Whirlpool 9700S User Manual download pdf (Page 50)

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COMPONENT TESTING

For any additional test beyond what is covered

in this Component Testing section, refer to the

Before testing any of the components, perform

the following checks:

• Control failure can be the result of corro-

sion on connectors. Therefore, disconnect-

ing and reconnecting wires will be neces-

sary throughout test procedures.

• All tests/checks should be made with a

VOM or DVM having a sensitivity of 20,000

ohms-per-volt DC, or greater.

• Check all connections before replacing com-

ponents, looking for broken or loose wires,

failed terminals, or wires not pressed into

connectors far enough.

• Resistance checks must be made with

power cord unplugged from outlet, and with

wiring harness or connectors disconnected.

HEATER

Refer to page 4-10 for the procedure for ser-

vicing the heater.

1. Unplug dryer or disconnect power.

2. Disconnect one of the wire connectors from

the heater terminal block.

3. Set the ohmmeter to the R X 1 scale.

4. Touch the ohmmeter test leads to the ter-

minals on the heater terminal block. The

meter should indicate between 7 and 12 Ω.

Heater Terminal Block

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.

Tech Sheet that is supplied with the product.

WARNING

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