A guest rotated my wifes Whirlpool dryer timer knob forceably in the wrong direction. The timer unit now will not countdown from an inital setting towards zero (runs continually once started)--internal clock can be heard ticking but knob does not move. The unit is about two years old model #LSQ8243HQ0.
Is it time for a new timer assembly or can an internal repair be made?
Thanks for any help/suggestions.
Tut
Sorry folks--model # LER7646EQ2
K'Sleep--
Thanks for your input--I had hoped for a loose gear that might need an allen wrench.;-)
Tut
I was unaware one could turn a dryer knob in the wrong direction. I believe it would be a mistake to blame your guest for this terrible misfortune. And, is it not your dryer too?
David, on the Illinois prairie.
David--
Can you provide any insight into how this problem might be fixed?
Thanks
Tut
Well, since it is already broken, you can drill out the rivets and take a look inside of it, to see if its repairable. You may just find a handful of springs and gears flying out at you though.
K'Sleep
Sounds good--thanks again!
Tut
The part number for the timer is 3976580. It retails for $70.00 or so. You can, of course, easily replace it yourself.
David, on the Illinois prairie.
Thanks David,
I ended up disassembling the timing unit, several small screws held it together. A brass cog had popped out of the motor drive--it was pressed back in place then super glued.
Everything now seems to be working normally--the wife said "thanks for fixing my dryer"--the guest, my daughter said, "sorry dad, I'll be sure to turn the knob clockwise next time." ;-))
Tut
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