure 24.

(8)Remove four screws holding shroud to

heater box, Figure 24, and remove shroud
out through front of dryer.

p. Electric Models:

Remove two screws holding element and
plate to heater box, then pull element down
and away from heater box, Figure 26.

q. Remove screw holding heat shield to dryer

base, Figure 42.

r. While supporting bulkhead, remove screws

holding bulkhead to rear of dryer cabinet, and
remove assembly out of dryer, Figure 42.

s. Remove screw holding exhaust duct to dryer

cabinet and pull duct out of cabinet, Figure

42.

t. Remove two screws from each rear cabinet

top hold-down bracket, Figure 37.

u. Remove screw holding access plate and

remove plate.
v. Remove wire harness clips.
w. Remove guide lugs and screws.
x. Remove two screws from front edge at each

side of cabinet, Figure 37. Then remove

remaining screws from around bottom of

cabinet and lift cabinet off base.

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44

a WARNING

Rev. 3

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

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45.BASE

a. While supporting the lower access panel,

remove two screws from bottom edge of lower
access panel, Figure 22.

b. Gently lower the access panel to disengage

guide lugs from bottom edge of front panel.

c. Remove two screws holding bottom tabs on

front panel to dryer side panels, Figure 22.
Swing bottom of front panel away from dryer
far enough to disengage hold-down clips and
guide lugs from cabinet top.

d. Disconnect wires from door switch, Figure 21.

NOTE: Refer to appropriate wiring diagram when
rewiring switch.

e. Gas Models:

(1)Disconnect igniter wires at disconnect

blocks, sensor wires from flame sensor
terminals, and wires from gas valve coils at
the quick disconnect blocks, Figure 24.

(2)Close main gas shut-off valve and gas

shut-off valve inside of dryer, Figure 24.
(3)Disconnect gas line to dryer.
(4)Remove three screws holding gas valve

bracket to base and remove valve with

lead-in pipe attached, Figure 24.
(5)Remove screw from right side of burner

housing, holding burner tube in place,

Figure 26.

(6)Gently move burner tube toward rear of

dryer to disengage tab from slot on left

side of burner housing, Figure 24.
(7)Carefully rotate burner tube and igniter

counterclockwise so tab is at 8 o’clock

position and CAREFULLY remove burner

tube and igniter assembly out through front

of dryer.

IMPORTANT: The igniter is very fragile. Be
careful not to damage it during removal.

(8)Remove screw holding front of burner

housing to dryer base, Figure 26.
(9)Remove four screws holding shroud to

heater box, Figure 24, and remove shroud

and burner housing out through front of

dryer.

f. Electric Models:

(1)Remove two screws holding element and

plate to heater box, then pull element down

and away from heater box, Figure 26.
(2)Disconnect wire harness from limit

thermostat, thermal fuse and/or heating

element, Figure 26.

g. Remove screw holding heat shield to dryer

base, Figure 44.

h. Remove lint filter screws and lint filter, Figure 9.
i. Remove screws holding air duct to front

bulkhead and remove air duct, Figure 28.

a WARNING
To reduce the risk of serious injury or

death by carbon monoxide and other
gases in gas dryers, carefully read and
follow all instructions given in this
section.

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IMPORTANT: When reassembling, be sure felt
seal on exhaust fan cover makes airtight seal on
flange of duct, Figure 27. If the seal is installed
improperly, the airflow through the exhaust
system will be restricted which can adversely
affect dryer performance.

j. Disconnect wires from thermostat and heater,

Figure 29.

NOTE: Refer to appropriate wiring diagram when
rewiring thermostat and heater.

k. Remove cylinder belt from idler and motor

pulleys, Figure 30.

l. Remove two screws holding motor mounting

bracket to dryer base. Then pull complete
assembly forward to disengage middle
exhaust duct.

m. Rotate the assembly counterclockwise

90o and slide out front of machine.

n. Disconnect wires from motor switch and

remove harness clip from motor bracket,
Figure 31. Then, set motor and exhaust
assembly off to the side.

o. Remove screw holding bracket on exhaust

duct to rear of cabinet and pull duct out of
cabinet, Figure 42.

IMPORTANT: When reinstalling motor and
exhaust assembly, be sure wire harness on right
side is clipped to motor mounting bracket and is
routed along dryer base (between motor
mounting bracket and right side of cabinet),
Figure 28. Tab on rear of motor mounting
bracket must be slid into slot in dryer base. Be
sure the belt has been installed on the correct
side of the idler lever, Figure 30.

p. Remove two screws from front edge at each

side of cabinet, Figure 37. Then remove
remaining screws from around bottom of
cabinet and lift cabinet off base.

q. Remove leveling legs from base and reinstall

on new base, Figure 47.

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RS3200001 (502992R3)

a WARNING

Rev. 3

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

46.LEVELING LEGS (Figure 47)
NOTE: Dryer should be installed on a solid and

level floor.

a. Place dryer in position, adjust the legs until

dryer is level.

a WARNING
To reduce the risk of electrical shock,

fire, explosion, serious injury or death,
disconnect electric power to the dryer
before servicing.

SECTION III

Adjustments

NOTE: Legs can be adjusted outside the dryer
by using a 1-1/4 inch size wrench, or from inside
the dryer (with lower front access panel
removed) by using a 1/4 inch drive ratchet with
extension.

b. Keep dryer as close to the floor as possible.

All four legs must rest firmly on the floor so
weight of the dryer is evenly distributed. The
dryer MUST NOT rock.

IMPORTANT: DO NOT move the dryer at any
time unless the dryer is completely assembled.
DO NOT slide the dryer across the floor once the
leveling legs have been extended as the legs
and base could become damaged.

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RS3200001 (502992R3)

Figure 47

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Rev. 3

47.BURNER FLAME - Gas Models

a WARNING
To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

a. While supporting the lower access panel,

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

remove two screws from bottom edge of lower

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

access panel, Figure 22.

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

b. Gently lower the access panel to disengage

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

guide lugs from bottom edge of front panel.

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

c. Set timer at “60” minutes.
d. Close the loading door, start the dryer in a

heat setting (refer to Operating Instructions
supplied with the dryer); the dryer will start,
the igniter will glow red and the main burner
will ignite.

f. Turn the air shutter to the left to get a

luminous yellow tipped flame, then turn it back
slowly to the right to obtain a steady blue
flame.

g. After proper flame is obtained, tighten air

shutter lockscrew securely, Figure 48.

h. Reinstall lower front access panel and screws.

a WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire or serious

injury, the access door must be in place
during normal operation.

e. Allow the dryer to operate for approximately

five minutes, then loosen the air shutter
lockscrew, Figure 48.

After the dryer has operated for approximately three
minutes, exhaust air or exhaust pipe should be
warm.

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Figure 48

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Rev. 3

NOTES

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

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a WARNING

Rev. 3

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

a WARNING

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be
reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

SECTION IV

Test Procedures

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IMPORTANT: Electrical test procedures in this
service manual are performed by using a Volt­Ohm meter. Tests can also be performed using a
multi-meter or any other electrical testing
equipment with which the service person is
familiar.

48.DRIVE MOTOR (Figure 49)

a. Remove motor and exhaust assembly,

paragraph 30.

b. Disconnect motor wire harness at motor

disconnect block.

NOTE: Refer to appropriate wiring diagram when
rewiring motor switch.

Figure 49

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Rev. 3

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

c. Motor Switch (Refer to SECTION VI.)

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Disconnect electric power to dryer before performing any of

the following steps or replacing inoperative motor switch.

Unplug the motor connector before starting this test.

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START TERMINALS

NOTE: Disconnect
yellow wire from
motor switch
before testing
start terminal.

RUN TERMINALS

NOTE: Reconnect
yellow wire to
motor switch
before testing run
terminals.

HEATER CIRCUIT
TERMINALS

A. Continuity exists between

switch terminal 5 and black
wire.

YES

B. Manually depress actuator.

Continuity broken between
switch terminal 5 and black
wire.

YES

C. Continuity broken between

switch terminal 6 and yellow
wire.

YES

D. Manually depress actuator.

Continuity exists between
switch terminal 6 and yellow
wire.

YES

E. Continuity broken between

switch terminal 1 and switch
terminal 2.

NO

NO

NO

NO

NO

Inoperative start switch.
Replace switch.

Inoperative start switch.
Replace switch.

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YES

F. Manually depress actuator.

Continuity exists between
switch terminal 1 and switch
terminal 2.

YES

Motor switch checks OK.

50

NO

Inoperative start switch.
Replace switch.

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Rev. 3

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

d. Motor Windings. (Refer to SECTION VI.)

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Disconnect electric power to dryer before performing any

of the following steps or replacing inoperative motor.

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START WINDING

RUN WINDING

PROTECTOR

G. 1-2 Ohms between black

wire and orange wire.

YES

H. 1-2 Ohms between yellow

wire and orange wire.

YES

I. Continuity exists between

orange wire and brown
wire.

YES

All motor windings check OK.

NO

NO

NO

Inoperative run winding.
Replace motor.

Inoperative run winding.
Replace motor.

Inoperative run winding.
Replace motor.

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Rev. 3

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

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49.BURNER SYSTEM OPERATION (Figure 50)

Components

This burner has four basic components: A silicon
carbide (glow bar) igniter, burner tube, flame
sensor, and a two-stage gas valve consisting of
a split-coil valve and a secondary coil valve. The
split-coil valve is opened when the dryer
thermostat calls for heat, while the secondary
valve does not open until the igniter has attained
ignition temperature.

Pre-Ignition Circuits

When the dryer thermostat calls for heat, circuits
are completed through the holding coil, flame
sensor, booster coil and igniter. Both coils must
be energized to open split-coil valve. Once
opened, the holding coil can hold the valve open
without assistance from the booster coil. The
current shunted around the secondary coil by the
flame sensor, passes through the igniter causing
it to get hot.

Burner Circuit

In approximately 30 seconds, the igniter attains
ignition temperature and the flame sensor
(located on burner housing beside the igniter)

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WIRING SCHEMATIC

Figure 50

contacts open. A circuit is then completed
through the secondary valve coil, opening the
valve and allowing gas to flow. Ignition is made
and the heat from the burner flame causes the
flame sensor contacts to open.

IGNITION SYSTEM FEATURES (Figure 50)

MOMENTARY POWER INTERRUPTION: Upon

resumption of power, flame sensor contacts will
still be open, permitting secondary valve to open.
However, with the secondary coil in the circuit,
the booster coil cannot draw enough current to
open the split-coil valve. When flame sensor
contacts do reclose, the secondary valve will
close, and the burner system will be in the
normal pre-ignition circuit.

FLAME FAILURE: In case of flame failure, the
flame sensor contacts will reclose in about 45
seconds. This will close the secondary valve and
the burner system will be in the normal pre­ignition circuit.

IGNITION FAILURE: If flame is not established
as flame sensor contacts open, secondary valve
will remain open until flame sensor contacts
reclose. Flame sensor will continue to recycle the
igniter and secondary valve (about once per
minute) until ignition is made or dryer is turned
off.

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a WARNING

Rev. 3

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

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50.ELECTRICAL CIRCUIT TO IGNITION SYSTEM

a. While supporting the lower access panel,

remove two screws from bottom edge of lower
access panel, Figure 51.

b. Gently lower the access panel to disengage

guide lugs from bottom edge of front panel.
c. Close gas shut-off valve, Figure 48.
d. Remove valve wire harness disconnect block

from the holding and booster coil, Figure 51.
e. Plug dryer power cord into wall receptacle,

start the dryer in a heat setting (refer to the

Operating Instructions supplied with dryer).

Figure 51

f. Set test meter to read AC voltage and apply

meter probes into terminals on the dryer
harness that would correspond to terminals 1
and 2 on the coil, Figure 45. Meter should
register line voltage in all Fabric settings,
except FLUFF which should read “zero” VAC.

g. If meter does not read line voltage in step “f”,

check motor switch, thermostats, fabric
switch, or timer.

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a WARNING

Rev. 3

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

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51.GAS VALVE COILS

a WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire, explosion and

electric shock, close the valve in the
gas supply line to the gas dryer and
disconnect the electrical power unless
gas or power supplies are required to
perform test procedure.

a. While supporting the lower access panel,

remove two screws from bottom edge of lower

access panel, Figure 51.
b. Gently lower the access panel to disengage

guide lugs from bottom edge of front panel.
c. Close gas shut-off valve, Figure 48.
d. Remove disconnect blocks from gas valve

coils.

Figure 52

e. Set test meter to read OHMS and put meter

probes to terminals as in Figure 52, and the
chart below.

COIL TOLERANCE READINGS

60 Hertz

Holding Coil 1365 ± 25

Terminals 1 & 2 Ohms

Booster Coil 560 ± 25

Terminals 1 & 3 Ohms

Secondary Coil 1220 ± 50

Terminals 4 & 5 Ohms

NOTE: If meter registers any other readings than
those listed above, the respective coil(s) should
be replaced.

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a WARNING

Rev. 3

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

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52.SENSOR

a. While supporting the lower access panel,

remove two screws from bottom edge of lower

access panel, Figure 51.
b. Gently lower the access panel to disengage

guide lugs from bottom edge of front panel.
c. Close gas shut-off valve, Figure 48.
d. Remove wires from sensor terminals,

Figure 52.

e. Set test meter to read OHMS, put meter

probes on sensor terminals. Meter should

read “zero” Ohms. If meter registers an Ohm

reading of any amount, replace sensor.

53.IGNITER

Gas dryers are manufactured with different
igniters. These igniters are tested in the same
way, but have different resitance readings.

a. While supporting the lower access panel,

remove two screws from bottom edge of lower

access panel.
b. Gently lower the access panel to disengage

guide lugs from bottom edge of front panel.
c. Disconnect igniter wires at disconnect block .
d. Set test meter to read Ohms and put meter

probes on terminals of igniter wires.
e. Norton Igniter — meter should read between

45-200 OHMS, Figure 53.

60868 Igniter — meter should read between

75-800 OHMS, Figure 53.

If meter does not read appropriate OHMS,

then replace the igniter.

NOTE: Test procedures of paragraph 51, 52 and
53 can be performed on workbench if gas valve,

igniter, burner tube and burner housing have
been removed from dryer.

54.TEMPERATURE SWITCH

a. Remove three screws holding the control

assemlby to the control hood rear panel and

cabinet top, Figures 5 and 6.
b. Disconnect wires from temperature switch.
c. Set the meter to read OHMS and apply the

meter probes to the switch terminals.

1. Three Position Heat Switch — Follow the
appropriate wiring diagram for your model
dryer. See SECTION VII of this manual.

2. Infinite Heat Switch — Meter should read
10 Ohms (maximum) with the switch in the
DELICATE setting. Turn switch full
CLOCKWISE direction, meter should
read 10,000 Ohms (minimum).

NOTE: Refer to proper wiring diagram when
reconnecting wires.

L1 - 1 L1 - 2 L1 - 3

Perm. Press
and Regular

-- X --

Delicate X X --

Fluff -- -- X

IMPORTANT: Always examine all wires,
terminals and connectors to be sure wiring is
proper before replacing any components.

Figure 53

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a WARNING

Rev. 3

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

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55.DOOR SWITCH

a. While supporting the lower access panel,

remove two screws from bottom edge of lower
access panel, Figure 22.

b. Gently lower the access panel to disengage

guide lugs from bottom edge of front panel.

c. Disconnect wires from door switch, Figure 21.

NOTE: Refer to appropriate wiring diagram when
rewiring switch.

d. Set meter to read Ohms and apply meter

probes on switch terminals 1 and 3 with door
closed. You should get “zero” reading.

e. Apply probes to terminals 1 and 2 with door

closed. The meter should read “no reading”.

f. Open door. Meter should read “zero”.

56.SIGNAL CONTROL

a. Remove the three screws holding the control

assembly to the control hood rear panel,

Figures 5, 6 and 8.

b. Disconnect wires from signal control.
c. Set meter to read Ohms and apply meter

probes to terminals of signal control. Meter
should read approximately 1,000 Ohms at all
times.

57.TIMER ADVANCE and TIMER CONTACT

POINTS (Figure 54)

This test will determine if the timer advances. If the
timer advances then it does not need to be
replaced.

2. Rotate timer knob to a position where the signal
will activate, then release timer knob.

3. If timer is advancing, signal will end in less than
10 minutes.

4. If signal continues to sound for more than 10
minutes, replace timer.

For models which do not produce an audible signal:

1. Rotate timer knob to the 10 minute mark.

2. If timer is advancing, dryer will cycle into the cool
down period and then to OFF position.

NOTE: If timer does not advance, see paragraph
9 for timer replacement.

To check timer contact points proceed as follows:

a. Remove the three screws holding the control

assembly to the control hood rear panel,

Figures 5, 6 and 8.

b. Disconnect wires from timer.

NOTE: Refer to appropriate wiring diagram when
rewiring timer.

c. Set test meter to read OHMS and apply meter

probes to terminals, Figure 54.

d. Starting with timer knob indicator in OFF

position at top of timer, slowly turn timer knob
clockwise until indicator is again pointing
toward OFF position at top of timer. Meter
should register “zero” reading when circuit
being tested is completed by timer. Refer to
Figure 54 for Timer Cycle Chart showing
when circuit is made.

Advance Test:

For models which produce an audible signal
(a buzzing sound):

1. Select a cycle and activate dryer start switch.

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Timer Motor Resistance Check

120V 60 Hz. motor resistance 2,460 - 3,100 Ohms.

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a WARNING

Rev. 3

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

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CIRCUIT TO BE TESTED

Timer Motor L2 and T -- L2 and T L2 and T
Signal Control P/B - P/B P and B P/B - P/B --
Motor L 1 and M L1 and M L1 and M L1 and M
Heat L2 and H L2 and H L2 and H L2 and H
Push-to-Start M and S M and S M and S M and S

TIMER

No. 502963

TIMER

No. 59420

TIMER

No. 502967

TIMER

No. 501881

Figure 54

TIMERS

502963

Figure 55

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a WARNING

Rev. 3

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

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58.CYCLING OR LIMIT THERMOSTAT

a. While supporting the lower access panel,

remove two screws from bottom edge of lower
access panel, Figure 51.

b. Gently lower the access panel to disengage

guide lugs from bottom edge of front panel.

c. Disconnect wires from thermostat, Figure 26

or 27.

NOTE: Refer to appropriate wiring diagram when
rewiring thermostat.

Cycling Thermostat (S.P.S.T.)
or Limit Thermostat

(1)Set meter to read OHMS.
(2)Apply meter probes to the thermostat

terminals.

(3)Meter should read “zero”.

Cycling Thermostat (S.P.D.T.)

(1)Set meter to read OHMS.
(2)Apply meter probes to terminals 1 and 3.

Meter should read “zero”.

(3)Remove screws holding thermostat to

exhaust fan cover.

(4)Heat thermostat with a small flame until a

distinct “click” is heard, then immediately
apply meter probes to terminals 1 and 2.
Meter should read “zero”.

59.THERMOSTAT HEATER

a. While supporting the lower access panel,

remove two screws from bottom edge of lower
access panel, Figure 51.

b. Gently lower the access panel to disengage

guide lugs from bottom edge of front panel.

c. Disconnect wires from thermostat/heater,

Figure 27.

NOTE: Refer to appropriate wiring diagram when
rewiring thermostat heater.

d. Set meter to read OHMS. Apply meter probes

to the thermostat heater terminals. Meter
should read as follows: (Cold Ohms)

120 Volt 60 Hz. 2400 ± 240 Ohms.

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a WARNING

Rev. 3

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

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60.THERMAL FUSE (Electric Models)

a. While supporting the lower access panel,

remove two screws from bottom edge of lower
access panel, Figure 51.

b. Gently lower the access panel to disengage

guide lugs from bottom edge of front panel.

c. Disconnect wires from thermal fuse, Figure

26.

NOTE: Refer to appropriate wiring diagram when
rewiring thermal fuse.

d. Set multimeter to read OHMS on the X1

scale. Apply meter probes to the thermal fuse
terminals. Multimeter should read 0 OHMS. If
the meter does not show any reading (infinite
OHMS), then the fuse is open. If the fuse is
open, then replace BOTH the thermal fuse
and the limit thermostat.

61.HEATER ASSEMBLY (Electric Models)

a. While supporting the lower access panel,

remove two screws from bottom edge of lower
access panel, Figure 51.

b. Gently lower the access panel to disengage

guide lugs from bottom edge of front panel.

c. Disconnect wire from heater assembly,

Figure 26.

NOTE: Refer to appropriate wiring diagram when
rewiring heater assembly.

d. Set meter to read OHMS. Apply meter probes

to the heater assembly terminals. Meter
should read as follows: (Cold Ohms)

Color Voltage/Hz. Resistance Reading

Red 240 V 60 Hz. 10.39 ± .31 Ohms cold
White 208 V 60 Hz. 8. 2 ± .5 Ohms Cold

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a WARNING

Rev. 3

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

a WARNING

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

IMPORTANT: Refer to appropriate Wiring Diagram for aid in testing dryer components.

62. MOTOR DOES NOT RUN

POSSIBLE CAUSE TO CORRECT

Electrical power off, fuse blown, or power cord Has the laundry room fuse(s) blown or become
not plugged in. loosened, or are circuit breakers open? The dryer

SECTION V

Service Helps

itself does not have an electrical fuse. Be sure to
check both fuses on Electric models.

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Loading door not closed or inoperative door switch. Close door or test switch and replace if inoperative.
Timer improperly set. Reset timer, or try another cycle.
Inoperative timer. Test timer and replace if inoperative.
Motor starting functions inoperative. Refer to MOTOR TEST SECTION to check start

No Start; or Motor hums only. switch and start windings.
Motor is dead, won't run. Refer to MOTOR TEST SECTION to check start

switch and start windings.
Wait two or three minutes for overload protector

Motor overload protector has cycled. to reset. If protector cycles repeatedly, refer to

paragraph 63.

Motor centrifugal switch sticky or plugged Remove dust or lint and spray with “SLYDE”,
with lint. No. 131P4, to clean and lubricate.

Bind in motor bearing. Remove belts and determine if motor shaft will spin.

Replace motor if shaft is locked up.
Loose motor wire harness connection block. Firmly press connection block onto motor switch.
Broken, loose, or incorrect wiring. Refer to appropriate wiring diagram.
Power cord is miswired. Refer to appropriate wiring diagram for

the correct wiring.
Inoperative electronic control. Refer to SECTION VII to check out the

electronic control operation.

*Mechanical Timer Models only
=Electronic Control Models only

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a WARNING

Rev. 3

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

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63. UNIT STOPS IN CYCLE; QUITS AFTER A COUPLE LOADS; HAS A BURNING SMELL; CYCLES ON
MOTOR THERMAL PROTECTOR.

POSSIBLE CAUSE TO CORRECT

Incorrect Voltage.

See nameplate in door well for correct voltage. Refer
to INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (supplied with
dryer) for electrical requirements.

Clothes load too large.

Remove part of load. A normal washer load is a
normal dryer load. Maximum load: Dryer cylinder one
half full of wet clothes.

Clothes cylinder is binding.

Check cylinder for binding and “out of round”
condition. Also check front and rear bulkheads for
warping. Check support rollers for binding. Check
cylinder seals and glides for wear or damage. Check
for clothes lodged between cylinder baffle and

bulkhead.
Broken, loose or incorrect wiring.
Motor switch functions inoperative.

Short in motor winding.

Refer to appropriate wiring diagram.

Refer to MOTOR TEST SECTION to check switch

and windings.

64. MOTOR RUNS BUT CYLINDER DOES NOT TURN

POSSIBLE CAUSE TO CORRECT

Motor drive pulley loose.
Belt not installed on pulley.

Tighten pulley.
Install belt, refer to Motor and Exhaust Assembly

section.
Broken cylinder belt.
Clothes cylinder is binding.

Replace belt.

·Check cylinder for binding and “out of round”
condition.

·Check front and rear bulkheads for warping.

·Check cylinder rollers for binding.

·Check cylinder seals and glides for wear or damage.

Broken, weak or disconnected idler lever spring.

Replace or reconnect spring, refer to Motor and
Exhaust Assembly section.

Belt routed on wrong side of idler lever.

Reroute belt , refer to Motor and Exhaust Assembly

section.
Oil on cylinder.
Belt is “inside out”.
Idler arm is binding.

Wipe oil from cylinder.

Reinstall belt with ribbed surface against cylinder.

·Add grease between idler arm and motor mount.

·Replace idler arm and bolt if needed.
Dryer is overloaded.
Wrong motor.
Wrong belt used on dryer.

Load dryer half full of laundry.
Refer to Parts manual for proper motor part number.

·Check belt part number against correct part number

in the Parts manual.

·Replace belt if needed.
Bent idler arm.

Replace idler arm.

*Mechanical Timer Models only
=Electronic Control Models only

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a WARNING

Rev. 3

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

65. MOTOR DOES NOT STOP

POSSIBLE CAUSE TO CORRECT

Incorrect wiring to motor switch. Refer to appropriate wiring diagram.
Motor centrifugal switch sticky or plugged with lint. Remove dust or lint and spray with “SLYDE”,

No. 131P4, to clean and lubricate.
Inoperative door switch. Test switch and replace if inoperative.
*Inoperative timer — nonmetered models. Test timer and replace if inoperative.
=Inoperative electronic control. Refer to SECTION VII to check out the electronic

control operation.
Inoperative moisture sensing control. Refer to SECTION VIII to check out the moisture

sensing control operation.

66. HEATING ASSEMBLY DOES NOT HEAT OR BURNER DOES NOT IGNITE.

POSSIBLE CAUSE TO CORRECT

Improper or inadequate exhaust system.

See INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (supplied with

dryer) for exhaust requirements.
Use of plastic or thin foil exhaust duct.
Blown house fuse or tripped circuit breaker.

Replace with solid or rigid flexible metal exhaust duct.

Check fuses or circuit breakers. A 240 Volt dryer has

two fuses — Make sure both fuses are good.
*Temperature selector switch set at FLUFF, or

inoperative.
*Timer improperly set (Set in a cool-down period, or

Reset switch, or test switch and replace if

inoperative.

Reset timer. Try another cycle.
a no heat cycle).

Inoperative limit thermostat.
Electric Models: Inoperative heater assembly.

Test thermostat and replace if inoperative.

Test heater assembly. Replace heater assembly if

cold Ohms do not read between 8 and 10.5 Ohms.
Gas Models: Insufficient gas supply.

Check gas shut-off valve in dryer and main gas line

valve. Open partially closed gas shut-off valve, or

correct low gas pressure.
Inoperative drive motor switch.
Gas Models: Inoperative gas valve coils.

Test switch and replace if inoperative.

Test coils and replace if inoperative, refer to

paragraph 51.

Gas Models: Inoperative flame sensor.

Test flame sensor and replace if inoperative. Refer to

paragraph 52.
Gas Models: Inoperative igniter.

Test igniter and replace if inoperative. Refer to

paragraph 53.

Gas Models: Harness not properly connected to
gas controls.

Gas Models: Restricted gas flow in gas orifice.
Electric Models: Inoperative thermal fuse.
*Inoperative cycling thermostat.
*Inoperative timer.
=Inoperative electronic control.

Check harness connections to gas valve coils,

sensor and main harness. Reconnect as required.

Clean out gas orifice.

Test thermal fuse and replace if inoperative.

Test thermostat and replace if inoperative.

Test timer and replace if inoperative.

Refer to SECTION VII to check out the electronic

control operation.

*Mechanical Timer Models only

(continued)

=Electronic Control Models only

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a WARNING

Rev. 3

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

66. HEATING ASSEMBLY DOES NOT HEAT OR BURNER DOES NOT IGNITE. (cont.)

POSSIBLE CAUSE TO CORRECT

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=Read-out on electronic control indicates “SH”.
=Read-out on electronic control indicates “OP”.

Broken, loose, or incorrect wiring.
Inoperative moisture sensing control.

Thermistor is shorted, replace thermistor.
Thermistor is open, replace thermistor.
Refer to appropriate wiring diagram.
Refer to SECTION VIII to check out the moisture

sensing control.

67. IGNITER DOES NOT GLOW (gas supply sufficient) — GAS MODELS

POSSIBLE CAUSE TO CORRECT

*No power to power leads on valve. Check timer, selector switch, thermostats, motor

switch, and wiring.
Flame sensor failed with contacts open. Replace flame sensor.
Igniter broken or open. Replace igniter.
=Inoperative electronic control. Refer to SECTION VII to check out the electronic

control operation.
Inoperative moisture sensing control. Refer to SECTION VIII to check out the moisture

sensing control.

68. BURNER IGNITES AND GOES OUT REPEATEDLY — GAS MODELS

POSSIBLE CAUSE TO CORRECT

Improper or inadequate exhaust system. Weather See INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (supplied with
hood flapper restricted. dryer) for exhaust requirements.

Burner heat not holding flame sensor contacts open. Replace flame sensor, or correct gas supply problem.
Insufficient gas supply.

Check gas supply and pressure. Is gas shut-off

valve turned on?
Cracked igniter. Replace igniter and bracket.
Inoperative or intermittent gas valve coils. Check and replace appropriate coil. Refer to

paragraph 51.

69. IGNITER GLOWS BUT BURNER DOES NOT IGNITE — GAS MODELS

POSSIBLE CAUSE TO CORRECT

Flame sensor failed in closed position. Replace flame sensor.
Open secondary coil or holding coil.

Insufficient gas supply.
Igniter and bracket installed improperly on burner Loosen screw and properly position igniter and

tube assembly. bracket on burner tube assembly.
Flame sensor installed improperly on burner Loosen screw and properly position the flame sensor

housing. on the burner housing.

*Mechanical Timer Models only
=Electronic Control Models only

Replace gas valve (in-warranty), or replace coils
(out-of-warranty). Refer to paragraph 51.

Check gas supply and pressure. Is gas shut-off valve
turned on?

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a WARNING

Rev. 3

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

70. HEATER ASSEMBLY OR BURNER SHUTS OFF PREMATURELY

POSSIBLE CAUSE TO CORRECT

Improper or inadequate exhaust system. See INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (supplied with
Weather hood flapper restricted. dryer) for exhaust requirements.

Check gas shut-off valve in dryer and main

Gas Models: Insufficient gas supply. gas line valve. Open partially closed gas shut-off

valve, or correct low pressure.

Gas Models: Dryer not properly equipped for Refer to “Gas Burner Conversion Procedures”
type of gas used. supplied in gas burner conversion kit.

Gas Models: Improperly adjusted burner flame. Adjust flame, paragraph 47.

Momentarily connect a jumper wire across

Cycling off on limit thermostat. thermostat terminals. If heater element heats or

burner ignites when jumper wire is connected,
refer to paragraph 69.

Gas models: Flame sensor contact closing Replace flame sensor or adjust burner flame,

prematurely. Burner flame improperly adjusted

paragraph 47.

*Inoperative cycling thermostat. Test thermostat and replace if inoperative.
*Inoperative timer. Test timer and replace if inoperative.
Broken, loose, or incorrect wiring. Refer to appropriate wiring diagram.
=Inoperative electronic control. Refer to SECTION VII to check out the electronic

control operation.

Inoperative moisture sensing control. Refer to SECTION VIII to check out the moisture

sensing control.

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71. HEATER ASSEMBLY OR BURNER REPEATEDLY CYCLES OFF ON LIMIT THERMOSTAT

POSSIBLE CAUSE TO CORRECT

External exhaust system longer or providing Refer to INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (supplied
greater restriction than recommended. with dryer) for exhaust system requirements.

Use of plastic or thin foil exhaust duct. Replace with solid or rigid flexible metal exhaust duct.
Clogged lint filter. Clean lint filter.
Lint in internal dryer ductwork. Disassemble dryer ductwork and clean.
Lint or other obstruction in external exhaust system. Disassemble and clean exhaust system.
Hinged damper on exhaust system weather hood Free hinged damper or replace weather hood.

not free to open.
*Limit thermostat cycling at too low a temperature. Replace thermostat, paragraph 26.
Air leak around loading door. (Door not sealing

due to damaged seal or inoperative door catch.)

Replace seal or catch.

=Inoperative thermistor. Test thermistor and replace if inoperative.
Air leak at blower seal. Check and replace seal if necessary.
Air leak at cylinder seal(s). Check and replace seal(s) if necessary.

*Mechanical Timer Models only
=Electronic Control Models only

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a WARNING

Rev. 3

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

72. HEATER ASSEMBLY OR BURNER DOES NOT SHUT OFF

POSSIBLE CAUSE TO CORRECT

Improper motor switch. (Timer must be in a heat Test switch and replace if inoperative.
setting.)

Motor does not stop. Refer to paragraph 65.
Incorrect wiring. Refer to appropriate wiring diagram.
Heater assembly shorted. Remove heater assembly and check for short.

73. CLOTHES DO NOT DRY

POSSIBLE CAUSE TO CORRECT

Heater assembly does not heat or burner does Refer to paragraph 66.
not ignite.

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Too much water in articles being dried. Remove excess water.

Remove part of load. A normal washer load is normal

Clothes load too large. dryer load. Maximum load: Dryer cylinder one half full

of wet clothes.
Excessive lint on lint filter. Clean lint filter.
Load too small. Add one or two bath towels to load.
Automatic cycle. Adjust to more dry setting.
Three position heat selector switch on timer set on Reset switch or timer, or test and replace the switch

FLUFF or inoperative. or timer if inoperative.
Improper or inadequate exhaust system. See INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (supplied with

dryer) for exhaust requirements.
Heater assembly or burner shuts off prematurely. Refer to paragraph 70.

If Natural Gas line pressure to dryer exceeds 8 inch
Gas Models: Gas line pressure too high or too low. water column pressure, or is lower than 4 inch water

column, ask Gas Company to correct.
Inoperative moisture sensing control. Refer to SECTION VIII to check out the moisture

sensing control.
Improper belt installation (Low RPM) Check for proper installation, Figure 30.

if belt connected on motor shaft.

*Mechanical Timer Models only
=Electronic Control Models only

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a WARNING

Rev. 3

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

74. TIMER DOES NOT ADVANCE IN AUTOMATIC CYCLE (Mechanical Timer Models Only)

POSSIBLE CAUSE TO CORRECT

Inoperative high or low thermostat Test thermostat and replace if inoperative.
Heater assembly does not heat or burner does not Refer to paragraph 66.

ignite.
Heater assembly or burner cycles off prematurely. Refer to paragraph 70.
Improper or inadequate exhaust system. Refer to INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (supplied

with dryer) for exhaust requirements.
*Drying large load. Timer will not advance until the load is almost dry.
Broken, loose or incorrect wiring. Refer to appropriate wiring diagram.
Timer motor is inoperative. Select a drying cycle and activate start switch.

Rotate timer knob until signal sounds. Release timer

knob, signal should stop within ten minutes.

If not, replace timer. Refer to paragraph 57.

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Inoperative seals (air leaks). Check and replace any inoperative seals in the

following areas:

1. Seal between loading door and front panel.

2. Seal between front panel and front bulkhead.

3. Seal between blower cover and air duct.

4. Seal between cylinder and rear bulkhead.

75. CLOTHES ARE TOO HOT WHEN REMOVED FROM DRYER

POSSIBLE CAUSE TO CORRECT

Improper or inadequate exhaust system. Refer to INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (supplied

with dryer) for exhaust requirements.

Clothes are removed from dryer before cycle has Allow the dryer to complete the cycle through the
completed. cool-down to the OFF position.

Inoperative cycling thermostat. Inoperative Test cycling thermostat or thermostat heater and
thermostat heater on the DELICATE setting. replace if inoperative.

Inoperative timer (not allowing cool-down). Test timer and replace if inoperative.
Inoperative moisture sensing control. Refer to SECTION VIII to check out the moisture

sensing control.

Inoperative seals (air leaks). Check and replace any inoperative seals in the

following areas:

*Mechanical Timer Models only
=Electronic Control Models only

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1. Seal between loading door and front panel.

2. Seal between front panel and front bulkhead.

3. Seal between blower cover and air duct.

4. Seal between cylinder and rear bulkhead.

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a WARNING

Rev. 3

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

Internal Wiring of Dryer Motor Switch

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

a WARNING
To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

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RS3200001 (502992R3)

a WARNING

Rev. 3

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

Service Procedures Unique to the

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

a WARNING
To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

Electronic Control Model Dryers

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

SECTION VII

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Electronic Control

MODEL

LE9107, LE9207,
LG9109, LG9209,
CE9107, CE9207

LE4807, LE4907,
LG4809, LG4909

76.ELECTRICAL SERVICE

(Electric Dryer)
(120/240 Volt, 60 Hertz, 3-Wire Installation)
(120/208 Volt, 60 Hertz, 3-Wire Installation)

NOTE: The wiring diagram is located inside the
control hood.

a WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire, electric

shock or personal injury, all wiring and
grounding MUST conform with the
latest edition of the National Electrical
Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70, and such
local regulations as might apply. IT IS
THE CUSTOMER’S RESPONSIBILITY TO
HAVE THE WIRING AND FUSES
CHECKED BY A QUALIFIED
ELECTRICIAN TO MAKE SURE YOUR
HOME HAS ADEQUATE ELECTRICAL
POWER TO OPERATE THE DRYER.

Assembly

PART NO.

500540

501273

Grounding and Wiring Instructions

• The dryer must be connected to a grounded
metal, permanent wiring system; or an equipment­grounding conductor must be run with the circuit
conductors and connected to the equipment­grounding terminal or lead on the dryer.

• The dryer has its own terminal block that must be
connected to a separate branch, 60 Hertz single
phase, AC (alternating current) circuit, fused at 30
Amperes (the circuit must be fused on both sides
of the line). ELECTRICAL SERVICE FOR DRYER
SHOULD BE OF MAXIMUM RATED VOLTAGE
LISTED ON THE NAMEPLATE. DO NOT
CONNECT DRYER TO 110, 115, OR 120 VOLT
CIRCUIT. Heating elements are available for field
installation in dryers which are to be connected to
electrical service of different voltage than that
listed on nameplate, such as 208.

• If branch circuit to dryer is 15 feet (4.50 m) or less
in length, use U.L. (Underwriters Laboratories)
listed No. 10 A.W.G. wire (copper wire only), or as
required by local codes. If over 15 feet (4.50 m),
use U.L. (Underwriters Laboratories) listed No. 8
A.W.G. wire (copper wire only), or as required by
local codes. Allow sufficient slack in wiring so
dryer can be moved from its normal location when
necessary.

• The power cord (pigtail) connection between wall
receptacle and dryer terminal block is NOT
supplied with dryer. Type of pigtail and gauge of
wire must conform to local codes and with
instructions mentioned in previous paragraph.

RS3200001 (502992R3)

• The method of wiring the dryer is optional and
subject to local code requirements, Figures 56 &

58.

68

a WARNING

Rev. 3

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

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Three Wire Connection

Figure 56

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RS3200001 (502992R3)

a WARNING

Rev. 3

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

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Electrical Connection (Three-Wire)

IMPORTANT; This dryer is grounded to neutral
conductor at the terminal block. If the dryer is
installed in a mobile home, or if local codes do
not permit grounding through the neutral,
proceed as shown in paragraph 77.

a. Remove screw and terminal block access

cover from rear of dryer cabinet.

b. Insert ends of wires through power supply

hole (containing proper strain relief) in rear of
dryer cabinet. Connect the power cord, or
direct wiring, to the appropriate terminal block
terminals using the three-wire binding (10-32
x 3/8") screws from the accessories pack in
the envelope shipped inside the dryer
cylinder.

If the dryer had previously been connected with a
four-wire power cord, remove the four-wire cord by
reversing procedures under four-wire power cord.

IMPORTANT: Use only a U.L. listed No. 10
(copper wire only) three conductor power supply
cord kit rated 240 Volts (minimum) 30 Amperes
and labeled as suitable for use in a clothes
dryer.

c. Tighten these wire-binding screws firmly.

IMPORTANT: Failure to tighten these screws
firmly may result in wire failure at the terminal
block.

d. Secure the strain relief to the power cord, or

wires, where they enter the dryer cabinet.

e. Reinstall access cover and screw.

Three Wire Plus Ground Wire Power Cord

IMPORTANT: Use only a U.L. listed No. 10
A.W.G. (copper wire only) four conductor power
supply cord kit rated 240 Volts (minimum) 30
Amperes and labeled as suitable for use in a
clothes dryer.

NOTE: The power cord is not supplied with the
dryer when the dryer is shipped from the factory,
therefore, disregard Steps 2 and 3 below when
connecting a four-wire power cord to a NEW
dryer.

If the dryer has a three-wire cord attached, then
complete Steps a through k.

a. Remove the screw holding the access plate to

the rear of dryer cabinet.

b. Remove three screws holding the three wires

to terminal block terminals. Save these
screws.

c. Loosen the strain relief screw and pull the

cord or wires out through the rear of the
dryer.

d. Remove the terminal bracket ground screw

holding the ground wire to the terminal block
mounting bracket. Save the screw.

NOTE: ON NEW DRYERS - This is the ground
wire that goes from the neutral (center) terminal
on the terminal block to the mounting bracket.

RS3200001 (502992R3)

Figure 57

70

a WARNING

Rev. 3

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

Install Three Wire Plus Ground Power Cord

e. Route the end of the three wire plus gound

(earth) power cord through the strain relief.
DO NOT tighten the strain relief screws at this
time.

f. Insert the end of the power cord and strain

relief through the hole in the rear of dryer
cabinet, Figure 58. Install the strain relief nut
from the inside of the cabinet and tighten
firmly.

g. Attach the ground wire (from the three wire

plus gound [earth] power cord) to the terminal
block mounting bracket using the hex head
screw removed in Step d. Tighten the screw
firmly.

h. Using the three wire-binding (10-32x3/8")

screws from the accessories envelope
(located inside the cylinder, unless the screws
were previously removed in Step b), attach
the power cord wires to the terminal block
terminals as follows:
(1)Red to Red
(2)Black to Black
(3)White to White (see NOTE below)

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NOTE: When installing the white to white wire,
loop the free eyelet end of the ground wire (from
Step d) and place it together with the white wire.
Attach both wires to the neutral (center) terminal
on the terminal block, Figure 58.

IMPORTANT: Failure to tighten the screws firmly
on the terminal block may result in terminal
block failure.

i. Tighten the two strain relief screws to secure

the power cord.
j. Recheck all screws to be sure they are tight.
k. Reinstall the access plate and screw to the

rear of the dryer cabinet.

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RS3200001 (502992R3)

a WARNING

Rev. 3

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

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Four Wire Connection

Figure 58

72

a WARNING

Rev. 3

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

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Electrical Requirements
(Gas Dryers)

(120 Volt, 60 Hertz, with 3-Prong Grounding Plug)

NOTE: The wiring diagram is located inside the
control hood.

a WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire, electric

shock or personal injury, all wiring and
grounding MUST conform with the
latest edition of the National Electrical
Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70, and such local
regulations as might apply. IT IS THE
CUSTOMER’S RESPONSIBILITY TO
HAVE THE WIRING AND FUSES
CHECKED BY A QUALIFIED
ELECTRICIAN TO MAKE SURE YOUR
HOME HAS ADEQUATE ELECTRICAL
POWER TO OPERATE THE DRYER.

NOTE: A qualified electrician
should check the polarity of the
wall receptacle. If a voltage
reading is measured other than
that illustrated, the qualified
electrician should correct the
problem.

Figure 59

• The dryer is designed to be operated on a
separate branch, polarized, three-wire, effectively
grounded, 120 Volt, 60 Hertz, AC (alternating
current), circuit protected by a 15 Ampere fuse,
equivalent fusetron or circuit breaker.

• The three-prong grounding plug on the power cord
should be plugged directly into a polarized three­slot effectively grounded receptacle rated 110/120
Volts AC (alternating current) 15 Amps. See
Figure 63 for determining correct polarity of the
wall receptacle.

• DO NOT OPERATE OTHER APPLIANCES ON
THE SAME CIRCUIT. DO NOT OVERLOAD
CIRCUITS! See Figure 60.

a WARNING
To reduce the risk of an electric shock

or fire, DO NOT use an extension cord
or an adapter to connect the dryer to
the electrical power source.

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RS3200001 (502992R3)

a WARNING

Rev. 3

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

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77.Grounding Instructions

• The dryer must be grounded. In the event of
malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce
the risk of electric shock by providing a path of
least resistance for electric current. The dryer is
equipped with a cord having an equipment­grounding conductor and a three-prong grounding
plug. The plug must be plugged into an
appropriate outlet that is properly installed and
grounded in accordance with all local codes and
ordinances.

a WARNING
Improper connection of the equipment-

grounding conductor can result in a risk
of electric shock. Check with a
qualified electrician or serviceman if
you are in doubt as to whether the dryer
is properly grounded.

• DO NOT modify the plug provided with the dryer

- if it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet
installed by a qualified electrician.

• If a positive ground cannot be established through
the power cord and if local code permits its
use, connect an external ground wire (18 gauge
minimum, available at your local hardware store).
Connect one end of the wire under the ground
screw (located at the rear of the dryer) and the
other end to a known effective electrical ground.

• If your home’s electrical supply does not meet the
above specifications and/or if you are not sure
your home has an effective ground, have a
qualified electrician or your local electrical utility
company check it and correct any problems.

Figure 60

RS3200001 (502992R3)

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a WARNING

Rev. 3

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

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Troubleshooting

NOTE: Refer to Figure 61.
If the symptom or problem corresponds to one
of the symptoms detailed on the following
pages, proceed to that flow chart. (The
diagnostic cycle check does not have to be
made.)

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RS3200001 (502992R3)

a WARNING

Rev. 3

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

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TIME DISPLAY

ILLUMINATED

LED'S / VFD

11 ALL ON ON OFF O FF
12 ALL OFF ON ON OFF
33 ALL ON ON ON O FF
44 ALL ON ON ON O FF
55 ALL OFF OFF OFF LOWEST
66 ALL ON OFF OFF MEDIUM
77 ALL OFF OFF OFF LOUDEST

N OTE:

1. This test routine will only light in the LED's (Figure 64) pertaining to the hardware model selected.

2. When the last step in the table is finished, the routine sequence will repeat.

3. Each output is on for two seconds.

RS3200001 (502992R3)

Figure 61

MOTOR

RELAY

DIAGNOSTIC ROUTINE

Figure 62

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H EATER

RELAY

SIGN AL

a WARNING

Rev. 3

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

79.SYMPTOM: BLOWN FUSE OR TRIPPED CIRCUIT BREAKER.

Fuse blown or tripped breaker?

YES

Reset breaker or disconnect electric
power to dryer and replace fuse.

Reconnect electric power to dryer.
Does fuse or breaker blow
immediately upon plugging in

YES

power cord?

NO

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Disconnect electric power to dryer and
disconnect wires from terminals E1 and
E2. Take resistance reading between
terminals.

*86 Ohms ± 30% between E1 and E2
terminals.

YES

Check for broken, loose or incorrect
wiring.

Wiring okay?

YES

Recheck from beginning. If problem
persists, disconnect electric power to
dryer and replace control.

NO

NO

Does fuse or breaker
blow immediately after
motor starts?

Disconnect
electric power to
dryer and replace
control.

Correct
wiring.

Does fuse or breaker
blow 15 seconds after
motor starts?

NO

YES

YES

Disconnect
electric power to
dryer and check
for shorted,
broken, loose or
incorrect wiring.

*This measurement should be made with a digital Multi-Meter set at 200 Ohm scale for best accuracy.

77

Disconnect electric
power to dryer and
check heater circuit for
shorted, broken, loose
or incorrect wiring.

RS3200001 (502992R3)

a WARNING

Rev. 3

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

80.SYMPTOM: CONTROL WILL NOT WAKE UP (No LED's Light) AFTER SELECT CYCLE PAD IS
PRESSED.

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Power cord plugged in?

YES

Proper voltage outlet? See
Figure 59.

YES

Check to see that voltage is being
applied to control.

Approximately 120 Volts between
terminals E2 (neutral) and E1 on
heat relay K2?

YES

Disconnect electric power to dryer
and disconnect wires from terminals
E2 and E1. Take resistance reading
through transformer.

NO

NO

NO

Plug in.

Go to Blown Fuse or Tripped
Circuit Breaker, paragraph 79.

Disconnect electric power to
dryer and check for broken,
loose or incorrect wiring from
outlet to control.

*86 Ohms ± 30% between E2 and E1.

YES

Recheck from beginning. If problem
exists, after checking for loose,
broken or incorrect wiring,
disconnect electric power to dryer
and replace control.

*This measurement should be made with a digital Multi-Meter set at 200 Ohm scale for best accuracy.

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NO

Disconnect electric power to
dryer and replace control

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a WARNING

Rev. 3

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

81.SYMPTOM: CONTROL WAKES UP (When SELECT CYCLE Pad is Pressed) BUT MOTOR DOES
NOT START PROPERLY. CONTROL MAY INDICATE DOOR OPEN ON DISPLAY WITH DOOR
CLOSED. HOWEVER, THE FOLLOWING CHECKS STILL NEED TO BE MADE TO ISOLATE THE
PROBLEM.

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After door was opened, motor
starts when door is closed
without pressing START.

NO

With door closed, motor does
not start after START is
pressed.

Disconnect electric power to
dryer. With door closed
remove connector P4 and
check continuity between P4­2 and P4-3 on wire harness
block. With door closed, zero
Ohms should be read. With
door open, “infinite” Ohms
should be read. Continuity
good?

YES

Reconnect power to dryer.
Reconnect P4 with door
closed. 120V between P4-2
and E-2?

YES

NO

NO Disconnect electric power to

Disconnect electric power to
dryer and replace control.

Disconnect electric power to
dryer and inspect wiring from
control to door switch, and
door switch.

dryer and replace control.

YES

With door closed, press
REGULAR and START to
check motor relay K1.

Did you hear relay click and
do you read approximately
120 Volts between terminals
P4-1 and E2 (neutral)?

YES

Disconnect electric power to
dryer and check motor
overload protector, motor,
motor switch and wiring.

NO

Disconnect electric power to
dryer and replace control.

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a WARNING

Rev. 3

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

82.SYMPTOM: HEATER DOES NOT TURN ON OR NO HEAT.

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Are you in a NO HEAT cycle?

NO

Remove control hood and
verify that voltage is being
applied to control between
terminals E1 and E2 (neutral).

Approximately 120 Volts
between E1 and E2?

YES

Disconnect electric power to
dryer. Disconnect wire from
terminal E3 on control.
Disconnect thermistor leads at
thermistor. Hook volt meter to
E3 and E2 on control. This will
simulate a call for heat.

Reconnect electric power to
dryer. Press REGULAR and
START and place meter
between terminals E3 and E2.

YES

NO

Normal operation.

Disconnect electric power to
dryer and check for broken,
loose or incorrect wiring.

Approximately 120 Volts
between E3 and E2 in five
seconds?

YES

Disconnect electric power to
dryer and check motor switch
limit thermostat, heater or gas
valve, heat circuitry and all
wiring.

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NO

Disconnect electric power to
dryer and replace control.

80

a WARNING

Rev. 3

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

83.SYMPTOM: IMPROPER DRYING TEMPERATURE OR DRY TIMES.

Tape a temperature
probe or thermometer
on the inside of the
dryer front bulkhead.

With all LED's (light
emitting diodes) and
display off. (Figure 64)

Press extended tumble
and hold, then press the
START pad.

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Does the temperature
displayed read within
10oF of what the
temperature probe
reads.

NO

Press regular and start.

Disconnect electric
power to dryer and take
resistance reading
across thermistor by
measuring resistance
through wires leading to
terminals and on
control. This resistance
reading MUST be taken
within three minutes
after pressing START
pad.

Open loading door. Note
the temperature reading
inside the dryer.

Do temperature and
resistance readings
approximately match
thermistor chart?
(See Figure 63).

YES

NO

Control and
thermistor seem
to be operating
correctly. Check
airflow.

Disconnect
electric power to
dryer and replace
thermistor.

Reconnect wires to
thermistor and check
for broken, loose or
incorrect wiring between
control and thermistor.

Wiring okay?

YES

Problem probably not
due to electronic
control or thermistor.
Refer to this Service
Manual for checks not
related to electronic
control.

After all checks have
been performed and a
heat problem still exists,
always disconnect
electric power to dryer
and replace the
thermistor before
replacing the control.

NO

Refer to
wiring
diagram
and correct.

YES

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a WARNING

Rev. 3

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

Temp. °F

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

-20 826000 55 87200 125 16900

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

-15 697000 60 76600 130 15200

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be
reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

-10 590500 65 67350 135 13800

Resistance

Ohms

Thermistor Chart

Temp. °F

Resistance

Ohms

Temp. °F

Resistance

Ohms

- 5 501500 70 59400 140 12400
0 427000 75 52500 145 11300
5 364800 77 50000 150 10200
10 312500 80 46500 155 9300
15 268400 85 41300 160 8400
20 231200 90 36700 165 7700
25 199600 95 32700 170 7000
30 172800 100 29100 175 6400
35 150000 105 26100 180 5900
40 130500 110 23300 185 5400
45 113800 115 20900 190 4900
50 99500 120 18800 195 4500

Figure 63

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82

a WARNING

Rev. 3

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

84.SYMPTOM: “oP” APPEARS IN TIME DISPLAY

Disconnect electric power to dryer
and remove front panel and check
for broken, loose or incorrect
wiring between thermistor and
control.

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Wiring between terminals on
control and the thermistor
terminals okay?

YES

Remove wires from thermistor and
take resistance reading across the
thermistor terminals.

Did you read zero Ohms?

NO

Was temperature near thermistor
below 30oF? For safety purposes,
the control will go into the “oP”
condition if the temperature near
the thermistor falls below 30oF.

YES

Reconnect wires to thermistor and
reconnect electric power to dryer.
Press REGULAR AND START pads
to start dryer. The dryer will heat
for three minutes to raise the
temperature above 30oF.

NO

YES

NO

Refer to wiring diagram and
correct.

Disconnect electric power to
dryer and replace thermistor.

Disconnect electric power to
dryer and replace thermistor.

Did “oP” appear in display after
three minutes?

YES

Recheck from beginning. If
problem persists, always
disconnect electric power to dryer
and replace thermistor before
replacing the control.

NO

Normal operation.

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a WARNING

Rev. 3

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

85.SYMPTOM: “SH” APPEARS IN TIME DISPLAY

Disconnect electric power to
dryer and remove front panel and
control hood.

Check shorted wiring between
terminals on control and
thermistor.

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Wiring between control and
thermistor okay?

YES

Remove wires from thermistor
and take resistance reading
across the thermistor terminals.

Is zero Ohms read?

NO

Was temperature near thermistor
above 175oF when control went
into “SH” condition? For safety
purposes, the control will go into
the “SH” condition if the
temperature near the thermistor is
above 175oF.

YES

NO Refer to wiring diagram and

correct.

YES

NO

Disconnect electric power to
dryer and replace thermistor.

Disconnect electric power to
dryer and replace thermistor
and if problem persists,
disconnect electric power to
dryer and replace control.

Cool thermistor down and go to
Symptom: Improper Heat or
Drying Times, paragraph 83.

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84

a WARNING

Rev. 3

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

86.SYMPTOM: DRYER GOES INTO COOL-DOWN IN ABOUT FIVE MINUTES AND LOAD IS NOT DRY.

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Was drying rack being
used?

NO

Was a small load being
dried?

NO

Disconnect electric power
to dryer, remove connector
P3 from control.

With a paper clip or some
other piece of non­resistive metal, short out
the moisture sensor strips
on the front bulkhead.

YES

YES

Was time dry used?

NO

Must use time dry
when using the
Drying Rack.

A small load may not
hit the moisture
sensor normal
operation. Use Time
Dry.

YES

Disconnect electric
power to dryer and
replace control.

Measured resistance
across connector P3 zero
Ohms?

YES

Disconnect electric power
to dryer and replace
control.

NO

Check wiring from
control to sensor or
check sensor.

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RS3200001 (502992R3)

a WARNING

Rev. 3

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

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87.CONTROL REPLACEMENT (Figure 64)

When a problem with the electronic control is
detected during the diagnostic cycle, or while
making the electrical tests we have discussed,
the control is replaced as a complete unit. Due to
the sensitivity of the electronic control, careful
handling is required. As a precautionary
measure, we recommend the use of a grounded
wrist strap when handling the electronic controls.
The wrist strap, cord and alligator clip are
designed to carry away any electrostatic charge
from your body and to direct the charge to an
available ground. By using this static protection
device, potential electrostatic discharge problems
associated with the handling of the electronic
control will be minimized. Always handle the
electronic control by the metal edges. If a wrist
strap is not available, touch the dryer while it is
plugged in before handling the control to
dissipate any charge.

To replace the control, first unplug the dryer.
Remove all of the wires connected to the control
and take out the screws securing the control to
the control hood. When removing wires from the
control, hold down on the board near the
appropriate terminal, and disconnect the wires
using a pliers. Do not pull on wires.

The new control is supplied in a special anti­static wrapping, and protected by anti-static
foam. While holding the metal edges, remove the
control from the foam and the wrapping. Lift the
inoperative control off the mounting bracket and
place it on the anti-static wrapping. Before
positioning the new control in the control hood,
peel off the protective plastic coating from the
front side of the control, then fasten the control
down with the screws. Following the wiring
diagram, reconnect the wires to the new control,
then replace the control hood.

IMPORTANT: Take care when handling the
original control. It must be carefully placed in
the anti-static wrapping and the anti-static foam
which was removed from the new control. A
copy of the replacement report, shown on Page
87, must be completely filled out and returned
with the control. Warranty credit will not be
issued if the control is not wrapped properly.

RS3200001 (502992R3)

Figure 64

86

a WARNING

Rev. 3

Electronic Control Board Replacement Report

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

Installation Date:

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

Model No.

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

Date Failed:
Serial No.:
Service Company Identification No.:

1. What was the customer's complaint?

2. Mark the cause of the complaint in the appropriate box below:

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Washer Control Failure

Failure in Diagnostic Cycle
Transformer:

Resistance not in 60-100 Ohm range between E1
and E2?

Hot Water Relay K5:

120 Volts not found between P4-1 and E2 in hot
fill?

Cold Water Relay K6:

120 Volts not found between P4-4 and E2 in cold
fill?

Speed Relay K2:

120 Volts not found between E2 and P3-5 in low
speed?

120 Volts not found between E2 and P3-4 in high
speed?

Agitation Relay K3:

120 Volts not found between P3-3 and E2 in
agitation?

Dryer Control Failure

Failure in Diagnostic Cycle
Transformer:

Resistance not in 60-100 Ohm range between E1
and E2?

Motor Relay K1:

120 Volts not found between P4-1 and E2.?

Heat Relay K2:

With E3 disconnected, 120 Volts not found
between E3 and E2?

Temperature Regulating Circuit:

“SH” appears in the display window when the
exhaust temperature is less than 175oF?

”OP” appears in display window when the dryer
has heated for three minutes.

Ambient temperature is not what control shows in
temperature diagnostics. (Allow dryer to return to
room temperature before running diagnostics.)

120 Volts found between P3-3 and E2 in spin?

Spin Relay K3:

120 Volts not found between P3-1 and E2 during
spin?

120 Volts found between P3-1 and E2 during
agitation?

Ambient temperature is not what control shows in
temperature diagnostics. (Allow washer to return
to room temperature before running diagnostics.)

Both copies of this form must be completed and returned with the control board.

Warranty is void if control board is returned improperly packed or damaged.

Dryer Moisture Sensor Control Failure

Timer Motor Relay K702:

120 Volts not found between “M” and “T”?

Heat Relay K701:

120 Volts not found between “E2” and “E3”?

Temperature Regulating Circuit:

Timer, thermistor, moisture sensor and Temp/
dryness control are functioning and work
correctly.

87

RS3200001 (502992R3)

a WARNING

Rev. 3

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

Service Procedures Unique to the

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

Electromechanical Dryers with

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

SECTION VIII

Moisture Sensor

a WARNING
To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

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88.DRYER OPERATION

Select TIMER setting in cycle desired:
AUTOMATIC PERMANENT PRESS/KNITS,
AUTOMATIC REGULAR, AUTOMATIC
DELICATE, TIME DRY, or NO HEAT.

The AUTOMATIC cycles control the temperature
and drying time. The TIME DRY cycle
temperature is controlled by the TEMP/
DRYNESS control.

Push the TIMER knob to start dryer.
TO STOP DRYER AT ANY TIME: Open the

dryer door.

89.AUTOMATIC CYCLES

The AUTOMATIC CYCLES will determine the
time needed by use of a moisture sensor located
below the lint screen (Figure 41) and a
thermistor.

The TEMP/DRYNESS control should be set just
to the right of MED/NORMAL.

90.NO HEAT

This cycle will tumble and circulate room
temperature air through the load. Use for any
items that should not be dried with heat.

Set TIMER for length of time desired.

91.TIME DRY

The TIME DRY cycle will operate the dryer for
the number of minutes set by the user. In this
cycle, the temperature is set by the TEMP/
DRYNESS control.

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88

a WARNING

Rev. 3

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

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92.CONTROL REPLACEMENT

See paragraph 93 on handling of electronic
parts, both new and those to be returned.

Disconnect electric power to dryer. Remove
control hood per instructions in paragraph 5-13.
Carefully remove connectors at P1, H3 and E1
through E3 on the control, Figure 65.

Working on one corner of the PC board at a
time, depress the locking tab on the plastic
stand-off with a needle nose pliers and lift that
corner free.

The new control is supplied in an anti-static bag
and protected by anti-static packaging. Carefully
remove control from packaging and bag and
snap into place on the stand-offs. Re-connect
P1, H3, and E1 through E3, Figure 64.

Re-install control hood and supply power to the
dryer. Verify operation per paragraph 5-13.

Moisture Sensor Printed Circuit Board

Figure 65

89

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RS3200001 (502992R3)

Rev. 3

93.TIMER CONTACT POINTS.

a WARNING
To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

CIRCUIT TO BE TESTED CONTA CTS

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

Timer Motor L1 and M

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be
reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

Main Motor L1 and M
Signal Control S and BZ
Auto Regular DC and C
Auto Perm Press DC and B
Auto Delicate DC & B & C
Cool-Down DC & A

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Time Dry

DC & A & B

Push-to-Start M and S

Figure 66

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Figure 67

90

Rev. 3

94. TEMP/DRYNESS CONTROL RESISTANCE CHART

a WARNING
To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

POTENTIOMETER (OHMS) AUTOMATIC SETTINGS TIME DRY TEMP °F

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

0

70
140
210
280
350
420
490

D AMP
D AMP
D AMP
D AMP
D AMP
D AMP
D AMP
D AMP

110
112
114
116
118
120
122
124

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560
800
940

1100
1260
1420
1580
1800

1900
2165
2390
2615
2840
3065
3290
3500

4000
5000
6000
7000
8000
9000

10000

NORM AL
NORM AL
NORM AL
NORM AL
NORM AL
NORM AL
NORM AL
NORM AL

EXTRA DR Y
EXTRA DR Y
EXTRA DR Y
EXTRA DR Y
EXTRA DR Y
EXTRA DR Y
EXTRA DR Y
EXTRA DR Y

MOST DR Y
MOST DR Y
MOST DR Y
MOST DR Y
MOST DR Y
MOST DR Y
MOST DR Y

126
128
130
131
132
133
134
135

136
137
138
139
140
141
142
143

144
145
146
147
148
149
150

NOTE: Resistance measurements taken with potentiometer disconnected from harness.

Figure 68

91

RS3200001 (502992R3)

a WARNING

Rev. 3

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

95. SYMPTOM: TIMER DOES NOT ADVANCE.

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Cycle seems long (greater than 75
minutes) for some large wet loads
but timer does advance .

NO

Disconnect electric power to dryer
and remove control hood, see
paragraph 5-13. Verify that timer
motor leads are securely attached to
M and T on timer (Figure 67).

Disconnect timer motor at T on timer
(harness connection at T remains).
Measure resistance between the now
free lead and the lead still attached
to M on timer.

Infinite Ohms or zero Ohms read?

NO

Reconnect timer motor lead to “T”.
Reconnect electric power to dryer
and verify 120 Volts between E1 and
E2 on control. Set timer to the TIME
DRY cycle and push to start.
Measure AC volts between M and T
on timer (Figure 67).

YES

YES

Normal operation.

Disconnect electric power to
dryer and replace timer.

Approximately 120 Volts between M
and T?

YES

Disconnect electric power to dryer
and inspect all wiring. Reconnect
electric power to dryer and verify
again that timer does not advance.

Disconnect electric power to dryer
and replace timer.

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NO

Disconnect electric power to
dryer and replace control.

92

a WARNING

Rev. 3

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

96. SYMPTOM: HEATER DOES NOT TURN ON OR NO HEAT.

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Is machine in a NO HEAT cycle?

NO

Disconnect electric power to dryer
and remove the control hood and
verify that orange wire is securely
attached to E3 on board. Reconnect
electric power to dryer and verify
that voltage is being applied
between terminals E1 and E2.

Approximately 120 Volts between E1
and E2?

YES

Disconnect electric power to dryer.
With an Ohm meter, verify that
TIMER switches are correct for the
cycle per Figure 66.

Disconnect thermistor connector.

Disconnect electric power to dryer.
Disconnect wire from terminal E3 on
control. Disconnect thermistor leads
at thermistor. Hook volt meter to E3
and E2 on control. This will simulate
a call for heat.

YES

NO

Normal operation.

Disconnect electric
power to dryer and
check for broken,
loose or incorrect
wiring.

NO

Measure resistance between
wires going to thermistor.

Is zero Ohms read?

YES

Remove front panel and
disconnect the thermistor.
Check resistance across
terminals.

Reconnect electric power to dryer.
Turn Dryness Control to maximum
and timer to the beginning TIME
DRY cycle. Press start.

Approximately 120 Volts between E3
and E2 in five seconds?

YES

Disconnect electric power to dryer
and check motor switch, limit
thermostat, heater or gas valve and
all wiring.

NO

Disconnect electric
power to dryer and
replace control.

93

Is zero Ohms read?

YES

Disconnect electric power to
dryer and replace thermistor.

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NO

a WARNING

Rev. 3

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

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97. SYMPTOM: HEATER ASSEMBLY OR BURNER SHUTS OFF PREMATURELY. (Load does not dry.)

Is cycle and TEMP/
DRYNESS SETTING
correct for load type?

YES, IN 5 MINUTES.

Disconnect electric power
to dryer and remove control
hood. Verify that moisture
sensor connector (P1)
on board is secure.

Short out sensor bars in
cylinder and verify zero
Ohms at P1. Clean sensor
bars.

Remove front panel and
verify that connectors to
the moisture sensor are
secure.

Verify that if drying rack is being used,
TIMER is set on TIME DRY.

With dryer cold and with a damp load,
set timer to an automatic cycle, set
Dryness Control for load size and
desired dryness. Press start and verify
that the heat circuit operates.

Does heater turn on or burner fire after
3 seconds?

YES

Does heat turn off prematurely and
stay off?

NO

Disconnect electric power to dryer and
with an Ohm meter, verify that TIMER
switches are correct for the cycle,
Figure 66.

Verify that Dryness/Temp. Control
potentiometer is secure (Figure 68) and
functional (paragraph 94).

Refer to Thermistor chart Figure 63
and, if necessary, disconnect electric
power to dryer and replace.

Check motor switch, limit thermostat,
exhaust, gas valve, or heater.

Check all wiring.

NO

Refer to paragraph 96.

YES, IN 3 MINUTES.

Disconnect electric power to
dryer and open hood. Verify
that thermistor 3 pin Molex
housing is secure.

Unplug thermistor connector
and measure resistance
across terminals leading
to thermistor.

Infinite Ohms?

NO

YES

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Disconnect electric power to dryer and
replace control.

Check all wiring.

Disconnect electric
power to dryer and
replace control.

94

Remove front panel and
disconnect the thermistor.
Check resistance across
terminals.

NO

Infinite Ohms?

Disconnect electric power to
dryer and replace thermistor.

YES

a WARNING

Rev. 3

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

98. SYMPTOM: CLOTHES ARE TOO HOT WHEN REMOVED FROM DRYER.

Verify that correct level has been
chosen for the load.

Verify correct timer operation per
symptom: “Timer Does Not Advance,”
paragraph 95.

Disconnect electric power to dryer.
With an Ohm meter, verify that TIMER
switches are correct for the cycle per
Figure 68.

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Verify thermistor temperature and
resistance readings and wire to
control per Figure 63 .

Approximate match?

YES

Reconnect electric power to dryer.
Load machine with damp bath towel
load. Set temperature/dryness control
for damp and set timer to automatic
delicate cycle. Place thermometer or
temperature probe on inside of
bulkhead and verify 100-120oF
temperature at end of first cycle.

Disconnect electric power to dryer
and check lint filter screen and air
path throughout machine, including
seals and venting.

NO

NO

Disconnect electric power
to dryer and replace
thermistor.

Disconnect electric power
to dryer and replace
control.

95

RS3200001 (502992R3)

a WARNING

Rev. 3

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

SECTION IX

Wiring Diagrams

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Models LE7121*M, LE7153*B, LE7153*M, LE7163*M and LE8457*2

RS3200001 (502992R3)

No. 501414R1

96

a WARNING

Rev. 3

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

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Models LE8407*2, LE8517*2 and LE8567*2

No. 500728

97

RS3200001 (502992R3)

a WARNING

Rev. 3

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

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RS3200001 (502992R3)

No. 500727r3

Model LE8607*2

98

a WARNING

Rev. 3

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.

• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.

• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.

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No. 500737R2

Model LE9207*2

99

RS3200001 (502992R3)