Whirlpool Electronic Dryer Service Manual

CONSUMER SERVICES TECHNICALEDUCATION GROUP PRESENTSL-76JOB AIDPart No. 817847524″ ELECTRICDRYERModel LEW0050PQ

2-2Installation ClearancesThe location must be large enough to allow thedryer door to open fully.Dryer DimensionsMost installations require a mini

2-3It is your responsibility• To contact a qualified electrical installer.• To be sure that the electrical connection isadequate and in conformance wi

2-4If using a power supply cord:Use a UL listed power supply cord kit markedfor use with clothes dryers. The kit shouldcontain:• A UL listed 30

2-5ELECTRICAL CONNECTION1. Disconnect power.2. Remove the terminal block cover.Fire HazardUse a new UL listed 30 amp powersupply cord.Use a UL listed

2-66. Replace strain relief (with power cord in-serted) back into the terminal block cover.Do not tighten strain relief nut.7. Now complete installa

2-74-Wire Connection: Direct WireDirect wire cable must have 5 ft (1.52 m) ofextra length so dryer can be moved if needed.Strip 5″ (12.7 cm) of oute

2-81. Loosen or remove center terminal blockscrew.2. Connect neutral wire (white or center wire)of power supply cord under center screwof the terminal

2-94. Replace the terminal block cover on theback of the dryer.5. Tighten strain relief nut.3. Place the hooked ends of the other powersupply cable wi

2-10WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, this dryerMUST BE EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS.4″ (10.2 cm) heavy metal exhaust vent andclamps must be used. DUR

2-11PLAN VENT SYSTEMTypical Exhaust InstallationsTypical installations vent the dryer from therear of the dryer.Alternate Installation ForClose

- ii -WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION assumes no responsibility for any repairs madeon our products by anyone other than Authorized Service Technicians.FORWARDT

2-12See the exhaust vent length chart thatmatches your hood type for the maximumvent lengths you can use.Exhaust systems longer than specifi

2-13CONNECT VENT1. Using the coupling supplied with the dryer,connect the exhaust vent to the couplingand secure with a 4″ (10.2 cm) vent clamp.See Il

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3-1PRODUCT OPERATIONTHEORY OF OPERATIONHEATER OPERATIONThis dryer uses a dual element heater. De-pending on the selected temperature, eith

3-2AIRFLOWPrimary air is introduced into the dryer throughthe slots in the air intake cover.Some air is used to cool the fan and mainmotors.

3-3Explosion HazardKeep flammable materials and vapors,such as gasoline, away from dryer.Do not dry anything that has ever hadanything flammable on it

3-4LOADINGLoad clothes loosely into the dryer. Do not packthe dryer. Allow space for clothes to tumblefreely. The following chart shows the max

3-5See following table for recommended cyclesand temperature settings.Timed DryUse this cycle to get up to 60 minutes of heateddrying time or to compl

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4-1COMPONENT LOCATIONSThis section instructs you on how to service each component inside the Whirlpool 24″ ElectricDryer. The components and their loc

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4-2REMOVING THE CONTROL SWITCHES & INDICATOR LIGHTElectrical Shock HazardDisconnect power before servicing.Replace all parts and panels beforeoper

4-3STARTPOWERTEMPERATUREBROR GYBK BKBRBU BUPushbutton Switch Wiring6. To remove the dryer selector switch:a) Pull the knob off the selector swit

4-4REMOVING THE DOOR SWITCHElectrical Shock HazardDisconnect power before servicing.Replace all parts and panels beforeoperating.Failure to do so can

4-5REMOVING THE SAFETY THERMOSTATS &THE DUAL HEATING ELEMENTSElectrical Shock HazardDisconnect power before servicing.Replace all parts and panels

4-6REMOVING THE BELT AND THE DRUMElectrical Shock HazardDisconnect power before servicing.Replace all parts and panels beforeoperating.Failure to do s

4-79. Lay the dryer on its front on a paddedsurface to protect the finish.10. Remove the four screws from the supportflange and remove it and

4-8REMOVING THE OPERATING & SAFETY THERMOSTATSElectrical Shock HazardDisconnect power before servicing.Replace all parts and panels beforeoperatin

4-9REMOVING THE FRONT SLIDE BLOCKS & REAR SEALElectrical Shock HazardDisconnect power before servicing.Replace all parts and panels beforeoperatin

4-10REMOVING THE MAIN AND FAN MOTORS & CAPACITORSElectrical Shock HazardDisconnect power before servicing.Replace all parts and panels beforeopera

4-115. To remove the main motor:a) Remove the motor capacitor from themotor (see step 4).b) Remove the terminal cover from thecapacitor wires.c)

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4-12g) While you hold the opposite end of thefan motor shaft with a pair of pliers,remove the 1/2″ locknut from the fanend of the shaft, and rem

5-1COMPONENT TESTINGBefore testing any of the components, performthe following checks:• Control failure can be the result of corrosionon connectors. T

5-2Refer to page 4-4 for the procedure for servic-ing the door switch.1. Unplug dryer or disconnect power.2. Disconnect the wires from the door switch

5-3THERMOSTATSRefer to pages 4-5 and 4-8 for the proceduresfor servicing the thermostats.1. Unplug dryer or disconnect power.2. Disconnect the wire co

5-4MAIN MOTORRefer to page 4-10 for the procedure for servic-ing the main motor.1. Unplug dryer or disconnect power.2. Disconnect the main motor conne

6-1WIRING DIAGRAM10987654321AV2AV3STARTSTART/STOPINDICATOR LIGHTRSFRSCMMPowerTemperature122°F/50°C302°F/150°C194°F/90°COperating ThermostatManual Rese

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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONSANDWARRANTY INFORMATION SOURCESIN THE UNITED STATES:FOR PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS AND WARRANTY INFORMATION CALL:FOR TECHNICAL ASSIS

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1-1GENERALSAFETY FIRSTYour safety and the safety of others is very important.We have provided many important safety messages in this Job Aid and on th

1-2MODEL & SERIAL NUMBER LABEL LOCATIONThe Model/Serial Number label location is shown below.Model & Serial NumberLabel Location

1-3WHIRLPOOL DRYER WARRANTYONE-YEAR FULL WARRANTYFor one year from the date of purchase, when this dryer is operated and maintained according to instr

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2-1INSTALLATION INFORMATIONINSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONSTOOLS AND PARTSTools NeededGather the required tools and parts beforestarting installation.