Gas Valve (Gas Models); Hi-Limit Thermostat - GE Profile DPGT650GH Technical Service Manual

Hi-Limit Thermostat

The hi-limit thermostat is located on the rear left
side of the heater housing on the electric model, and
on the right, upper side of the combustion chamber
on the gas model.
Electric Model Location
Hi-Limit Thermostat
Gas Model Location
Hi-Limit Thermostat
• The hi-limit thermostat monitors incoming air
temperature.
• If the hi-limit thermostat reaches a temperature
beyond its maximum temperature rating, it will
trip and disable the heating function only.
• Heating functions will be restored when the hi-
limit thermostat cools and resets.
• The hi-limit thermostat on the electric model has
a trip temperature of 230°F (110°C) and a reset
temperature of 194°F (90°C).
• The hi-limit thermostat on the gas model has
a trip temperature of 194°F (90°C) and a reset
temperature of 158°F (70°C).
To remove the hi-limit thermostat:
1. Remove the front panel and the drum. (See
and .)
Panel Drum
2. Disconnect the lead wires from the hi-limit
thermostat.
3. Remove the 2 Phillips-head screws that hold the
hi-limit thermostat to the housing.

Gas Valve (Gas Models)

The gas valve assembly is located in the bottom,
right, front corner of the dryer cabinet.
• The gas valve consists of 2 valves operated by
12 VDC solenoid coils.
• The valves are either in an open or closed state,
depending on whether the coils are energized
by the main control board.
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