This dryer timer is used to control the unit's cycles by regulating the length of time that power is directed to each setting.
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This part works with the following products:
Dryer.
This part works with the following products:
Maytag, Whirlpool, Crosley, Kenmore.
Part# WP8566184 replaces these:
AP6013380, 8566184, 8566184R
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Michael S - October 15, 2022
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Friendly, quick and works as expected
The PartSelect rep was friendly and helpful over the phone. The timer arrived quickly. Installation was fairly straightforward, and fixed the issue.
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Yvan A - September 22, 2021
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As they suggested to write : Easy repair. Great part - worked as expected
Seriously, they have the best price, in stock and fast shipping. Simple and easy.
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Josh M - February 26, 2021
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fast and easy
part was as described; delivery was quick
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Jack G - May 13, 2020
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PERFECT!
Timer went in super easy, in a couple of minutes my dryer was woking again. I was very impressed with PartSelects quick quick shipping, Thanks
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Kurt C - January 2, 2020
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Easy repair.
Just what the doctor ordered. Now the dryer actually stops!
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STEVE G - March 18, 2019
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Timer replacement
The part was perfect and easy to install. Would recommend this supplier!
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Average Repair Rating: 4.5 / 5.0, 14 reviews.
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Dryer stuck in middle of heat cycle.
Lets say the dryer ran all night thru the middle of the next day. It would stick on time dry and sensor dry cycle. Easy fix. Make sure you buy the right replacement timer. Remove the back cover of the control panel of the dryer. Make sure you unplug the dryer first. Two screws hold the timer in place. There are several wires connected to the timer. Take one off and place it on the new timer. Do this with all wires, it helps to use a needle nose pliers to pull the wires from the old timer. Install new timer with the two screws, replace the back panel, and plug the dryer back in. You're done. Pretty easy.
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James from Nazareth, PA
Difficulty Level:
Easy
Total Repair Time:
15 - 30 mins
Tools:
Nutdriver, Pliers
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timer wouldn't advance dryer wouldn't shut off
Took the back off the dryer control panel, unscrewed the old timer, unplugged the wire leads from the old timer and put them on the new timer. Then I screwed the new timer in place of the old one and replaced the back panel cover. one nut driver did the whole repair. about ten minutes tops.
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Larry from Okemos, MI
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
Tools:
Nutdriver
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Dryer would not shut off.
Removed top panel in back of dryer. removed two hex head screws holding timer in place. Removed seven wires all color coded from timer, wires all are clip on for easy removal. Clipped wires to new timer and installed timer back in with the two hex head screws then replaced upper back panel. Plugged dryer back into electric socket. Job done.
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Thomas from Arlington Heights, IL
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
15 - 30 mins
Tools:
Nutdriver
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Dryer would not shut down after cycle was complete
First, I disconnected the power. Then, I removed the screws on the back access panel. Next, I removed the control knob. Then, I removed the screws holding the timer. Next, I removed the wires from the existing timer and placed them on the new timer. I replaced the timer, installed the screws, replaced the back access panel and the control knob. I reconnected the power and tested the unit and it worked great!
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Anthony from Orlando, FL
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
Tools:
Nutdriver, Screw drivers
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The dryer would not stop, when time dry was selected,
I removed the front control panel, removed the old timer pulled the wiring harness from old timer and installed it all in reverse.
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Teddy from Cyclone, WV
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
15 - 30 mins
Tools:
Nutdriver, Screw drivers
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Would Not Turn Off
Unscrewed The Screws Took The New Part Matched The Wires, Attached Them As They Came Off.I Unscrewed The Old One And Put The New One In It's Place.Done Put Panel Back On Plugged In All Is Working Well Don't Forget To Unplug Dryer.
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Dorothy from SATSUMA, FL
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
15 - 30 mins
Tools:
Nutdriver
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Dryer would not shut off.
Replaced the dryer timer at that was the mostlogical problem.
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Robert J from Flanders, NJ
Difficulty Level:
Easy
Total Repair Time:
15 - 30 mins
Tools:
Nutdriver
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Timer stopped working and I went to YouTube to find out how to test the timer.
I took two pictures of the timer wires after I removed the top. I then. removed and opened the mechanism and found a contact had burned completely off. I ordered the new timer and installed it using the wiring pictures that I took. It was an esy fix thanks to You Tube and having the exact OEM timer.
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Stan from WALNUTPORT, PA
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
15 - 30 mins
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Timer did not move anymore
Sent for a new timer and installed it in less than 15 minutes and now dryer timer works just fine again
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Alyce from IOLA, WI
Difficulty Level:
Very Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
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Socket set
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Dryer quit working. Could no get it to start. Previous week could get it to start by playing with the selector switch.
Unplugged the power. Removed the back panel. Removed the switch knob and removed the screws that held it in. Reinstalled the new part. Removed the wires from the old switch and installed them one at a time. Put the selector knob and reinstalled the back panel. Plugged the dryer in. Working great!
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Herbert from PIKE ROAD, AL
Difficulty Level:
Very Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
Tools:
Nutdriver, Screw drivers
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Dave
October 30, 2017
Our dryer runs but the timer does not advance so the dryer does not shut off. Do I need a new timer?
For model number WED5300VW0
Hi Dave, Thank you for the question.Yes to fix this issue you will need to have the timer replaced. Good luck with the repair!
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Jeff
October 16, 2019
Depending on where on the cycle selector dial i'm at, sometimes the dryer will not start when i hit the start button. When i move the selector dial a little bit, the dryer will start. Likewise, sometimes the dryer will just stop in mid-cycle, but if i come and move the dial a small bit, it will start back up. Is this a problem with the selector switch?
For model number Whirlpool WED4900XW0 Dryer
Hello Jeff, thank you for inquiring. This sounds like a faulty Timer, this part number PS11746606 is the replacement for your model. You may also want to consider the Thermal Fuse, part number PS11741460. You can test the Thermal Fuse with a multi-meter. Set the multi-meter to Rx1, touch the probes to each terminal, and test for continuity. The reading should be of zero or infinity for it to be functioning correctly. Good luck with your repair!
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Bill
November 12, 2017
I have tested the door switch, start switch, and thermal fuses with a continuity tester. All are working fine.When I close the door and hit the start switch, all I can hear is the motor for the timer going. How can I test the timer or the motor to make sure that they are working.Is there a way of jumping the timer to see if that is the problem?
For model number MGD5770TQ0
Hi Bill, Thank you for the question.You will need to see if there is power to the timer. If you are getting 120vac between BU and WB then you have a bad timer. You can also try and turn the knob to the next cycle to see if it starts.If it does then the timer is not advancing though the cycles and is bad. You can also press the door switch in and try to turn the drum by hand to see if it starts to spin. If it starts the motor is bad. To test the motor with the meter, Using a multi-meter, set it to AC volts. Touch the red probe to the left terminal screw and then touch the black probe to the middle screw. You should read 120 volts. Then touch the red to the middle and the black to the right screw, you should get 120 volts. Touch the red to the left screw and the black to the right screw, you should read 240 volts. Hope this helps!
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Chris
February 3, 2018
Dryer shuts it self off in the middle of cycles. You can wiggle cycle knob back and forth a touch and dryer comes back on.
For model number Medc300xw0
Hello Chris, Thank you for your inquiry. We would recommend checking the following parts to fix your issue: timer switch, thermal cut off kit, high limit thermostat, internal bias thermostat, electrode/sensor, and door switch. You can test the parts with a multimeter. If you are unfamiliar with how a multimeter functions, there are YouTube videos available to assist you. Hope this helps!
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Walter
March 25, 2018
Hi. My gas dryer runs a timed general cycle, shuts off but the timer doesn't advance to off and we still smell a small amount of propane until we manually turn the knob to off. Timer or gas burner assem.? thanks.
For model number MGD5740TQ0
Hello Walter, thank you for your question. It sounds like the unit is functioning great when running through a cycle, but not shutting off after the cycle is complete. I would recommend testing/replacing the Timer - 60Hz Part Number: WP8566184 and the Door Switch - 3 Wire Part Number: WP3406107 first. They are the most common issue when dealing with this kind of problem! I hope this helps!
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Charles
February 4, 2019
Will a bad timer cause dryer not to heat ...i've tested everything else
For model number MEDC300XW0
Hello Charles, Thank you for contacting us. You can test the timer with a multimeter. If you are unfamiliar with how a multimeter functions, we have videos available to assist you. While it is not the most common issue, it would be wise to check it just the same.
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Stephen
May 28, 2019
Our Kenmore electric dryer will not start randomly. When this happens, we can move the timer knob a very small amount and then push the start button and it will run. Do you think the timer is the problem, or is there something else that i may look at?
For model number 110.69722800
Hello Stephen, Thank you for the question. With the information provided I would agree it is an issue with the timer switch and it may need to be replaced. Thank you for your inquiry, good luck with this repair!
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Dean
March 2, 2020
Auto dry has not worked for a while and now will not start on the timed setting or any setting. Is this typical if the timer pukes completely ?
For model number WED4900XW0
Hello Dean, thank you for your question. If the unit is tumbling but not heating the most likely issue is a thermostat or fuse. We would recommend testing those thermostats and the fuse first. If the unit does not start and tumble at all, we would recommend testing the fuse, start switch, door switch and the timer. I hope this helps.
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Justin
October 14, 2022
I just replaced the element and the dryer and the fuses. The drum turns, and the fan runs but still no heat. I tested the timer for continuity, and it appears that it's working correctly. What are the odds it's the timer or could it be something else?
For model number WED5830SW0
Hello Justin, thank you for your question. We have researched your model and found that the issue is probably with the Heating Element Connection Wire Kit, part number PS334206. If that does not take care of the issue, then the problem is most likely to be related to the timer wiring harnesses. If you require assistance to place an order, please contact customer service. We hope that helps!
Crosley dryer. The plastic under the timer knob broke and dryer cannot be set and won’t work. Can this be fixed or new dryer?
For model number CED1478DW1
Hello Rita, thank you for your inquiry. Based on our research, you may need to replace the dryer timer knob, part number PS3489519, to fix the issue. We hope this solves your problem!
