Ge Dryer Dial Not Working

Check the motor relay as this can be part of the issue if losse or faulty.

Ge dryer dial not working.

Dryer knob not working properly. If your dryer will not run or start check the following. Click the image above to purchase a replacement knob for your dryer. Grab the clip behind the dryer knob with a pair of needle nose pliers.

Ge dryers use two heating elements but even if just one goes out it will not advance the timer on the exterior of the dryer. If your ge dryer won t start it may be just because the start switch knob is broken so when you turn the knob all you turn is the knob and not the switch. Make sure the dryer plug is pushed completely into the wall outlet. Make sure that the cycle selection button is positioned on the desired temperature fabric and drying time.

Whether this has worked or not it is best to purchase a new one for your dryer as the repair you just made will not usually hold for long. Test the knob by turning it to a dryer heating cycle. After removing power remove the service panel and check the idler pulley spring switch. If the dryer is plugged in and the breakers and cord are fine but it still won t work try the following.

Some dryer manufacturers have a small c clip securing the knob to the timer shaft. Call us today with you model number and we will make sure you get the right part888 655 8569in most cases we can get you the part the next day if ordered bef. Pull the clip up until it disengages from the shaft and pull the knob off the unit. Once the glue is dry slide the dryer knob back onto the timer shaft.

The thermal fuse blows if there is overheating or a surge of power and prevents the dryer from catching fire. Use the following search parameters to narrow your results. If you have had a power outage or surge in your home it is possible that the thermal fuse in the dryer control panel is damaged.