Whirlpool MED / GD 9600S, MED / GD 9700S manual Thermal Fuse

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WARNING

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.

THERMAL FUSE

Refer to page 4-7 for the procedure for servic- ing the thermal fuse.

Electric Dryers: The thermal fuse is wired in series with the drive motor. If the thermal fuse opens, 91°C (196°F), power to the motor is turned off. A centrifugal switch on the motor also opens the heater circuit.

Once the thermal fuse has opened, it will not reset, and must be replaced. Check for a failed thermistor, or a shorted heater element.

Gas Dryers: The thermal fuse is wired in series with the gas valve. If the thermal fuse opens, 91°C (196°F), power to the valve is turned off. A centrifugal switch on the motor also opens the heater circuit.

Once the thermal fuse has opened, it will not reset, and must be replaced. Check for a failed thermistor.

Thermal Fuse 91°C (196°F)

Blower

Housing

1.Unplug dryer or disconnect power.

2.Turn off gas supply to dryer.

3.Disconnect the wires from the thermal fuse.

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

5.Touch the ohmmeter test leads to the ther-

mal fuse terminals. The meter should indi- cate continuity (0 Ω). If the meter indicates an open circuit (infinite), replace the ther- mal fuse.

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