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Re: Whirlpool Condenser Dryer AWZ7813

Ok, a note for future reference! I’ve used my makeshift continuity tester to test the original thermostats I replaced and confirmed two things. First, my tester works well (it was a water clock from one of those science kits you can buy at borders — my son’s sixth birthday present!), and second, I should have used it before I ordered the first thermostat and heat elements. Turns out that it was the thermostat in the lower front panel that was the bad one. The others, although they had melted the plastic connector covers, were still fine. Thanks again for the tips, I hope the dryer will be working again soon!

Ah, hopefully a working dryer, but at least I’m better prepared to be a science project mom 😀

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Re: Whirlpool Condenser Dryer AWZ7813

Ok, found the thermostat after locating the screws for the bottom plastic cover. I don’t have a proper continuity tester, but I rigged up a circuit using my son’s electrical science kit and it didn’t conduct a current, plus it makes a strange rattling noise. Is this enough of a confirmation that the thermostat is stuck open and should be replaced, or should I go borrow or buy a continuity tester? (I left many of my tools behind when we moved :cry:)

Thanks,
Meredith

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Re: Whirlpool Condenser Dryer AWZ7813

Thanks so much for your reply! Um, when you say front plastic cover, do you mean where the heat exchanger is, or does another piece of the cover need to be physically removed? I tried poking around, but hesitate to go too far until I make sure. I suppose once I see the thermostat I will be able to tell which one it is from the spare parts site.

Thanks again for your help — Meredith

Did the wiring sound correct, BTW — I made a drawing before detaching everything but then wasn’t sure I could read my own handwriting 😳

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