Kenmore Oasis 110.67032600 Manual

Kenmore Oasis 110.67032600 Manual

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ELECTRIC & GAS DRYER
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SOURCE 110
2006
Electric Models:
110.67032600
110.67042600
110.67052600
110.67062600
110.67072600
110.67082600
110.67086600
110.67087600
110.67092600
Manual No: 26210206
Gas Models:
110.77032600
110.77042600
110.77052600
110.77062600
110.77072600
110.77082600
110.77086600
110.77087600
110.77092600

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  • Page 1 Manual No: 26210206 SOURCE 110 2006 ELECTRIC & GAS DRYER Electric Models: Gas Models: 110.67032600 110.77032600 110.67042600 110.77042600 110.67052600 110.77052600 110.67062600 110.77062600 110.67072600 110.77072600 110.67082600 110.77082600 110.67086600 110.77086600 110.67087600 110.77087600 110.67092600 110.77092600 CONFIDENTIAL - Sears Internal Technical Reference Material Do Not Distribute To Anyone Other Than A Sears Associate ©...
  • Page 2 Kenmore Elite Appliance Warranty ........
  • Page 3 SECTION 1 GENERAL DRYER SAFETY Your safety and the safety of others is very important. We have provided many important safety messages in this Service Manual and on the appli- ance. Always read and obey all safety messages. This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.
  • Page 4 MODEL & SERIAL NUMBER DESIGNATIONS MODEL NUMBER MANUFACTURING NUMBER SOURCE CODE PRODUCT 1 = Large Capacity Washer 2 = Extra Capacity Washer 3 = Brand Central Washers 4 = Compact Washer/B.C. Elect Dryers 5 = Brand Central Gas Dryers 6 = Electric Dryer 7 = Gas Dryer 8 = Compact Electric Dryer 9 = Compact Gas Dryer...
  • Page 5 MODEL & SERIAL NUMBER LABEL & TECH SHEET LOCATIONS The Model/Serial Number Label and Tech Sheet locations are shown below. Tech Sheet Location (Access Under Console) Model/Serial Number Location...
  • Page 6 KENMORE ELITE APPLIANCE WARRANTY ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY When installed, operated and maintained according to all instructions supplied with the prod- uct, if this appliance fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within one year from the date of purchase, call 1-800-4-MY-HOME to arrange for free repair.
  • Page 7 SECTION 2 INSTALLATION INFORMATION INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Parts supplied: TOOLS AND PARTS Remove parts package from dryer drum. Gather the required tools and parts before Check that all parts were included. starting installation. Read and follow the in- structions provided with any tools listed here. Electric Models •...
  • Page 8 LOCATION REQUIREMENTS INSTALLATION CLEARANCES The location must be large enough to allow the dryer door to open fully. Dryer Dimensions 43 ½" (110.5 cm) Explosion Hazard Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from dryer. " 14³⁄ (36cm) *29 ¼"...
  • Page 9 • Additional spacing is required if you ex- Mobile Home - Additional Installation Re- haust out the rear of the dryer to either the quirements right or left side. This dryer is suitable for mobile home instal- lations. The installation must conform to the 3"* (7.6 cm) 14"...
  • Page 10 ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS • This dryer is manufactured ready to install with a 3-wire electrical supply connection. Electric Models Only The neutral ground wire is permanently It is your responsibility connected to the neutral conductor (white wire) within the dryer. If the dryer is installed •...
  • Page 11 If your outlet looks like this: GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS • For a grounded, cord-connected dryer: This dryer must be grounded. In the event of malfunction or breakdown, ground- 4-wire receptacle (14-30R) ing will reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for Then choose a 4-wire power supply cord with ring or spade terminals and UL listed strain electric current.
  • Page 12 ELECTRICAL CONNECTION DIRECT WIRE Electric Models Only POWER SUPPLY CORD Fire Hazard Use 10 gauge solid copper wire. Use a UL listed strain relief. Fire Hazard Disconnect power before making Use a new UL listed 30 amp power electrical connections. supply cord.
  • Page 13 • Put power supply cord through the strain • Put direct wire cable through the strain re- relief. Be sure that the wire insulation on lief. The strain relief should have a tight fit the power supply cord is inside the strain with the dryer cabinet and be in a horizontal relief.
  • Page 14 4-wire connection: Power supply cord Connect ground wire (green or bare) of power supply cord to external ground IMPORTANT: A 4-wire connection is required conductor screw. Tighten screw. for mobile homes and where local codes do not permit the use of 3-wire connections. A.
  • Page 15 4-wire connection: Direct Wire Remove center silver-colored terminal block screw. IMPORTANT: A 4-wire connection is required for mobile homes and where local codes do Remove neutral ground wire from exter- not permit the use of 3-wire connections. nal ground conductor screw. Connect neutral ground wire and place the hooked Direct wire cable must have 5 ft (1.52 m) of end (hook facing right) of the neutral wire...
  • Page 16 Connect ground wire (green or bare) of 3-wire connection: Power supply cord direct wire cable to external ground con- Use where local codes permit connecting ductor screw. Tighten screw. cabinet-ground conductor to neutral wire. A. 3-wire receptacle (NEMA type 10-30R) B.
  • Page 17 Tighten strain relief screws. Loosen or remove center silver-colored terminal block screw. Insert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel. Secure cover with Place the hooked end of the neutral wire hold-down screw. (white or center wire) of direct wire cable under the center screw of terminal block You have completed your electrical con- (hook facing right).
  • Page 18 Optional 3-wire connection Connect the other wires to outer terminal block screws. Tighten screws. Use for direct wire or power supply cord where local codes do not permit connect- ing cabinet-ground conductor to neutral wire. Remove center silver-colored terminal block screw. Remove neutral ground wire from exter- Tighten strain relief screws.
  • Page 19 ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS Gas Models Only • For a grounded, cord-connected dryer: This dryer must be grounded. In the event of malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of elec- tric shock by providing a path of least resistance for electric current.
  • Page 20 GAS SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS GAS SUPPLY LINE • 1/2˝ IPS pipe is recommended. • 3/8˝ approved tubing is acceptable for lengths under 20 ft (6.1 m) if local codes and gas supplier permit. • Must include 1/8˝ NPT minimum plugged tapping accessible for test gauge connec- tion, immediately upstream of the gas con- nection to the dryer (see illustration).
  • Page 21 Option 1 (Recommended Method) BURNER INPUT REQUIREMENTS Flexible stainless steel gas connector: Elevations above 2,000 ft (610 m): • If local codes permit, use a new flexible • When installed above 2,000 ft (610 m) a stainless steel gas connector (Design Cer- 4% reduction of the burner B.T.U.
  • Page 22 VENTING REQUIREMENTS If this is a new vent system Vent material • Use a heavy metal vent. Do not use plastic or metal foil vent. • 4˝ (10.2 cm) heavy metal exhaust vent and clamps must be used. DURASAFE ™ venting products are recommended.
  • Page 23 Elbows The angled hood style (shown here) is ac- ceptable. 45° elbows provide better airflow than 90° el- bows. 4" (10.2 cm) 2½" (6.4 cm) • An exhaust hood should cap the vent to keep rodents and insects from entering the Good Better home.
  • Page 24 PLAN VENT SYSTEM This dryer can be converted to exhaust out the bottom. If you prefer, you may contact your lo- Recommended exhaust installations cal dealer to have the dryer converted. This Typical installations vent the dryer from the dryer can also be exhausted from the rear to rear of the dryer.
  • Page 25 Special provisions for mobile home instal- NOTE: Do not use vent runs longer than lations those specified in the Vent system chart. Exhaust systems longer than those speci- The exhaust vent must be securely fastened to fied will: a noncombustible portion of the mobile home structure and must not terminate beneath the •...
  • Page 26 INSTALL VENT SYSTEM Screw the legs into the leg holes by hand. Use a wrench to finish turning the legs Install exhaust hood. Use caulking com- until the diamond marking is no longer pound to seal exterior wall opening visible. around exhaust hood.
  • Page 27 CONNECT VENT A combination of pipe fittings must be used to connect the dryer to the existing gas line. Using a 4˝ (10.2 cm) clamp, connect vent Shown is a recommended connection. The to exhaust outlet in dryer. If connecting to connection may be different, according to the existing vent, make sure the vent is clean.
  • Page 28 REVERSE DOOR SWING Remove the 4 plastic plug strips located outside the dryer door opening. Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more people to move and install dryer. Failure to do so can result in back or other injury. You can change your door swing from a right- side opening to a left-side opening, if de- sired.
  • Page 29 REINSTALL THE DOOR Install the 2 hinges to the front panel of the dryer using 4 screws. Use the non- Remove the 4 screws and 2 hinges from slotted side to attach the hinge to the the dryer door. front panel. Replace the 4 screws in the same holes.
  • Page 30 COMPLETE INSTALLATION 11. Electric Models Only: When the dryer has been running for 5 minutes, open the Check that all parts are now installed. If dryer door and feel for heat. If you feel there is an extra part, go back through the heat, cancel cycle and close the door.
  • Page 31 SECTION 3 PRODUCT OPERATION CUSTOMER DIRECTIONS Explosion Hazard Fire Hazard Keep flammable materials and vapors, No washer can completely remove oil. such as gasoline, away from dryer. Do not dry anything that has ever had Do not dry anything that has ever had any type of oil on it (including cooking anything flammable on it (even after oils).
  • Page 32 STARTING THE DRYER To make changes during an Auto Dry Cycle: Follow these basic steps to start your dryer. • Press STOP. Please refer to specific sections of this manual for more detailed information. • Adjust Dryness Level. 1. Clean lint screen before each load. NOTE: Dryness Level selections can be 2.
  • Page 33 6. (OPTIONAL STEP) If desired, press CYCLE DRYING TIPS SIGNAL. A signal will sound to alert you • Follow care label directions when they are when a cycle ends. For more details, see available. “Cycle Signal.” • If desired, add a fabric softener sheet. Fol- 7.
  • Page 34 STATUS LIGHTS CHECK LINT SCREEN The Check Lint Screen light reminds you to Follow the progress of your dryer with the dry- check the lint screen. The light illuminates ing Status indicator lights. when the user selects a cycle. It goes out when the door is opened, Start is pressed, or after 5 minutes elapses.
  • Page 35 Timed Cycles BULKY/BEDDING Use Timed Cycles to select a specific amount Use this cycle to get medium heat for drying of drying time and a drying temperature. When large items that require very long drying times a Timed Cycle is selected, the Estimated Time such as jackets, comforters and pillows.
  • Page 36 MODIFIERS AIR DRY Use the Air Dry Modifier for items that require AUTO DRY CYCLE MODIFIERS drying without heat such as rubber, plastic Use the Dryness Level Modifier to select dry- and heat-sensitive fabrics. This table shows ness levels for the Auto Dry Cycles. Press examples of items that can be dried using Air Dryness Level until the desired Dryness Level Dry.
  • Page 37 When the dryer is not running, the drum light • For the Casual Cycle, WRINKLE GUARD ® will turn on when DRUM LIGHT is pressed or is preset to ON. The other Auto Dry Cycles the dryer door is opened, and it will remain on will retain the WRINKLE GUARD set- ®...
  • Page 38 DRYER RACK CHANGING MODIFIERS AND OPTIONS AFTER PRESSING START The dryer rack was shipped inside of the drum. You can change a Modifier or Option anytime be- Remove and discard shipping blocks before fore the selected Modifier or Option begins. use.
  • Page 39 4. Close the door. Suggested Items for Rack Cycle Suggested Drying Setting Time* 5. Select TIMED DRY and TIME ADJUST (minutes) MORE TIME or LESS TIME. Refer to the Washable wool items following table. (block to shape and lay flat on rack) 6.
  • Page 40 — NOTES — 3-10...
  • Page 41 SECTION 4 COMPONENT ACCESS This section instructs you on how to service each component inside the Oasis Gas & Electric Dryers. The components and their locations are shown below. COMPONENT LOCATIONS CONSOLE & TOP CABINET COMPONENTS User Interface Board Motor Control Machine (Dual Motor Models) Control...
  • Page 42 REMOVING THE USER INTERFACE BOARD, THE MACHINE CONTROL, & MOTOR CONTROL Disconnect the user interface board cable connector from machine control board connector P5. Electrical Shock Hazard Machine Control Disconnect power before servicing. Connector P5 Replace all parts and panels before operating.
  • Page 43 c) Unlock and pull the edge connector off To remove the machine control: the user interface board. a) Disconnect the machine control board connectors at P4, P2, P13, P8, and P9, then pull the red and black wires off the heater relay terminals.
  • Page 44 To remove the motor control (dual mo- b) Remove the two hex-head screws tor models): from the motor control and remove the control. a) Disconnect wire connectors MC1, MC2, and MC3 from the motor control. Motor Control Motor Control Screws...
  • Page 45 REMOVING THE MOISTURE SENSOR Disconnect the moisture sensor connec- tor from the harness connector. Electrical Shock Hazard Moisture Sensor Disconnect power before servicing. Connector Replace all parts and panels before operating. Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock.
  • Page 46 REMOVING THE CABINET FRONT AND DOOR SWITCH Door Switch Connector Electrical Shock Hazard Cabinet Front Screw (1 of 2) Disconnect power before servicing. Replace all parts and panels before operating. Failure to do so can result in death or d) Lift the front panel of the cabinet, un- electrical shock.
  • Page 47 To remove the door switch: c) Press in on the locking tabs, push the switch out of the cabinet cutout, and a) Remove the cabinet front (see step 4). remove it from the cabinet front. b) Unhook the door switch wires from the cabinet front clips.
  • Page 48 REMOVING THE DRUM LIGHT ASSEMBLY Drum Light Holder Screw Electrical Shock Hazard Drum Bulb Disconnect power before servicing. Replace all parts and panels before operating. Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock. Disconnect the wire connectors from the light socket terminals.
  • Page 49 REMOVING THE THERMAL FUSE & OUTLET THERMISTOR To remove either the thermal fuse or the outlet thermistor: a) Remove the two wires from the termi- nals. b) Remove the two 5/16˝ hex-head screws. Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing. Replace all parts and panels before operating.
  • Page 50 REMOVING THE HIGH-LIMIT THERMOSTAT & INLET THERMISTOR, THERMAL CUTOFF, AND ELECTRIC HEATER (ELECTRIC MODELS ONLY) Remove the 5/16˝ hex-head screw from the mounting bracket. Heater Housing Bracket Screw Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing. Replace all parts and panels before operating.
  • Page 51 To remove the electric heater: d) Remove the four hex-head screws from the heater housing and lift off the a) Remove the high-limit thermostat and top section. thermal cutoff from the heater housing (see steps 5 and 6 on page 4-10). b) Remove the two wires from the heater terminal block.
  • Page 52 REMOVING THE HIGH-LIMIT THERMOSTAT, THERMAL CUTOFF, FLAME SENSOR, AND GAS BURNER ASSEMBLY (GAS MODELS ONLY) Remove the belt and drum from the dry- er (see page 4-15 for the procedure). To remove the high-limit thermostat, thermal cutoff, or flame sensor: a) Remove the two wires from the termi- nals.
  • Page 53 To remove the complete burner and To remove the burner assembly: venturi assembly: a) Disconnect the gas line from the burn- a) Disconnect the gas line from the burn- er manifold at the left rear corner of er manifold at the left rear corner of the dryer.
  • Page 54 To remove the coils from the burner To remove the ignitor from the burner assembly: assembly: a) Remove the burner assembly. a) Remove the burner assembly. b) Disconnect the 2-wire and 3-wire con- b) Disconnect the 2-wire connector from nectors from the coil pins. the ignitor harness.
  • Page 55 REMOVING THE BELT, DRUM, & ROLLERS e) Loosen the two top screws and re- move the two bottom 5/16˝ hex-head screws from the front bulkhead, then carefully remove the bulkhead and bottom air duct from the front of the unit. Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing.
  • Page 56 g) Slide the belt off the back of the drum To remove a front roller: and remove it. a) Perform steps 3a through 3e to re- move the front bulkhead. b) On the front bulkhead, push the trian- gular clip off the grooved slot in the roller shaft, and pull the roller off the shaft.
  • Page 57 REMOVING THE BLOWER FAN (SINGLE MOTOR MODELS) Remove the belt from the blower fan pul- ley. NOTE: It is important that you reinstall the belt properly to prevent the blower from turning backwards. The post on the blower housing (see below) will interfere with the belt if it is installed incorrectly.
  • Page 58 Lift the blower fan assembly and turn it 11. Hold the pulley nut with a 1-1/8˝ socket or over so that the bottom side faces up. an open end wrench, and turn the blower fan with a 1/2˝ ratchet drive to remove it 10.
  • Page 59 REMOVING THE BLOWER MOTOR AND THE BLOWER FAN (DUAL MOTOR MODELS) 3/8˝ Open End Wrench Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing. Replace all parts and panels before Blower Fan Duct Opening operating. Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock.
  • Page 60 To remove the blower fan: g) Hold the top of the blower motor shaft with a 3/8˝ open end wrench. a) Remove the two 5/16˝ hex-head h) Insert the 1/2˝ ratchet handle drive screws from each of the blower fan into the center opening of the blower housing mounting brackets.
  • Page 61 REMOVING THE DRIVE MOTOR AND BELT SWITCH b) Single Motor Models Only: Remove the blower fan belt from the blower pul- ley. NOTE: It is important that you re- install the belt properly to prevent the blower from turning backwards. The post on the blower housing (see step 5 on page 4-17) will interfere with the belt if it is installed incorrectly.
  • Page 62 d) Remove the front and rear clips from To remove the belt switch: the drive motor and remove the motor a) Disconnect the two blue wires from the from its mounting bracket. belt switch terminals. b) Remove the two hex-head screws from Drive Motor the switch, and remove the switch from Clip...
  • Page 63 SECTION 5 COMPONENT TESTING Before testing any of the components, perform • Check all connections before replacing the following checks: components, looking for broken or loose wires, failed terminals, or wires not pressed • The most common cause for control failure into connectors far enough.
  • Page 64 Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing. Replace all parts and panels before operating. Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock. HIGH-LIMIT THERMOSTAT, INLET ELECTRIC HEATER THERMISTOR, & THERMAL CUTOFF (ELECTRIC MODELS ONLY) Heater Terminal Block Thermal Cutoff Inlet Thermistor High-Limit...
  • Page 65 Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing. Replace all parts and panels before operating. Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock. BURNER IGNITOR GAS BURNER COILS Burner Ignitor 2 Wire Connector Burner Coils Refer to page 4-12 for the procedure for ac- cessing the gas burner assembly.
  • Page 66 Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing. Replace all parts and panels before operating. Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock. FLAME SENSOR HIGH-LIMIT THERMOSTAT & THERMAL CUTOFF (GAS MODELS ONLY) High-Limit Thermostat Thermal Cutoff Refer to page 4-12 for the procedure for ac- cessing the flame sensor.
  • Page 67 Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing. Replace all parts and panels before operating. Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock. BLOWER MOTOR BELT SWITCH (N.O.) (DUAL MOTOR MODELS) Belt Switch Actuator Terminals Refer to page 4-19 for the procedure for ac- Refer to page 4-21 for the procedure for ac- cessing the blower motor.
  • Page 68 Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing. Replace all parts and panels before operating. Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock. DRIVE MOTOR, THERMAL Thermal Overload Terminals OVERLOAD, & CENTRIFUGAL SWITCH Drive Motor Plug Centrifugal Switch: a) Touch the ohmmeter test leads to motor plug pins 6 and 5.
  • Page 69 SECTION 6 DIAGNOSTICS & TROUBLESHOOTING Electric Dryers DISPLAY FAULT CODES The fault codes below would be indicated when attempting to start a drying cycle or after activat- ing the diagnostic test mode. DISPLAY DESCRIPTION EXPLANATION / RECOMMENDED PROCEDURE DISPLAY DESCRIPTION EXPLANATION / RECOMMENDED PROCEDURE PF flashes to indicate that a power failure F-43 flashes if the motor control detects a low...
  • Page 70 DIAGNOSTIC GUIDE If this test mode has been entered suc- cessfully, all indicators on the console Before servicing, check the following: are illuminated for 5 seconds with 88 • Make sure there is power at the wall out- showing in the Estimated Time Remain- let.
  • Page 71 Power button controls Status Rotating knob turns Start button turns on Dryer. indicators at left off indicators Temperature Dryness Level button controls button controls “More Time” controls “ Less Time” controls Turns off all indicators and Each button controls all indicators all indicators its own indicators.
  • Page 72 DIAGNOSTIC: Displaying Inlet Air Flow • The More LED will be illuminated for high voltage readings (above 260 VAC). Used to display the airflow value at the inlet of the heater box being measured by the ma- • The Normal LED will be illuminated for nor- chine control.
  • Page 73 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Some tests will require accessing components. See Figure 1 for component locations. PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE / TEST PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE / TEST NOTE: Possible Cause/Tests MUST be performed in the sequence shown for CONTROL WON’T ACCEPT SELECTIONS. User interface assembly. See TEST #6. each problem.
  • Page 74 Access the machine control electronics The drum light is controlled by the machine without disconnecting any wiring to the control on all models. To verify functionality of control board. See Accessing & Remov- the machine control: ing the Electronic Assemblies. Plug in dryer or reconnect power.
  • Page 75 Check the belt switch and drive motor. Using Figure 7, check for the resistance Access the belt switch and drive motor by values of the motor’s Main and Start removing the back panel. See Removing winding coils as shown in the following the Back Panel.
  • Page 76 Check the belt switch by measuring re- If the communication harness looks OK, sistance between the two blue wires, as go to step 4. shown in Figure 8, while pushing up the Visually check the wire harnesses con- belt switch pulley. nected to the motor control electronic assembly.
  • Page 77 TEST #4 Heater Thermal Cut-Off This test is performed when either of the fol- lowing situations occur: Inlet Thermistor/ High Limit Thermostat • Dryer does not heat Exhaust Thermistor • Heat will not shut off This test checks the components making up the heating circuit.
  • Page 78 DUAL ELEMENT MODEL: If no open circuit is detected, remove the P4 connector, then measure the resis- Unplug dryer or disconnect power. tance between P4-3 (red wire) and P4-6 Remove the front panel/drum assembly (red wire) at the connector. See Figure 16 to access the thermal components.
  • Page 79 • If wire connections are good, remove • If the thermistor resistance does not the two wires from the thermistor and agree with table, replace the exhaust replace the thermistor. See Figure 10. thermistor. • Plug in dryer or reconnect power. •...
  • Page 80 • Check the resistance of the inlet therm- TEST #4c Thermal Cut-Off mistor. See Figure 10 for the location. If the dryer does not produce heat, check the status of the thermal cut-off. INLET THERMISTOR RESISTANCE Unplug dryer or disconnect power. RES.
  • Page 81 Locate the two metal sensor strips on the Access the moisture sensor by removing face of the lint screen housing. Bridge the front panel. See Removing the Front these strips with a wet cloth or finger. Panel/Drum Assembly. Disconnect the sensor from the wire harness.
  • Page 82 Perform steps in Accessing & Removing Some buttons do not light indicators: the Electronic Assemblies, and visually Perform steps in Accessing & Removing check that the P5 connector is inserted the Electronic Assemblies, and visually all the way into the machine control elec- check the user interface assembly con- tronics.
  • Page 83 ADJUSTING CUSTOMER-FOCUSED Slowly rotate top backwards and lean against wall, or support with a prop rod. DRYING MODES Disconnect the door switch wire harness NOTE: If the customer is complaining about located on the right side. See Figure 13. the clothes being damp and the moisture sen- sor passes TEST #5, step 3, the total dry time Remove the front panel/door assembly by removing the two front cover screws...
  • Page 84 ACCESSING & REMOVING THE REMOVING THE MOTOR CONTROL ELECTRONICS (DUAL MOTOR MODELS) ELECTRONIC ASSEMBLIES 3. Remove the wire connections to the There are two electronic assemblies; the user motor control assembly. See Figure 15. interface electronics, and the machine control 4.
  • Page 85 6. Remove the cycle selector switch from REINSTALLING THE the user interface assembly opening ELECTRONIC ASSEMBLIES by lifting the locking tab on the cycle Refer to preceding removal sections and re- selector switch and turning the selec- place in reverse order. tor switch in a counterclockwise direc- NOTE: When replacing the cycle selector tion.
  • Page 86 Gas Dryers DISPLAY FAULT CODES DISPLAY DESCRIPTION EXPLANATION / RECOMMENDED PROCEDURE The fault codes below would be indicated F-43 flashes if the motor control detects a low Undervoltage voltage condition. The dryer will continue to run at F-43 when attempting to start a drying cycle or af- Warning a set blower speed.
  • Page 87 DIAGNOSTIC GUIDE If this test mode has been entered suc- cessfully, all indicators on the console Before servicing, check the following: are illuminated for 5 seconds with 88 • Make sure there is power at the wall out- showing in the Estimated Time Remain- let.
  • Page 88 Power button controls Status Rotating knob turns Start button turns on Dryer. indicators at left off indicators Temperature Dryness Level button controls button controls “More Time” controls “ Less Time” controls Turns off all indicators and Each button controls all indicators all indicators its own indicators.
  • Page 89 DIAGNOSTIC: Displaying Line Voltage DEACTIVATING THE DIAGNOSTIC TEST MODE Used to display the line voltage currently be- ing measured by the machine control: Press the Stop button twice to exit diagnos- tics. After all saved fault codes have been dis- played, press the Cycle Signal button.
  • Page 90 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Some tests will require accessing components. See Figure 1 for component locations. PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE / TEST PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE / TEST NOTE: Possible Cause/Tests MUST be performed in the sequence shown for CONTROL WON’T ACCEPT SELECTIONS. User interface assembly. See TEST #6. each problem.
  • Page 91 In a similar way, check the continuity be- • If the drum light illuminates, then power tween the L1 terminal of the plug and P9- is present at the machine control, and 2 (black wire) on the control board. See it is functional.
  • Page 92 Tension WINDING RESISTANCE CONTACT POINTS Drum Pulley Ω OF MEASUREMENT Belt Blue wire in back at pin 4 and bare copper MAIN 1.4–2.6 wire on pin 5 of black drive motor switch Blue wire in back at pin 4 and bare copper START 1.4–2.8 wire on pin 3 of black...
  • Page 93 • With the door properly closed, the ohm- Accessing the Blower Motor: meter should indicate a closed circuit Follow the steps under Removing the Front (0–2 ohms). Panel/Drum Assembly. The blower motor is • If not, replace the door switch assem- located on top of the blower housing as shown bly.
  • Page 94 Dryer does not heat: Access the machine control electronics, remove the P14 connector, then measure Locate the components using Figure 1 and the resistance between P14-3 (red-white Figure 11. wire) and P14-6 (red-white wire) at the High Limit Thermostat connector. See Figure 17, for connector Thermal Cut-Off location;...
  • Page 95 Hold a glass bulb thermometer capable of TEST #4b Thermal Fuse reading from 90° to 180°F (32° to 82°C) The thermal fuse is wired in series with the in the center of the exhaust outlet. The dryer drive motor. correct exhaust temperatures are as fol- Unplug dryer or disconnect power.
  • Page 96 TEST #4d Gas Valve Open the dryer door. If a beep tone is heard and an alphanumeric number is Unplug dryer or disconnect power. displayed on the console as soon as the Access the gas valve by removing the door is opened, a short circuit exists in front panel and drum assembly.
  • Page 97 Access the moisture sensor by removing TEST #6 Buttons and Indicators the front panel. See Removing the Front This test is performed when any of the follow- Panel/Drum Assembly. Disconnect the ing situations occurs during the Console But- sensor from the wire harness. See Fig- tons and Indicators Diagnostic Test: ure 12, and refer to the wiring diagram •...
  • Page 98 Perform the Console Buttons and Indica- • If the connections are OK, replace the tors Diagnostic test to verify repair. door switch assembly and retest. • If the door switch assembly has been re- If replacing the user interface assembly placed and dryer still does not start, re- failed: place the machine control electronics.
  • Page 99 Remove the lint screen housing by re- Push on the retaining clips located under moving the four screws holding the lint top of dryer on the right and left side us- screen housing. See Figure 15. ing a flat object such as a putty knife. See 10.
  • Page 100 ACCESSING & REMOVING THE REMOVING THE USER INTERFACE ASSEMBLY ELECTRONIC ASSEMBLIES 3. Remove the wire connections from the There are two electronic assemblies; the user user interface assembly, including the interface electronics, and the machine control P5 ribbon cable. See Figure 16. electronics.
  • Page 101 7. Locking tabs located at the bottom of REINSTALLING THE the console insert panel secure the ELECTRONIC ASSEMBLIES user interface assembly to the con- Refer to preceding removal sections and re- sole insert panel. Using a flat-blade place in reverse order. screwdriver, gently apply pressure to NOTE: When replacing the cycle selector the locking tabs to release the user in-...
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  • Page 103 SECTION 7 WIRING DIAGRAMS & STRIP CIRCUITS Electric Dryers WIRING DIAGRAMS SINGLE ELEMENT L1 LINE – BK R – LINE L2 240 VOLTS W – NEUTRAL N 120 VOLTS NEUTRAL P8-1 TERMINAL LAMP LOAD P8-3 NEUTRAL LINKED TO NEUTRAL DRUM LAMP CABINET P9-2 P8-4...
  • Page 104 STRIP CIRCUITS DRIVE MOTOR LINE – BK 120 VOLTS NEUTRAL TERMINAL LINKED TO CABINET P9-2 P8-4 DOOR DOOR SWITCH P9-1 CENTRIFUGAL SWITCH MOTOR MAIN THERMAL FUSE 1.4 – 2.6 Ω 196°F 91°C MACHINE START CONTROL BELT 1.4 – 2.8 Ω SWITCH ELECTRONICS DRIVE MOTOR...
  • Page 105 HEATER—DUAL ELEMENT L1 LINE – BK R – LINE L2 240 VOLTS N.O. HEATER CENTRIFUGAL SWITCH RELAY 1 THERMAL CUT-OFF EXHAUST THERMISTOR 352°F (178°C) P4-3 OUTLET TEMP . N.O. 10k Ω HEATER OUTLET P4-6 RELAY 2 TEMP RTN INLET THERMISTOR P4-2 INLET TEMP .
  • Page 106 Gas Dryers WIRING DIAGRAM L1 LINE – BK W – NEUTRAL N 120 VOLTS MC2-1 PHASE 3 MC1-3 MOTOR BLOWER NEUTRAL N.C. MOTOR MC2-3 CONTROL PHASE 2 N.C. MC1-1 PHASE 3 ELECTRONICS N.C. MC2-5 N.C. MC1-2 PHASE 2 PHASE 1 DUAL MOTOR PHASE 1 MC1-4...
  • Page 107 STRIP CIRCUITS MOTOR L1 LINE – BK W – NEUTRAL N 120 VOLTS P9-2 P8-4 DOOR DOOR SWITCH MACHINE CONTROL CENTRIFUGAL SWITCH ELECTRONICS MAIN 1.4–2.6 Ω P9-1 MOTOR START BELT 1.4–2.8 Ω SWITCH DRIVE MOTOR 1/3 H.P . BLOWER MOTOR (DUAL MOTOR MODEL) L1 LINE –...
  • Page 108 MOISTURE SENSOR L1 LINE – BK W – NEUTRAL N 120 VOLTS P9-2 P8-3 NEUTRAL NEUTRAL P13-1 MOIST. MACHINE SENSOR MOVS CONTROL SENSOR ELECTRONICS P13-2 MOIST RTN CENTRIFUGAL PLUGGABLE DRIVE SWITCH (MOTOR) MOTOR SWITCH GAS VALVE White Blue Contacts Green-Yellow Black-White 2M 3M 5M 6M...

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