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Maytag MED5800TW - Electric Dryer Technical Education

Centennial electric & gas dryers
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TECHNICAL EDUCATION
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CENTENNIAL
ELECTRIC & GAS
DRYERS
MODELS: MED5900TW0 MGD5900TW0
MED5800TW0 MGD5800TW0
MED5700TW0 MGD5700TW0
MED5600TW0 MGD5600TW0
MED5500TW0 MGD5500TW0
JOB AID 8178629

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  • Page 1 ML-4 TECHNICAL EDUCATION ™ CENTENNIAL ELECTRIC & GAS DRYERS MODELS: MED5900TW0 MGD5900TW0 MED5800TW0 MGD5800TW0 MED5700TW0 MGD5700TW0 MED5600TW0 MGD5600TW0 MED5500TW0 MGD5500TW0 JOB AID 8178629...
  • Page 2 FORWARD ™ This Maytag Job Aid, “Centennial Electric & Gas Dryers” (Part No.8178629), provides the In- Home Service Professional with information on the installation, operation, and service of the ™ Centennial Electric & Gas Dryers. For specific information on the model being serviced, refer to the “Use and Care Guide,”...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Page GENERAL ............. . 1-1 Dryer Safety .
  • Page 4 Page DIAGNOSTICS & TROUBLESHOOTING ........6-1 Diagnostics .

  • Page 5: General

    GENERAL DRYER SAFETY Your safety and the safety of others are very important. We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. 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 6: Model & Serial Number Designations

    MODEL & SERIAL NUMBER DESIGNATIONS MODEL NUMBER MODEL NUMBER 00 T BRAND M = Maytag ACCESS / FUEL T = Top Load G = Gas F = Front Load H = Horizontal W = Work Space V = Vertical E = Electric...

  • Page 7: Model & Serial Number Label & Tech Sheet Locations

    MODEL & SERIAL NUMBER LABEL & TECH SHEET LOCATIONS The Model/Serial Number Label and Tech Sheet locations are shown below. Model/Serial Number Label Location Tech Sheet Location (Access Inside Console)

  • Page 8: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS MED5900T (E) MED5800T (E) MED5700T (E) MED5600T (E) MED5500T (E) Model MGD5900T (G) MGD5800T (E) MGD5700T (G) MGD5600T (G) MGD5500T (G) Capacity (cu. ft.) ™ • • • • • GentIeBreeze Drying System Wrinkle Prevent 120 Min. Option 90 Min. Option 90 Min.

  • Page 9: Installation Information

    INSTALLATION INFORMATION INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS TOOLS AND PARTS Parts supplied: 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 10: Location Requirements

    LOCATION REQUIREMENTS NOTE: No other fuel-burning appliance can be installed in the same closet as a dryer. WARNING INSTALLATION CLEARANCES The location must be large enough to allow the dryer door to open fully. Dryer Dimensions Explosion Hazard 22-3/4 " Keep flammable materials and vapors, "...
  • Page 11 Mobile Home - Additional Installation Re- * " 3 c 6 . " 4 1 * . x quirements . n i 6 . 5 * " 8 This dryer is suitable for mobile home instal- . 5 4 lations. The installation must conform to the Manufactured Home Construction and Safety .
  • Page 12 ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS - • This dryer is manufactured ready to install with a 3-wire electrical supply connection. U.S.A. ONLY The neutral ground conductor is perma- Electric Models Only nently connected to the neutral conductor (white wire) within the dryer. If the dryer It is your responsibility is installed with a 4-wire electrical supply •...

  • Page 13: Grounding Instructions

    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 14: Electrical Requirements

    ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS - • Do not use an extension cord. CANADA ONLY If you are using a replacement power sup- ply cord, it is recommended that you use Electric Models Only Power Supply Cord Replacement Part Num- WARNING ber 3394208. For further information, please reference the service numbers located in the “Assistance or Service”...
  • Page 15 ELECTRICAL CONNECTION - DIRECT WIRE U.S.A. ONLY WARNING Electric Models Only POWER SUPPLY CORD WARNING Fire Hazard Use 10 gauge solid copper wire. Use a UL listed strain relief. Disconnect power before making Fire Hazard electrical connections. Use a new UL listed 30 amp power Connect neutral wire (white or center supply cord.
  • Page 16 • 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 17 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 18 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 19 Connect ground wire (green or bare) of 3-wire connection: Power Supply Cord power supply cable to external ground Use where local codes permit connecting conductor screw. Tighten screw. cabinet-ground conductor to neutral wire. A. 3-wire receptacle (NEMA type 10-30R) B. 3-wire plug C.
  • Page 20 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 power supply cable under the center screw of termi- You have completed your electrical con- nal block (hook facing right).
  • Page 21 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 22: Gas Models Only

    ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS Gas Models Only • For a grounded, cord-connected dryer: WARNING 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 23: Gas Supply Requirements

    GAS SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS GAS SUPPLY LINE • 1/2˝ IPS pipe is recommended. WARNING • 3/8˝ approved aluminum or copper 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 below).
  • Page 24 GAS SUPPLY CONNECTION BURNER INPUT REQUIREMENTS REQUIREMENTS Elevations above 10,000 ft (3048 m): • Use an elbow and a 3/8˝ flare x 3/8˝ NPT • When installed above 10,000 ft (3048 m) adapter fitting between the flexible gas con- a 4% reduction of the burner B.T.U. rating nector and the dryer gas pipe, as needed shown on the model/serial number plate is to avoid kinking.

  • Page 25: Venting Requirements

    Do not use a metal foil vent. Vent products can be purchased from your Failure to follow these instructions can dealer or by calling Maytag Services. For result in death or fire. more information, see the “Assistance or Ser- vice” section of the “Use & Care Guide.”...
  • Page 26 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 27: Plan Vent System

    PLAN VENT SYSTEM NOTE: The following kits for close clearance alternate installations are available for pur- Recommended exhaust installations chase. Please see the “Assistance or Service” Typical installations vent the dryer from the rear section of the “Use & Care Guide” to order: of the dryer.
  • Page 28 Determine vent path The Vent system chart provides venting re- quirements that will help to achieve the best • Select the route that will provide the drying performance. straightest and most direct path outdoors. Vent system chart • Plan the installation to use the fewest num- ber of elbows and turns.

  • Page 29: Install Vent System

    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 30: Connect Vent

    CONNECT VENT A combination of pipe fittings must be used to connect the dryer to the exist- Using a 4˝ (10.2 cm) clamp, connect vent ing gas line. Shown is a recommended to exhaust outlet in dryer. If connecting to connection.

  • Page 31: Reverse Door Swing

    REVERSE DOOR SWING Attach door hinges to dryer door so that the larger hole is at the bottom of the You can change your door swing from a right- hinge. side opening to a left-side opening, if de- sired. Remove door strike (E) from cabinet. Use a small, flat-blade screwdriver to gently remove 4 hinge hole plugs (F) on left side of cabinet.

  • Page 32: Complete Installation

    COMPLETE INSTALLATION • Controls are set in a running or “On” position. Check that all parts are now installed. If • Start button has been pushed firmly. there is an extra part, go back through the • Dryer is plugged into a grounded outlet steps to see which step was skipped.

  • Page 33: Product Operation

    PRODUCT OPERATION DRYER USE WARNING WARNING 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 34: Starting Your Dryer

    STARTING YOUR DRYER 8. If desired, add fabric softener sheet. Follow instructions on the package. This section covers several different models. 9. Push the START button. Your dryer may not have all of the cycles and features described. HOW AUTOMATIC DRYING WORKS Before using your dryer, wipe the dryer drum When you are using the Auto Moisture Sensing with a damp cloth to remove dust from storing...
  • Page 35 NOTE: The rack must be removed for normal 2. Put wet items on top of rack, leaving space tumbling. Do not use the automatic cycle with between items. Do not allow items to hang the drying rack. over the edge of the rack. Close the door. 3.

  • Page 36: Dryer Care

    DRYER CARE CLEANING THE DRYER LOCATION 2. Push the lint screen firmly back into place. Keep dryer area clear and free from items that would obstruct the flow of combustion and ven- As Needed Cleaning tilation air. 1. Roll lint off the screen with your fingers. WARNING 2.
  • Page 37 VACATION AND MOVING CARE 1. Disconnect power. 2. Disconnect wiring. VACATION CARE 3. Make sure leveling legs are secure in dryer Operate your dryer only when you are at home. base. If you will be on vacation or not using your dryer for an extended period of time, you should: 4.

  • Page 38: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING DRYER OPERATION Dryer will not run Unusual sounds • Has a household fuse blown, or has a • Has the dryer had a period of non-use? circuit breaker tripped? If the dryer hasn’t been used for a while, The drum may be turning, but you may not there may be a thumping sound during the have heat.
  • Page 39 DRYER RESULTS WARNING Clothes are not drying satisfactorily, drying times are too long, or load is too hot • Is the lint screen clogged with lint? Lint screen should be cleaned before each load. Explosion Hazard WARNING Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from dryer.
  • Page 40 • Is the automatic cycle ending early? Loads are wrinkled The load may not be contacting the sensor • Was the load removed from dryer at the strips. Level the dryer. end of the cycle? Change the dryness level setting on Au- •...

  • Page 41: Component Access

    COMPONENT ACCESS ™ This section instructs you on how to service each component inside the Maytag Centennial Electric & Gas Dryers. The components and their locations are shown below. COMPONENT LOCATIONS Electric Dryer Components Electronic Control DC Heater Relay Wrinkle Prevent Switch...

  • Page 42: Removing The Control Panel Components

    REMOVING THE CONTROL PANEL COMPONENTS WARNING Position the control panel so that the rear cover is facing you, remove the six cover screws, and remove the cover. Electrical Shock Hazard Rear Console Cover Screw (6) Disconnect power before servicing. Replace all parts and panels before AC Heater operating.
  • Page 43 To remove the DC motor and DC heater d) Unsnap the push to start switch from relays: its holder and remove it. a) Disconnect the wire connectors from the relay terminals. b) Loosen one screw, remove the other screw, and remove the relay from the Holder control panel.
  • Page 44 To remove the control board: 10. To remove the timer: a) Disconnect wire connectors PS01 a) Pull the knob off the timer. through PS04 from the board termi- b) Disconnect the wire connectors from nals. the timer terminals and electronic con- b) Push the end of the locking tab stop trol board connector PT1.

  • Page 45: Removing The Door Switch And Cabinet Front

    REMOVING THE DOOR SWITCH AND CABINET FRONT WARNING To remove the door switch: a) Disconnect the door switch connector from the harness connector. Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing. Replace all parts and panels before operating. Failure to do so can result in death or Door Switch Connector electrical shock.
  • Page 46 To remove the cabinet front: c) Pull the cabinet front forward slightly, lift and unhook it from the two bottom a) Disconnect the door switch connector hangers, and remove the front. from the harness connector. b) Remove the left and right screws from the inside of the cabinet front.

  • Page 47: Removing The Drum And Front Panel Bearings

    REMOVING THE DRUM AND FRONT PANEL BEARINGS WARNING Drum Bearing Locking Tabs 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. Unplug dryer or disconnect power. Turn off gas supply to dryer.

  • Page 48: Removing The Belt, Drum, & Rear Rollers

    REMOVING THE BELT, DRUM, & REAR ROLLERS c) Lift the drum and remove it with the WARNING belt from the dryer. Remove Drum & Belt 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.
  • Page 49 a) Left Roller Only: Remove the support b) Push the triangular clip off the grooved bracket screw, and pull the support slot in the roller shaft, and pull the roll- bracket and the round press-on nut off er off the shaft. the end of the roller shaft.

  • Page 50: Removing The Drive Motor

    REMOVING THE DRIVE MOTOR Lift the top tab, and disconnect the wire har- WARNING ness connector from the drive motor. Electrical Shock Hazard Top Tab Disconnect power before servicing. Replace all parts and panels before operating. Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock.
  • Page 51 Place a 13/16˝ wrench on the back of the blower wheel, and a 7/16˝ wrench on the front of the drive motor shaft (flatted). Blower Wheel Turn the drive motor shaft to the right (clockwise) and loosen the blower wheel (left-hand thread).

  • Page 52: Removing The Thermal Fuse & Exhaust Thermistor

    REMOVING THE THERMAL FUSE & EXHAUST THERMISTOR WARNING 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. Unplug dryer or disconnect power. Turn off gas supply to dryer. Remove the rear panel (see page 4-13 for the procedure).

  • Page 53: Removing The High-Limit Thermostat And Thermal Cutoff (Tco)

    REMOVING THE HIGH-LIMIT THERMOSTAT AND THERMAL CUTOFF (TCO) (GAS MODELS ONLY) WARNING b) Remove the two hex-head screws and remove the high-limit thermostat. To remove the thermal cutoff (TCO): a) Remove the two wires from the TCO terminals. b) Remove the hex-head screw, unhook the end of the bracket, and remove Electrical Shock Hazard the TCO.
  • Page 54 REMOVING THE THERMAL CUTOFF (TCO), HEATER, AND INLET THERMISTOR / HIGH-LIMIT THERMOSTAT (ELECTRIC MODELS ONLY) WARNING Thermal Cutoff (TCO) Electrical Shock Hazard Screw Disconnect power before servicing. Replace all parts and panels before operating. Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock.
  • Page 55 d) Remove the two hex-head screws from e) Using a flat-blade screwdriver, pry the the heater assembly and remove the inlet thermistor terminal off the heater assembly. terminal, and remove the thermistor from the assembly. Heater Assembly Screws Heater Assembly Heater Assembly Terminal Pry Tab Off With Screwdriver Lift &...

  • Page 56: Removing The Flame Sensor And Gas Burner Assembly (Gas Models Only)

    REMOVING THE FLAME SENSOR AND GAS BURNER ASSEMBLY (GAS MODELS ONLY) WARNING To remove the flame sensor: a) Remove the two wires from the sensor terminals. b) Remove the hex-head screw, then un- hook the tab, and remove the flame sensor from the burner venturi.
  • Page 57 To remove the coils from the burner Flame Sensor assembly: Connector a) Remove the burner assembly (see step b) Disconnect the 2-pin and 3-pin con- nectors from the coil terminals. c) Remove the two screws from the brack- et, and lift the two coils off their cores. Burner Harness Connector Support Bracket Screw...

  • Page 58: Removing The Moisture Sensor And Metal Oxide Varistors (Movs)

    REMOVING THE MOISTURE SENSOR AND METAL OXIDE VARISTORS (MOVS) WARNING To remove the metal oxide varistors (MOVs): a) Pull out and remove the lint screen. b) Remove the two cabinet top screws from the lint screen air duct. Electrical Shock Hazard Lint Screen Disconnect power before servicing.
  • Page 59 Disconnect the two wires from the termi- Moisture Sensor Strip Terminal Connectors nals of the moisture sensor strips. Unlock and disconnect the moisture sen- sor harness connector with the Metal Ox- ide Varistors (MOVs) from the main har- ness. Moisture Sensor Harness Connector Sensor MOVs...

  • Page 60: Removing The Drum Light Assembly

    REMOVING THE DRUM LIGHT ASSEMBLY WARNING 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 61: Component Testing

    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. is corrosion on connectors.

  • Page 62: Thermal Fuse & Exhaust Thermistor

    WARNING 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 & THERMAL FUSE & EXHAUST THERMISTOR THERMAL CUTOFF (TCO) (GAS MODELS ONLY) Thermal Fuse High-Limit Thermostat...

  • Page 63: Flame Sensor

    WARNING 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 GAS BURNER COILS Burner Coils Refer to page 4-16 for the procedure for ac- cessing the flame sensor.

  • Page 64: Burner Ignitor

    WARNING 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. ELECTRIC HEATER BURNER IGNITOR (DUAL ELEMENT) Burner Ignitor 2-Wire Connector Dual Element Heater Refer to page 4-14 for the procedure for ac- Refer to page 4-16 for the procedure for ac- cessing the electric heater.

  • Page 65: Thermal Cutoff (Tco) And Inlet Thermistor/High-Limit Thermostat

    WARNING 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. THERMAL CUTOFF (TCO) AND Refer to page 4-14 for the procedure for ac- cessing the thermal cutoff (TCO) and inlet INLET THERMISTOR/ thermistor/high-limit thermostat.

  • Page 66: Drive Motor

    WARNING 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 Main Winding: Blue Wire (In Back and Bare) Copper Wire (Pin 5) Connector Refer to page 4-10 for the procedure for ac- Start Winding:...

  • Page 67: Diagnostics & Troubleshooting

    DIAGNOSTICS & TROUBLESHOOTING DIAGNOSTICS WARNING 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. DIAGNOSTIC GUIDE LESS DRY TEST Before servicing, check the following: Begin with a fully assembled, empty dryer with clean lint screen.
  • Page 68 Activating The Test Mode Test Mode Functionality Set the following configuration: When the control is in test mode, every input change of state will result in an audible beep • Door - must be open (with the exception of the End of Cycle Signal •...

  • Page 69: Component Tests

    Push to Start (PTS) Timer Wrinkle Prevent Switch Signal Switch Switch Temperature Switch Electronic A.C. Heater Relay D.C. Heater Relay D.C. Motor Relay Control Board COMPONENT TESTS • When this is found, go to step 5. • If neither of the plug terminals have Supply Connections Test—Electric continuity with the left-most contact of This test assumes that proper voltage is pres-...
  • Page 70 Supply Connections Test—Gas Timer Test Unplug dryer or disconnect power. Perform the diagnostic test on pages 6-1 & 6-2 to determine that the timer motor advanc- Remove the cover plate from the back of es (should run continuously). If the timer does the dryer and check that the power cord not advance or fails the diagnostic test: is firmly connected to the dryer’s wire...
  • Page 71 Door Switch Test Wrinkle Prevent Switch (On/Off) Test Unplug dryer or disconnect power. Gray Check door switch continuity. Neutral to P2-6 on the electronic control should WRINKLE GUARD read closed with the door closed, and White open with the door open. Unplug dryer or disconnect power.
  • Page 72 • If open, replace the high limit thermo- Thermal Cut-Off Test stat. This unit is equipped with a “one-shot” ther- • If closed, apply heat. It should open at mal cut-off. See Thermal Components illus- about 250°F (121°C). Otherwise, re- trations.
  • Page 73 Thermistor Test Or Dryer Beeps 3 Times The correct exhaust temperatures are When Push To Start (PTS) Pressed as follows: An electronic temperature sensor called a therm- EXHAUST TEMPERATURES istor is used in this model in place of an operat- TEMPERATURE HEAT TURNS HEAT TURNS...
  • Page 74 Gas Valve Test IMPORTANT: Be sure all harness wires are looped back through the strain relief after Unplug dryer or disconnect power. checking or replacing coils. Remove harness plugs. Use an ohmmeter to determine if a gas valve coil has failed. Measure resistance across terminals.

  • Page 75: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE / TEST Refer to Motor Strip Circuit, page 7-3 or 7-6. – SUPPLY CONNECTIONS – HARNESS/CONNECTION – MOTOR RELAY – PUSH TO START (PTS) SWITCH DRYER WILL NOT RUN. – THERMAL FUSE – MOTOR –...

  • Page 76: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING Check continuity of motor centrifugal switch: PROBLEM: Dryer Will Not Run • 1M to 2M terminals should be open Refer to Motor Strip Circuit, page 7-3 or 7-6; the off condition. Manually operating and Troubleshooting Guide, page 6-9. the switch should close 1M to 2M. This Unplug dryer or disconnect power.
  • Page 77 PROBLEM: Dryer Heats During If the dryer does not stop after the set time elapses: Air Fluff (No Heat) Cycle • Unplug dryer or disconnect power. Refer to Heater Strip Circuit, page 7-3 or 7-6; • Check the motor relay. Continuity of re- and Troubleshooting Guide, page 6-9.
  • Page 78 PROBLEM: Timer Continuously Verify the Blue wire and the Black L1 wires are in the correct positions. See Advances timer illustration on page 7-2 or 7-5. Refer to Timer Drawing, page 7-2 or 7-5; Mo- Test the timer by following the proce- tor Strip Circuit, page 7-3 or 7-6;...

  • Page 79: Wiring Diagrams & Strip Circuits

    WIRING DIAGRAMS & STRIP CIRCUITS Electric Dryers WIRING DIAGRAM...
  • Page 80 Start Winding Contacts Timer Main Winding 1M 2M 3M 5M 6M Wire Colors Blue Black Violet White Function Start White Green- Blue Violet Black PT-1 Yellow = Contacts closed Centrifugal Switch (Motor) Timer Pluggable Drive Motor Switch...

  • Page 81: Strip Circuits

    STRIP CIRCUITS MOTOR R – LINE L2 L1 LINE – BK 240 VOLTS W – NEUTRAL 120 VOLTS NEUTRAL TERMINAL TIMER LINKED TO ELECTRONIC CONTROL CABINET PT-1 P2-6 TIMER DOOR DOOR SWITCH P1-1 P3-2 HEATER PK-BK MOTOR RELAY CENTRIFUGAL SWITCH P2-7 MOTOR MAIN...

  • Page 82: Gas Dryers

    Gas Dryers WIRING DIAGRAM...
  • Page 83 Start Winding Contacts Main Winding Function 1M 2M 3M 5M 6M Start Violet Blue White Black Green/Yellow = Contacts closed Black Blue White Centrifugal Switch (Motor) White Blue WHITE Gas Valve Pluggable Drive Timer Motor Switch Wire Colors Blue Black Red Violet White PT-1 Timer...

  • Page 84: Strip Circuits

    STRIP CIRCUITS MOTOR L1 LINE – W – NEUTRAL 5–15P PLUG 120 VOLTS TIMER ELECTRONIC CONTROL PT-1 P2-6 TIMER DOOR DOOR SWITCH P1-1 P3-2 HEATER LOW PK-BK MAIN MOTOR 2.4–3.6 Ω RELAY 48 VDC P2-7 CENTRIFUGAL SWITCH MOTOR START PK-BK P1-5 START SENSE BU-BK...
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  • Page 87: Product Specifications

    PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS WARRANTY INFORMATION SOURCES IN THE UNITED STATES: FOR PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS AND WARRANTY INFORMATION CALL: FOR WHIRLPOOL PRODUCTS: 1-800-253-1301 FOR KITCHENAID PRODUCTS: 1-800-422-1230 FOR ROPER PRODUCTS: 1-800-447-6737 FOR TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE WHILE AT THE CUSTOMER’S HOME CALL: THE TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE LINE: 1-800-832-7174 HAVE YOUR STORE NUMBER READY TO IDENTIFY YOU AS AN AUTHORIZED IN-HOME SERVICE PROFESSIONAL FOR LITERATURE ORDERS:...

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