ALLIANCE Dryers Service manual

Home Dryers

Refer to Page 6 for Model Numbers

D715I www.comlaundry.com

Part No. 512176R2

January 2012

Table of

Contents

Section 1 – Safety Information

Locating an Authorized Servicer ..................................................... 4

Section 2 – Introduction

Customer Service ............................................................................ 5

Nameplate Location ........................................................................ 5

Model Identification ........................................................................ 6

How Your Dryer Works .................................................................. 7

Section 3 – Dryer Troubleshooting

1. No Timer Advance In Automatic Cycles ................................. 8

2. Dryer Motor Does Not Run ...................................................... 10

3. Dryer Stops in Cycle; Quits After the First Few Loads;

Has a Burning Smell; Cycles On Motor Thermal

Protector ................................................................................... 12

4. Dryer Motor Runs But Cylinder Does Not Turn ...................... 13

5. Dryer Motor Does Not Stop .................................................... 14

6. Dryer Runs Only When Door is Open ..................................... 15

7. Dryer Heating Assembly Does Not Heat or Burner

Does Not Ignite ......................................................................... 16

8. Igniter Does Not Glow (Gas Supply Sufficient) –

Gas Dryer Models ..................................................................... 18

9. Burner Ignites and Goes Out Repeatedly –

Gas Dryer Models ..................................................................... 19

10. Igniter Glows But Burner Does Not Ignite –

Gas Dryer Models ..................................................................... 20

11. Dryer Heater Assembly or Burner Shuts Off Prematurely ....... 21

12. Dryer Heater Assembly or Burner Repeatedly Cycles

Off On Limit Thermostat .......................................................... 22

13. Dryer Heater Assembly or Burner Does Not Shut Off ............. 24

14. Clothes Do Not Dry in Dryer ................................................... 25

15. Timer Does Not Advance in Automatic Cycle ......................... 26

16. Clothes Are Too Hot When Removed From Dryer .................. 27

17. Excessive Chattering or Vibrating Noise in Dryer ................... 28

18. Excessive Humming or Whistling Noise in Dryer ................... 29

Section 4 – Adjustments

19. Leveling Legs ........................................................................... 30

20. Burner Flame (Gas Models) ..................................................... 31

Section 5 – Test Procedures

21. Timer Contacts ......................................................................... 32

22. Fabric Selector Switch .............................................................. 33

23. Drive Motor .............................................................................. 34

24. Motor Switch ............................................................................ 37

25. Burner System Operation ......................................................... 39

26. Electrical Circuit To Ignition System (Gas Models) ................ 40

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27. Gas Valve Coils Check (Gas Models) ...................................... 40

28. Sensor Check (Gas Models) ..................................................... 41

29. Igniter Check (Gas Models) ..................................................... 41

30. Thermal Fuse (Electric Models) ............................................... 42

31. Heater Assembly (Electric Models) ......................................... 42

32. Cycling or Limit Thermostat .................................................... 42

33. Door Switch .............................................................................. 43

Section 6 – Internal Wiring of Dryer Motor Switch


Section 1

Safety Information

Throughout this manual and on machine decals, you will find precautionary statements (“CAUTION,”

“WARNING” and “DANGER”) followed by specific instructions. These precautions are intended for the personal safety of the operator, user, servicer, and those maintaining the machine.

DANGER

Danger indicates an imminently hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will cause severe personal injury or death.

WARNING

Warning indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could cause severe personal injury or death.

CAUTION

Caution indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, may cause minor or moderate personal injury or property damage.

Additional precautionary statements (“IMPORTANT” and “NOTE”) are followed by specific instructions.

IMPORTANT

The word “IMPORTANT” is used to inform the reader of specific procedures where minor machine damage will occur if the procedure is not followed.

NOTE

The word “NOTE” is used to communicate installation, operation, maintenance or servicing information that is important but not hazard related.

In the interest of safety, some general precautions relating to the operation of this machine follow.


Section 1 Safety Information

WARNING

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

• Disconnect electric power to the dryer(s) before servicing.

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

• Never start the dryer(s) 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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WARNING

• Failure to install, maintain, and/or operate this machine according to the manufacturer’s instructions may result in conditions which can produce serious injury, death and/or property damage.

• Do not repair or replace any part of the machine or attempt any servicing unless specifically recommended or published in this Service Manual and that you understand and have the skills to carry out.

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

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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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WARNING

If you or an unqualified person perform service on your machine, 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. Common sense, caution and care must be exercised when installing, maintaining or operating the machine.

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

Locating an Authorized Servicer

Alliance Laundry Systems is not responsible for personal injury or property damage resulting from improper service. Review all service information before beginning repairs.

Warranty service must be performed by an authorized technician, using authorized factory parts. If service is required after the warranty expires, Alliance Laundry Systems also recommends contacting an authorized technician and using authorized factory parts.

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Section 2

Introduction

Customer Service

If literature or replacement parts are required, contact the source from whom the machine was purchased or contact Alliance Laundry Systems at (920) 748-3950 for the name and address of the nearest authorized parts distributor.

For technical assistance, call (920) 748-3121.

Nameplate Location

When calling or writing about your product, be sure to mention model and serial numbers. Model and serial numbers are located on nameplate(s) as shown.

Nameplate

D412PE1A


Section 2 Introduction

Model Identification

Information in this manual is applicable to these dryers:

ADE30RGS171TW01

ADE3LRGS171TW01

ADE41FSS171TN01

ADE4BFGS171TW01

ADE4BRGS171TW01

ADG30RGS111TW01

ADG3LRGS111TW01

ADG41FSS111TN01

ADG4BFGS111TW01

ADG4BRGS111TW01

AES17AWF

AES20AWF

AES28AWF

AES28AWF1500

AES68AWF

AES68AWF1500

AGS17AWF

AGS20AWF

AGS28AWF

AGS68AWF

ASE30FGW171TW01

ASG30FGW111TW01

CES68AWF

CES68AWF1500

CGS68AWF

KES18AWF

KES18AWF1500

KGS18AWF


How Your Dryer Works

Lint

Filter

Section 2 Introduction

Cylinder

Heater

Duct Blower

Fan

The dryer uses heated air to dry loads of laundry. When the motor is started, the exhaust fan pulls room temperature air in through louvers at the rear of the dryer and over the heat source (burner flame for gas and heating element for electric). The heated air moves through the heater duct and into the cylinder, where it circulates through the wet load. The air then passes through the lint filter, air duct, and exhaust fan, where it is vented to the outdoors.

The dryer has an automatic drying feature. At cycle start, when fabric is wet and the temperature inside dryer is cool, the heat source (burner on gas models and heating element on electric models) is energized and heats the cylinder until operating temperature (as set on Fabric Selector) is reached. Power is not supplied to timer motor while heat source is energized during an automatic cycle. The heat source runs for longer periods of time in the beginning of the cycle, when it is working to reach the operating temperature, resulting in very little timer

advancement. As the fabric dries and the cylinder heat is maintained, the heat source is powered less, allowing the timer to advance to cycle end. If dryer heats but timer does not advance, refer to Paragraph 1.


Section 3

Troubleshooting

WARNING






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IMPORTANT: Refer to wiring diagram for aid in testing dryer components.

1. NO TIMER ADVANCE IN AUTOMATIC

CYCLES

For a description of Automatic drying feature, refer to

SECTION 2. If dryer heats but the timer does not advance, perform the following service procedures:

Electric Dryers

1. Remove any damp clothing from the dryer.

2. Set the timer to an Automatic cycle. Set fabric selector switch to Regular.

3. Remove the top 3 screws holding the control hood to the rear panel.

4. Start dryer by pushing in timer knob.

5. Using a volt/ohm meter set to AC voltage, measure the voltage across terminal “T” and

terminal “M” on timer. Refer to Figure 1.

6. Meter should read no voltage when the unit is first started and the dryer is still heating.

Continue to monitor these points until the heating element has shut off (this will take several minutes even with an empty load). When the heating element shuts off, meter should read 120

Volts and the timer motor should advance the cycle.

7. If meter does not read 120 Volts after the unit has reached proper operating temperature use meter to check for 120 AC Voltage between terminal

“A” and terminal “N” (neutral) on the timer.

8. If voltage is present, recheck voltage between

“T” and “M”.

9. If voltage is present, but timer does not advance, replace timer.

10. If meter does not read 120 Volts at “A” and “N”, check the wire connections at the heating element and timer (blue/black wire). If the connections are good, UNPLUG dryer, remove wire at terminal “A” on timer and perform an ohms check on wire continuity between the heating element and timer. If the wire shows continuity, replace timer.


“T”

“A”

L3

T

H

L2

L2

A

R

No. 270

S

N

M

P/B

L1 P/B

RSPC TM

MODEL 275BEF

MOD

60-1

KI

NGSTON

XXX VAC 3 WATT

“N”

“M”

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Figure 1

Gas Dryers

1. Remove any damp clothing from the dryer.

2. Set the timer to an Automatic cycle. Set fabric selector switch to Regular.

3. Remove the top 3 screws holding the control hood to the rear panel.

4. Start dryer by pushing in timer knob.

5. Using a volt/ohm meter set to AC voltage, measure the voltage across terminal “T” and

terminal “N” on timer. Refer to Figure 1.

6. Meter should read no voltage when the unit is first started and the dryer is still heating.

Continue to monitor these points until the burner has shut off (this will take several minutes even with an empty load). When the burner shuts off, meter should read 120 Volts and the timer motor should advance the cycle.

7. If voltage is present, but the timer does not advance, replace timer.

8. If meter does not read voltage, check the wiring continuity using ohm scale on meter. UNPLUG dryer. Remove Red/Black striped wire from terminal “T” on timer and perform an ohms check between the timer wire and the cycling thermostat terminal, where the Red/Black stripe wire attaches on the cycling thermostat (located on the blower assembly). If the wire shows continuity, reattach the wire on terminal “T” of timer. Replace cycling thermostat and check for proper operation.

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Section 3 Troubleshooting

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2. DRYER MOTOR DOES NOT RUN

Dryer motor does not run.

Is power cord plugged in?

Yes

No

Plug in cord.

Is timer improperly set?

No

Yes

Reset timer or try another cycle.

Is timer inoperative?

Yes

Test timer and replace if inoperative.

No

Is electrical power off or fuse blown? Check laundry room for blown or loose fuse(s), or open circuit breaker(s). The dryer itself doesn't have an electrical fuse.

Yes

Turn power on or replace fuse. Check both fuses for electric models.

Are motor starting functions inoperative, does not start, or motor just hum?

Yes

Refer to

Adjustments section to check motor switch and motor windings.

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No

Is loading door closed?

No

Close door.

Yes

Is door switch inoperative?

Yes

No

Test switch and replace if inoperative.

No

Is motor dead, won't run?

No

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Yes

Refer to

Adjustments section to check motor switch, motor windings and main windings.

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DRYER MOTOR DOES NOT RUN (CONTINUED)


Has motor overload protector cycled?

No

Yes

Wait two or three minutes for overload protector to reset. If protector cycles repeatedly, refer to next flowchart.

Is motor centrifugal switch sticky or plugged with lint?

Yes

Remove dust or lint and spray with a cleaner and lubricant.

No

Is there a bind in motor bearing?

No

Yes

Remove belt and determine if motor shaft will spin.

Replace motor if shaft is locked up.

Is motor wire harness connection block loose?

Yes

Firmly press connection block onto motor switch.

No

Is wiring broken, loose or incorrect?

No

Yes

Refer to wiring diagram.

Is power cord miswired?

Yes Refer to wiring diagram for correct wiring.



3. DRYER STOPS IN CYCLE; QUITS AFTER THE FIRST FEW LOADS; HAS A BURNING SMELL;

CYCLES ON MOTOR THERMAL PROTECTOR

Dryer stops in cycle, quits after first few loads, has burning smell or cycles on motor thermal protector.

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Is voltage incorrect?

No

Is clothes load too large?

No

Yes

Yes

Refer to nameplate in door well for correct voltage. Refer to

Installation

Instructions (supplied with unit) for electrical requirements.

Remove part of load. A normal washer load is a normal dryer load.

Maximum load: dryer cylinder one half full of wet clothes.

Is clothes cylinder binding?

Yes

No

Check cylinder for binding and "out of round" condition.

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.

Is there broken, loose or incorrect wiring?

Yes


No

Are motor switch functions inoperative?

Yes

Refer to

Adjustments section to check switch and windings.

No

Is there a short in motor winding?

Yes

Refer to

Adjustments section to check switch and windings.

No

Is a clothes item caught in fan?

Yes Check fan for obstruction.


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4. DRYER MOTOR RUNS BUT CYLINDER DOES NOT TURN

Dryer motor runs but cylinder does not turn.

Is motor drive pulley loose?

Yes

Tighten pulley.

Is belt "inside out" ?

Yes

Reinstall belt with ribbed surface against cylinder.

No

No

Is belt installed on pulley?

No

Install belt.

Yes

Is idler arm binding?

No

Yes

Add grease between idler arm and motor mount.

Replace idler arm and bolt if needed.

Is cylinder belt broken?

Yes

Replace belt.

No

Is clothes cylinder binding?

No

Yes

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.

Is dryer overloaded?

No

Is the wrong motor installed?

Yes Remove some laundry from dryer.

Yes

Refer to parts manual for correct motor part number.

No

Is idler lever spring broken, weak or disconnected?

No

Is belt routed on wrong side of idler lever?

Yes

Yes

Replace or reconnect spring.

Reroute belt.

Is the wrong belt installed?

No

Yes

Check belt part number against correct part number in parts manual and replace belt if needed.

Is idler arm bent?

Yes

Replace idler arm.

No

Is there oil on cylinder?

No

Yes

Wipe oil from cylinder.

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5. DRYER MOTOR DOES NOT STOP

Dryer motor does not stop.

Is wiring to motor switch incorrect?

Yes


No

Is motor centrifugal switch sticky or plugged with lint?

Yes

Remove dust or lint and spray with a cleaner and lubricant.

No

Is door switch inoperative?

No

Yes Test switch and replace if inoperative.


Yes Test timer and replace if inoperative.

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6. DRYER RUNS ONLY WHEN DOOR IS OPEN

Dryer runs only when door is open.

Is door switch miswired?

Yes

Rewire door switch. Refer to wiring diagram.

No

Replace door switch.

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7. DRYER HEATING ASSEMBLY DOES NOT HEAT OR BURNER DOES NOT IGNITE

Dryer heating assembly does not heat or burner does not ignite.

Is exhaust system improper or inadequate?

Yes

Refer to

Installation

Instructions

(supplied with unit) for exhaust requirements.

Is timer improperly set

(set in a cooldown period, or a no heat cycle)?

Yes

Reset timer. Try another cycle.

No

No

Is exhaust duct made of plastic or thin foil?

Yes

Replace with rigid or semirigid metal exhaust duct.

Is limit thermostat inoperative?

Yes

Test thermostat and replace if inoperative.

No

No

Is drive motor switch inoperative?

Yes


Is house fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped?

No

Yes

Check fuses or circuit breakers.

No

Electric Models:

Is heater assembly inoperative?

Yes

Test heater assembly and replace if cold

Ohms do not read between 9 and 10.5

Ohms.

Is temperature selector switch set at FLUFF, or inoperative?

Yes

Reset or test switch and replace if inoperative.

No

No

Electric

Models: Is thermal fuse inoperative?

Yes

Test thermal fuse and replace if inoperative.

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No



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Gas Models:

Is gas supply insufficient?

No

Yes

Check gas shut-off valve in dryer and main gas line valve. Open partially closed gas shut-off valve or correct low gas pressure.

Gas Models: Is harness properly connected to gas controls?

Yes

No

Check harness connections to gas valve coils, sensor and main harness.

Reconnect as required.

Gas Models:

Is gas flow in gas orifice restricted?

Yes

Clean out gas orifice.

Gas Models:

Are gas valve coils inoperative?

Yes

Test coils and replace if inoperative.

Refer to

Dryer Test

Procedures section.

No

No

Is cycling thermostat inoperative?

Yes


Gas Models:

Is sensor inoperative?

Yes Test sensor and replace if inoperative.

No

No


Yes


Gas Models:

Is igniter inoperative?

No

Yes

Test igniter and replace if inoperative.

Refer to Dryer

Test


No


Yes



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8. IGNITER DOES NOT GLOW (GAS SUPPLY SUFFICIENT) – GAS DRYER MODELS

Gas dryer models: Igniter does not glow (gas supply sufficient).

Is there power to power leads on valve (pink and blue wires)?

No

Check thermostats, motor switch and wiring.

Yes

Has flame sensor failed with contacts open?

Yes

Replace sensor.

No

Is igniter broken or open?

Yes

Replace igniter.

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9. BURNER IGNITES AND GOES OUT REPEATEDLY – GAS DRYER MODELS

Gas dryer models: Burner ignites and goes out repeatedly.


Yes

Refer to

Installation

Instructions


No

Is weather hood flapper restricted?

Yes

No

Refer to

Installation

Instructions


Is igniter cracked?

Yes

Replace igniter and bracket.

No

Are gas valve coils inoperative or intermittent?

Yes

Check coils and replace appropriate coils.

Refer to Dryer

Test Procedures section.

Is burner heat holding sensor contacts open?

No Replace sensor or correct gas supply problem.

Yes


Yes

Check gas supply and pressure.

Make sure gas shut-off valve is turned on.

No


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10. IGNITER GLOWS BUT BURNER DOES NOT IGNITE – GAS DRYER MODELS

Gas dryer models: Igniter glows but burner does not ignite.

Is sensor improperly installed on burner housing?

Yes

Loosen screw and properly position the sensor on the burner housing.

Did sensor fail in closed position?

Yes

Replace sensor.

No

Is secondary coil or holding coil open?

Yes

Replace gas valve (in warranty) or replace coils

(out of warranty). Refer to Dryer Test


No


Yes

Check gas supply and pressure. Make sure gas shutoff valve is turned on.

No

Are igniter and bracket improperly installed on burner tube assembly?

Yes

Loosen screw and properly position igniter and bracket on burner tube assembly.

No


11. DRYER HEATER ASSEMBLY OR BURNER SHUTS OFF PREMATURELY


Dryer heater assembly or burner shuts off prematurely.


Yes

Refer to

Installation

Instructions


No

Is weather hood flapper restricted?

Yes

Refer to

Installation

Instructions


No

Gas Models: Is gas supply insufficient?

Yes

Check main gas line shut-off valve. Open partially closed gas shut-off valve or correct low pressure.

No

Gas Models: Is dryer properly equipped for type of gas used?

No

Refer to "Gas

Burner Conversion

Procedures" supplied in gas burner conversion kit.

Yes

Cycling off on limit thermostat?

No

Yes

Momentarily connect a jumper wire across thermostat terminals. If heater element heats or burner ignites when jumper wire is connected, refer to next flowchart.

Gas Models: Is sensor contact closing?

No


Yes Test thermostat and replace if inoperative.

No

Yes

Replace sensor or adjust burner flame (refer to

Adjustments section).


Yes


No

Gas Models:

Is burner flame improperly adjusted?

Yes

Adjust flame.

Refer to

Adjustments section.


Yes


No



12. DRYER HEATER ASSEMBLY OR BURNER REPEATEDLY CYCLES OFF ON LIMIT

THERMOSTAT

Dryer heater assembly or burner repeatedly cycles off on limit thermostat.

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Is external exhaust system longer or providing greater restriction than recommended?

Yes

Refer to

Installation

Instructions

(supplied with unit) for exhaust system requirements.

Is there lint or other obstruction in external exhaust system?

Yes

Disassemble and clean exhaust system.

No

No

Is exhaust duct made of plastic or thin foil?

Yes

Replace with rigid or semi-rigid metal exhaust duct.

No

Is lint filter clogged?

Yes

No

Clean lint filter.

Is there lint in internal dryer ductwork?

No

Yes Disassemble dryer ductwork and clean.

Is hinged damper on exhaust system weather hood not free to open?

No

Is limit thermostat cycling at too low a temperature?

Yes

Yes

Free hinged damper or replace weather hood.

Replace thermostat.

No



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Is there an air leak around loading door?

(Door not sealing due to damaged seal or inoperative door catch)?

Yes

Replace seal or catch.

No

Is there an air leak at blower seal?

Yes

Check and replace seal if necessary.

No

Is there an air leak at cylinder seal(s)?

Yes

Check and replace seal(s) if necessary.

No

Is there an air leak at front panel seal?

Yes

Check and replace seal if necessary.


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13. DRYER HEATER ASSEMBLY OR BURNER DOES NOT SHUT OFF

Dryer heater assembly or burner does not shut off.

Is motor switch inoperative?

(Must be in a heat setting.)

Yes


No

Motor does not stop?

Yes Refer to Dryer

Motor Does Not

Stop paragraph.

No

Is wiring incorrect?

Yes

No


Has heater assembly shorted?

Yes

Remove heater assembly and check for short.

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14. CLOTHES DO NOT DRY IN DRYER

Clothes do not dry in dryer.

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Does heater assembly not heat or burner not ignite?

No

Yes

Refer to Dryer

Heating

Assembly Does

Not Heat or

Burner Does

Not Ignite paragraph.

Is there too much water in articles being dried?

Yes

Remove excess water.

No

Is laundry load too large?

No

Is laundry load too small?

No

Yes

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

Yes Add one or two bath towels to load.

Is there excessive lint on lint filter?

Yes

No

Clean lint filter.

Is heat selector switch or timer inoperative?

No

Yes

Test and replace switch or timer if inoperative.


Yes

Refer to

Installation

Instructions


No

Does heater assembly or burner shut off prematurely?

Yes

Refer to Dryer

Heater

Assembly or

Burner Shuts

Off Prematurely paragraph.

No

Gas Models:

Is gas line pressure too high or too low?

Yes

If Natural Gas line pressure to dryer exceeds 8 inch water column pressure, or is lower than 4 inch water column, ask Gas

Company to correct.

No

Is belt installed improperly

(low RPM)?

Yes


Check for proper installation.

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15. TIMER DOES NOT ADVANCE IN AUTOMATIC CYCLE

Timer does not advance in automatic cycle.

Is large load drying?


Yes


No

Yes

Timer will not advance until the load is almost dry.

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No Is wiring broken, loose or incorrect?

Yes


Electric

Models: Is resistor inoperative?

Yes

Test resistor and replace if inoperative.

No

Heater assembly does not heat or burner does not ignite?

Yes

Refer to Dryer

Heating

Assembly Does

Not Heat or

Burner Does

Not Ignite paragraph.

No

Heater assembly or burner cycles off prematurely?

Yes

Refer to Dryer

Heater

Assembly or

Burner Shuts

Off Prematurely paragraph.

No


Yes

Refer to

Installation

Instructions


No

No

Is timer motor inoperative?

No

Are seals inoperative

(air leaks)?

Yes

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.

Yes

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 front or rear bulkhead.

5. Gap between air duct and filter mounting.



16. CLOTHES ARE TOO HOT WHEN REMOVED FROM DRYER

Clothes are too hot when removed from dryer.


Yes

Refer to

Installation

Instructions


No

Are seals inoperative

(air leaks)?

Yes

Were clothes removed from dryer before cycle has completed?

Yes

Allow the dryer to complete the cycle through the cool-down to the

OFF position.

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 front or rear bulkhead.

5. Gap between air duct and filter mounting.

No


Yes

Test cycling thermostat and replace if inoperative.

No

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Is timer inoperative

(not allowing cool-down)?

Yes


No


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17. EXCESSIVE CHATTERING OR VIBRATING NOISE IN DRYER

Excessive chattering or vibrating noise in dryer.

Is idler spring inoperative?

Yes

Remove lower access panel. Set dryer to normal cycle and allow it to heat to operating temperature.

If the belt vibrates as it rotates around the cylinder, the idler arm is making the noise. Replace the idler spring.

No

Check blower fan for missing or cracked fan blades.

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18. EXCESSIVE HUMMING OR WHISTLING NOISE IN DRYER

Excessive humming or whistling noise in dryer.


Is blower housing inoperative?

Yes

If the abnormal operating noise is loudest at the vent exit, the problem is originating from the blower housing. Replace the current housing and cover.

No

Check blower fan for missing or cracked fan blades.

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Section 4

Adjustments

WARNING






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

19. LEVELING LEGS

Refer to Figure 2.

NOTE: Dryer should be installed on a solid and level floor. a. Place dryer in position, adjusting the legs until dryer is level.

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.

W005

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

Dryer

Base

30

Leveling

Leg

Figure 2


D351S

512176

Section 4 Adjustments

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20. BURNER FLAME (Gas Models) a. While supporting the access panel, remove two screws from bottom edge of access panel.

b. Gently lower the access panel to disengage locators from bottom edge of front panel.

c. Set timer to 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.

e. Allow the dryer to operate for approximately five minutes, then loosen the air shutter

lockscrew. Refer to Figure 3.

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 firmly. Refer to Figure 3.

h. Reinstall access panel and screws.

WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire or serious injury, the access panel must be in place during normal operation.

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

SHUT-OFF

VALVE

HANDLE

AIR SHUTTER

LOCKSCREW

512176

1/8" PIPE PLUG

(For checking manifold pressure)

Figure 3

AIR

SHUTTER

D265SE3A


Section 5

Test Procedures

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

21. TIMER CONTACTS


a. Disconnect wires from timer, except timer motor wires.

NOTE: Refer to appropriate wiring diagram when rewiring timer.

b. Manually rotate timer out of “OFF” position and into cycle.

c. Set test meter to read Ohms. The following readings should be found:

(1) Motor circuit test –

L1 and M = “zero” Ohms (closed)

(2) Heat circuit test –

L2 and H = “zero” Ohms (closed)

(3) Timer motor test –

T and M (electric models) or T and N (gas models) = approximately 2462-2714 Ohms or apply live power to timer motor terminals and motor should run.

NOTE: Timer Motor Resistance:

120 Volt, 60 Hz

240 Volt

24 Volt

2,462 – 2,714 Ohms

10,900 – 13,300 Ohms

108 – 132 Ohms

(4) Rotate timer to “cooldown” (5 minutes before “OFF”). “Infinite” (open) reading should be found between L2 and H.

(5) Rotate timer to “OFF” position. “Infinite”

(open) reading should be found between L1 and M and between L2 and H.

NOTE: Timer motor power is supplied through M

(electric models) or N (gas models) terminal.


Section 5 Test Procedures

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“H”

“L2”

No. 270

L3

T

H

L2

L2

R

A

N

S

RSPC TM

MODEL 275BEF

MOD

60-1

KI

NGSTON

XXX VAC 3 WATT

M

P/B

L1 P/B

“M”

“L1”

“H”

“L2”

L3

T

H

L2

L2

A

R

No. 270

S

N

M

P/B

L1 P/B

RSPC

TM

MODEL 275BEF

MOD

60-1

KI

NGSTON

XXX VAC 3 WATT

“M”

“L1”

Timer Motor

Wires

ELECTRIC MODELS

DRY1827S

Timer Motor

Wires

GAS MODELS

DRY1826S

22. FABRIC SELECTOR SWITCH

NOTE: Refer to proper model wiring diagram when rewiring switch.

a. Set test meter to read Ohms and apply meter probes to switch terminals.

NOTE: Refer to proper model wiring diagram when reconnecting wires.

Figure 4

FABRIC SELECTOR SWITCH – 4 Position

No Heat

Delicate

Perm. Press

Regular

X indicates closed

L1-1

–

X

–

–

L1-2

–

X

X

X

FABRIC SELECTOR SWITCH – 3 Position

No Heat

Delicate

Perm. Press/Regular

X indicates closed

L1-2

–

X

X

L1-3

X

–

–

L1-1

–

X

–



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23. DRIVE MOTOR


a. Remove motor and exhaust assembly. b. Disconnect motor wire harness at motor disconnect block.

MOTOR

DISCONNECT

BLOCK

NOTE: Refer to wiring schematic, Section 6, for internal motor switch wires.

NOTE: Drive Motor Resistance

120 Volt

240 Volt

2,460 – 3,100 Ohms

10,000 - 13,000 Ohms

2

6

4

3

5

1

MOTOR

SWITCH

2

6

4

3

5

1

G

MOTOR AND

EXHAUST

ASSEMBLY

DRIVE

MOTOR

Figure 5

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W001R1 c. Motor Switch (Refer to SECTION 6 for Internal Wiring of the Dryer Motor Switch.)

WARNING

Disconnect electric power to dryer before performing any of the following steps or when replacing inoperative motor switch.

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Unplug the motor wire harness from the motor connection block before starting this test.

Start Terminals

Note: Disconnect terminal 5 wire (yellow or copper) from motor switch before testing start terminals.

Run Terminals

Note: Reconnect terminal 5 wire (yellow or copper) to motor switch before testing run terminals.

Heater Circuit Terminals

A. Continuity exists between switch terminal 5 and terminal 3 (black or copper wire).

YES

B. Manually depress actuator.

Continuity broken between switch terminal 5 and terminal 3 (black or copper wire).

YES

C. Continuity broken between switch terminal 6 and terminal 5 (yellow or copper wire).

YES

D. Manually depress actuator.

Continuity exists between switch terminal 6 and terminal 5 (yellow or copper wire).

YES

E. Continuity broken between switch terminal 1 and switch terminal 2.

YES

F. Manually depress actuator.

Continuity exists between switch terminal 1 and switch terminal 2.

YES

Motor switch checks O.K.

NO

NO

NO

NO

NO

NO

Inoperative start switch. Replace switch.





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W001R1 d. Motor Windings (Refer to SECTION 6 for Internal Wiring of the Dryer Motor Switch.)

WARNING

Disconnect electric power to dryer before performing any of the following steps or when replacing inoperative motor switch.

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Start Winding

Run Main Winding

Protector

G. 1 – 2 Ohms between terminal

3 wire and orange or copper wire on the back of switch.

YES

H. 1 – 2 Ohms between terminal 5 wire and orange or copper wire on the back of switch wire.

YES

I. Continuity exists between orange or copper wire on back of switch and brown or blue wire in terminal 4.

YES

All motor windings check O.K.

NO

NO

NO

Inoperative start winding.

Replace motor.

Inoperative run main winding. Replace motor.

Inoperative protector.

Replace motor.



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24. MOTOR SWITCH a. Remove motor and exhaust fan assembly. b. Remove the two motor switch attaching screws.

Refer to Figure 6. Disconnect switch leads.

Remove motor switch.

c. Remove thermal overload protector.

NOTE: The thermal overload protector is unique to the motor from which it was removed and should only be used on that motor. To reduce the risk of overheating the motor, do not use any thermal overload protector other than the one taken from the inoperative motor switch in step 3.

(1) Motor with Switch on Blower End

Using a small bladed screwdriver, press the thermal overload protector mounting tab downward and remove the thermal overload protector from the inoperative

motor switch. Refer to Figure 6.

Thermal

Overload

Protector

Mounting

Tab

Motor

Switch

Figure 6

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(2) Motor with switch on pulley end

Press the tip of a small bladed screwdriver into the slot located between top of motor switch and plastic clip. Lift up on handle of screwdriver until both clip and thermal overload protector detach from motor

switch. Refer to Figure 7.

d. Attach the thermal overload protector removed in Step “c” to the new motor switch.

e. Install new motor switch onto motor and reconnect motor switch leads removed in Step

“b”. Refer to Figure 6.

f. Test motor switch by following the step-by-

step procedures included in Paragraph 23.

g. Before reinstalling the motor assembly, apply power (120 VAC) directly to motor terminals 4 and 5. Then start and run the motor at least 6 times, making sure the motor and switch are operating properly.

NOTE: The dryer manufacturer and parts suppliers are not liable for improper switch installation.

Thermal

Overload

Protector

Plastic

Clip

Top Of

Motor

Switch

Figure 7

Motor

Switch

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4 5

120 VOLT, 60 HERTZ

ELECTRICAL

SUPPLY LINE

SECONDARY

COIL

1 2 3

HOLDING COIL

AND

BOOSTER COIL

(SPLIT COIL VALVE)

SECONDARY

COIL

HOLDING

COIL

BOOSTER

COIL

SENSOR

IGNITOR

D268SE3A

D267SE3B

Figure 8

25. BURNER SYSTEM OPERATION

(Gas Models – Refer to Figure 8.)

a. Components

This burner has four basic components: a silicon carbide (glow bar) igniter, burner tube, 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.

b. Pre-Ignition Circuits

When the dryer thermostat calls for heat, circuits are completed through the holding coil, sensor, booster coil and igniter. Both coils must be energized to open the split-coil valve. Once opened, the holding coil can hold the valve open without assistance from the booster coil.

The sensor triggers the current to travel around the secondary coil and through the igniter, causing the igniter to get hot.

c. Burner Circuit

In approximately 30 seconds, the igniter attains ignition temperature and ignition is made. The heat from the burner flame causes the sensor contacts (located on burner housing beside the igniter) to open. A circuit is then completed through the secondary valve coil, opening the valve and allowing gas to flow.

d. Momentary Power Interruption

Upon resumption of power, 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 sensor contacts do reclose, the secondary valve will close, and the burner system will be in the normal pre-ignition circuit.

e. Flame Failure

In case of flame failure, the sensor contacts will re-close in about 45 seconds. This will close the secondary valve and the burner system will be in the normal pre-ignition circuit.

f. Ignition Failure

If flame is not established as sensor contacts open, secondary valve will remain open until sensor contacts re-close. 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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26. ELECTRICAL CIRCUIT TO IGNITION

SYSTEM (Gas Models) a. While supporting the access panel, remove two screws from bottom edge of access panel.

b. Gently lower the access panel to disengage locators from bottom edge of front panel. c. Close main gas shut-off valve. Refer to

Figure 3.

d. Remove valve wire harness disconnect block from the holding and booster coil. Refer to

Figure 9.

e. Plug dryer power cord into wall receptacle, and start the dryer in a heat setting (refer to the

Operating Instructions supplied with dryer).

f. Set test meter to read AC voltage and apply meter probes into terminals on the dryer harness plug that would correspond to

terminals “1” and “2” on the coil. Figure 8.

Meter should register line voltage in all Fabric settings, except NO HEAT which should read

“zero” VAC.

g. If meter does not read line voltage in step “f”, check motor switch, thermostats, fabric switch, accumulator, or timer.

SECONDARY

COIL

5

4

4 5

1

2

3

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.

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27. GAS VALVE COILS CHECK (Gas Models) a. While supporting the access panel, remove two screws from bottom edge of access panel. b. Gently lower the access panel to disengage locators from bottom edge of front panel.

c. Close main gas shut-off valve. Refer to

Figure 3.

d. Remove disconnect blocks from gas valve coils.

e. Set test meter to read Ohms and put meter

probes to terminals shown in Figure 9, and in

the following chart.

COIL TOLERANCE READINGS

Meter probes to terminals: Meter should read:

Holding Coil – Terminals 1 & 2

Booster Coil – Terminals 1 & 3

1365 ± 230 Ohms

560 ± 100 Ohms

Secondary Coil – Terminals 4 & 5 1325 ± 230 Ohms

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

D270SE3A

HOLDING

AND BOOSTER

COIL

Figure 9



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28. SENSOR CHECK (Gas Models) a. While supporting the access panel, remove two screws from bottom edge of access panel.

b. Gently lower the access panel to disengage locators from bottom edge of front panel. c. Close main gas shut-off valve. Refer to

Figure 3.

d. Remove wires from sensor terminals.

e. Set test meter to read Ohms and put meter probes on sensor terminals. Meter should read

“zero” Ohms. If meter registers an Ohm reading of any amount, replace sensor.

29. IGNITER CHECK (Gas Models) a. While supporting the access panel, remove two screws from bottom edge of access panel. b. Gently lower the access panel to disengage locators from bottom edge of front panel. c. Close main gas shut-off valve. Refer to

Figure 3.

d. Disconnect igniter wires at disconnect block.

e. Set test meter to read Ohms and put meter probes on terminals of igniter wires.

f. Meter should read between 45 – 200 Ohms.


NOTE: If meter does not read appropriate Ohms, then replace the igniter.

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

IGNITER AND

BRACKET

ATTACHING

SCREW

WHITE

CERAMIC

PORTION

SILICON CARBIDE IGNITER AND

BRACKET ASSEMBLY

D337SE3A

Figure 10



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30. THERMAL FUSE (Electric Models) a. While supporting the access panel, remove two screws from bottom edge of front access panel. b. Gently lower the access panel to disengage panel locators from bottom edge of front panel. c. Label and disconnect wires from thermal fuse.

NOTE: Refer to wiring diagram when rewiring thermal fuse.

d. Set multimeter to read Ohms. Apply meter probes to 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.

31. HEATER ASSEMBLY (Electric Models) a. While supporting the access panel, remove two screws from bottom edge of access panel. b. Gently lower the access panel to disengage panel locators from bottom edge of front panel. c. Disconnect wires from heater assembly.

NOTE: Refer to 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).

Element

Color

Code

Red

KW Voltage/Hz. Resistance Reading

5 240 V 60 Hz. 10.39 ± .31 Ohms Cold

White 4.75 208 V 60 Hz. 8.2 ± .5 Ohms Cold

Orange 5.35 240 V 60 Hz. 9.72 ± .3 Ohms Cold

Purple 4.25 208 V 60 Hz. 9.27 ± .3 Ohms Cold

32. CYCLING OR LIMIT THERMOSTAT a. While supporting the access panel, remove two screws from bottom edge of access panel. b. Gently lower the access panel to disengage panel locators from bottom edge of front panel. c. Label and disconnect wires from thermostat.

NOTE: Refer to wiring diagram when rewiring thermostat.

Cycling Thermostat (S.P.S.T. – 2 Terminals) or Limit Thermostat d. Set meter to read Ohms.

(1) Apply meter probes to the thermostat terminals.

(2) Meter should read “zero.”



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33. DOOR SWITCH a. While supporting the access panel, remove two screws from bottom edge of access panel. b. Gently lower the access panel to disengage locators from bottom edge of front panel. c. Remove two screws holding bottom tabs on front panel to dryer side panels. Swing bottom of front panel away from dryer far enough to disengage hold-down clips and locators from cabinet top.

d. Disconnect wires from door switch.

NOTE: Refer to model wiring diagram when rewiring door switch.

e. Set meter to read Ohms and apply meter probes on switch terminals 1 and 3 with door closed.

You should get “zero” reading.

f. Apply probes to terminals 1 and 2 with door closed. The meter should read “infinite”.

g. Open door. Meter should read “infinite” between 1 and 3 and “zero” between 1 and 2.


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Section 6

Internal Wiring of Dryer Motor Switch

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ORANGE/COPPER

MAIN

START

CUSTOMER CIRCUIT

PUSH TO

START

LINE

2 6 4 3 5 1

S

R

R

G

Motor Switch

Attaching Screws

SWITCH SHOWN IN START POSITION

2 6 4 3 5 1

R.S.P.C.

G

Figure 11


D329SE3D

512176

ALLIANCE Dryers Service manual

Home Dryers

Refer to Page 6 for Model Numbers

Table of

Contents

Section 1 – Safety Information

Section 2 – Introduction

Section 3 – Dryer Troubleshooting

Section 4 – Adjustments

Section 5 – Test Procedures

Section 6 – Internal Wiring of Dryer Motor Switch

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Safety Information

Locating an Authorized Servicer

Section 2

Introduction

Customer Service

Nameplate Location

Model Identification

How Your Dryer Works

Section 3

Troubleshooting

Electric Dryers

Gas Dryers

Section 4

Adjustments

Section 5

Test Procedures

Section 6

Internal Wiring of Dryer Motor Switch

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Table of

Contents

Section 1 – Safety Information

Section 2 – Introduction

Section 3 – Dryer Troubleshooting

Section 4 – Adjustments

Section 5 – Test Procedures

Section 6 – Internal Wiring of Dryer Motor Switch

Section 1

Safety Information

Locating an Authorized Servicer

Section 2

Introduction

Customer Service

Nameplate Location

Model Identification

How Your Dryer Works

Section 3

Troubleshooting

Electric Dryers

Gas Dryers

Section 4

Adjustments

Section 5

Test Procedures

Section 6

Internal Wiring of Dryer Motor Switch

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