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GE GFDS350ELWW Service Manual

Stainless steel capacity dryers with steam options
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GE HA Dryer Upgrade – GFDS350 Series
GE® 7.5 cu. ft. stainless steel capacity dryer with Steam Options
Models:
GFDS350ELWW
GFDS350GLWW
GFDS355ELMV
GFDS355GLMV
GFDS355ELMS
GFDS355GLMS
Service Guide
31-9209
GWS2011

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  • Page 1 GE HA Dryer Upgrade – GFDS350 Series GE® 7.5 cu. ft. stainless steel capacity dryer with Steam Options Models: GFDS350ELWW GFDS350GLWW GFDS355ELMV GFDS355GLMV GFDS355ELMS GFDS355GLMS Service Guide 31-9209 GWS2011...
  • Page 2 GE HA Dryer Upgrade – GFDN240 Series GE® 7.0 cu. ft. stainless steel capacity dryer Models: GFDN240ELWW GFDN240GLWW GFDN245ELMS GFDN245GLMS GFDN245ELMV GFDN245GLMV NOTE: 240 series is the same as the 350 series but without steam & a slightly smaller drum.
  • Page 3 IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE The information in this presentation is intended for use by individuals possessing adequate backgrounds of electrical, electronic, & mechanical experience. Any attempt to repair a major appliance may result in personal injury & property damage. The manufacturer or seller cannot be responsible for the interpretation of this information, nor can it assume any liability in connection with its use.
  • Page 4 GE Factory Service Employees are required to use safety glasses with side shields, safety gloves & steel toe shoes for all repairs. Plano Type Safety Glasses Dyneema ® Cut Plano Type Safety Glasses Dyneema ® Cut Electrically Rated Glove Electrically Rated Glove and Dyneema ®...

  • Page 5: Warranty

    Warranty Copyright 2011...
  • Page 6 Model / Serial The full model / serial tag is located on the front panel inside the door opening. There is also a barcode sticker that displays the model & serial and is located on the left, front of the top panel. Copyright 2011...
  • Page 7 Mini-Manual Mini-Manual is located inside control housing. Copyright 2011...
  • Page 8 Nomenclature Copyright 2011...

  • Page 9: Installation

    Installation These Laundry products can be installed in several different configurations: Undercounter Side-by-Side. Pedistal Stacked Dryer can be stacked on the washer. Kit for stacking dryer over washer is not included with the washer. Order GEFLSTACK. Machines can be stacked on a pedestal.
  • Page 10 Installation – Water Line To produce steam, the dryer must connect to the cold water supply. Since the washer must also connect to the cold water, a “Y” connector is inserted to allow both inlet hoses to make that connection at the same time. NOTE: Use the new inlet hoses &...

  • Page 11: Installation - Venting

    Installation - Venting These dryer models can be vented through the rear, the side or the bottom of the cabinet. STANDARD REAR EXHAUST Dryer Exhaust to the rear of cabinet for Gas and Electric models. SIDE VENTING: Dryer Exhaust to right of cabinet for Electric models only. Dryer Exhaust to left of cabinet for Gas and Electric models.
  • Page 12 Installation – Demo Mode To enter demo mode: Turn the unit off so the screen is blank. Then unplug the unit, wait 10 seconds. Plug the unit back in. Within 30 seconds after plugging in the unit, press the Start/Pause button 4 times within 3 seconds with the door open.
  • Page 13 Features – Steam Cycles Steam Refresh For slightly wrinkled dry garments. Significantly reduces wrinkles on 1–5 garments. Selecting a higher number of garments for the cycle (e.g., selecting 5- garment load for a 1-garment load) may result in excessive wetting of clothes.
  • Page 14 Features – Steam Cycles Steam Dewrinkle For use with larger loads than STEAM REFRESH. Ideal for loads left in dryer for an extended time. Selecting a larger cycle than needed (e.g., selecting Large Load for a half-full dryer) may result in excessive wetting of clothes. Copyright 2011...
  • Page 15 Features – Lint Filter Message This message represents only a “CLEAN LINT FILTER” (message) reminder and does not always appear when the filter needs cleaning. The filter should be cleaned after every drying cycle is complete. This message will disappear after the START button is pressed. Message may appear even though you may have already cleaned the filter.
  • Page 16 Features – Reduces the total energy consumption of specific dryer cycles by adjusting certain heat settings and extending dry times. NOTE: Cycle times will change when e-Dry is selected. This cycle can be used with DELICATES, ACTIVE WEAR, EASY CARE, NORMAL/MIXED LOADS and COTTONS. Copyright 2011...
  • Page 17 Features – Drying Rack • The drying rack is designed for use with the TIMED DRY cycles. • Use with sensor cycles may result in damp items or extended cycle times. • Do not use this drying rack when there are other clothes in the dryer that are not placed on the rack.
  • Page 18 Features – Drying Rack • To install the drying rack, pull up the lint filter slightly. • Insert the drying rack into the slots, then push the filter back into place. Copyright 2011...
  • Page 19 Features – Door Swing Reversal Instructions for reversing door swing are included in the Use & Care. • Read the instructions all the way through before starting. • Handle parts carefully to avoid scratching the paint. • Set screws down by their related parts to avoid using them in the wrong places.
  • Page 20 Disassembly – Top Panel 1. Remove the Phillips-head screw that attaches the control panel rear trim. Pull the trim piece backward and remove. Note: It may be helpful to place a putty knife along the top seam between the trim and the control panel, then tap lightly backward. Copyright 2011...
  • Page 21 Disassembly – Top Panel 2. Remove the 2 Phillips-head screws that attach the top panel to the cabinet. 3. Raise the front of the top panel approximately 3 inches, then pull forward to clear the rear tabs. Lift off top panel. Copyright 2011...
  • Page 22 Disassembly – Control Panel Removal of the control panel provides access to the control board assembly. To remove the control panel: 1. Remove the cycle selector knob by pulling outward. Copyright 2011...
  • Page 23 Disassembly – Control Panel 2. Remove the Phillips-head screw underneath the cycle select knob. Copyright 2011...
  • Page 24 Disassembly – Control Panel Disconnect 3. Lift the control panel off vertically to disengage hooks from grommets on washer front. 4. Disconnect the wire harness. Copyright 2011...

  • Page 25: Electronic Control System

    Electronic Control System Power Board Control Board The electronic control consists of a control board (UI) and a power board. Copyright 2011...
  • Page 26 Electronic Control System To remove the electronic control board: 1. Set the control panel in the service position. 2. Remove the 6 Phillips-head screws that attach the selector board to the control panel. Copyright 2011...
  • Page 27 Electronic Control System To remove the electronic power board: 1. Remove the top panel. 2. Disconnect 11 wires and wiring harnesses from the power board. 3. Remove the 2 Phillips-head screws to release the power board from the power board bracket. Copyright 2011...
  • Page 28 Electronic Control System (Model Select plug) J5 Model Select Plug Note: If replacing the electronic control, transfer the model selector harness at J5, to the replacement control board in the same location as on the original. Copyright 2011...
  • Page 29 Electronic Control System (Model Select plug) J5 Plug Configurations: Gas Models Electric Models (Non – Steam) (Non – Steam) Copyright 2011...

  • Page 30: Disassembly - Front Panel

    Disassembly – Front Panel Disconnect To remove the front panel: 1. Remove the top panel and control panel. 2. Disconnect the drum lamp / door switch wire harness and the sensor rod wire harness connected to the power board. 3. Remove the 2 Phillips-head screws from the front panel bracket. 4.
  • Page 31 Disassembly – Front Panel Bottom of Front Panel 6. Loosen several turns but do not remove the 2 Phillips head screws from the bottom of the front panel. 7. Remove 2 Phillips-head screws from the top of the front panel. Copyright 2011...
  • Page 32 Disassembly – Front Panel 8. Tilt the top edge of the front panel out and press on the John Guest connector collar to release the water line. 9. Lift front panel from the bottom two screws and set aside. Copyright 2011...
  • Page 33 Disassembly – Air Duct Assembly NOTE: The trap duct felt seal can be Trap Duct Felt Seal replaced by extracting the seal from the channel located on the air duct assembly. Sensor Rod Ground Wire The air duct assembly houses the lint filter, steam nozzle, drum seal, and the 2 sensor rods.
  • Page 34 Disassembly – Air Duct Assembly 3. Remove the 2 Phillips-head screws that attach the air duct assembly to the front panel. 4. Grasp each side of the air duct assembly and unsnap the air duct from the front panel. Caution: Upon reassembly, ensure that the door switch, drum light, and sensor wiring are retained and routed properly to avoid contact with the drum.
  • Page 35 Disassembly – Air Duct Assembly 4. Grasp each side of the air duct assembly and unsnap the air duct from the front panel at the points indicated. Caution: Upon reassembly, ensure that the door switch, drum light, and sensor wiring are retained and routed properly to avoid contact with the drum.
  • Page 36 Disassembly – Drum Slides The drum slide assembly is located on the back side of the front panel and utilizes 4 drum slides. Two white outer slides are used as guides, and 2 dark color center (top) slides are used to support the weight of the drum. When replacing the slides, the dark-colored support slides must be used to replace the top support slides.
  • Page 37 Disassembly – Drum Slides To Remove Drum Slides: (Remove top panel, control panel then tilt the front panel outward. 1. Grasp individual slides at the non-tabbed end and pry up slide. 2. Release slide from tab on duct assembly and remove. Copyright 2011...
  • Page 38 Disassembly – Steam Nozzle The steam nozzle is located inside the front of the dryer on the right side of the air duct assembly. The steam nozzle consists of a brass orifice and a fine filter screen. If the orifice should become plugged or restricted, it should not be cleaned.
  • Page 39 Disassembly – Steam Nozzle Nozzle with Thread Lock Applied The steam nozzle can be replaced without disassembly of the dryer. Replacement can be performed by opening the dryer door to access the steam nozzle. A 7/16” or 11-mm nut driver can be used to unscrew the nozzle from the air duct assembly.
  • Page 40 Disassembly – Steam Nozzle Connector 1. Remove the air duct assembly. 2. Press on the John Guest connector collar and release the water line from the steam nozzle connector. 3. Remove the Phillips-head screw that attaches the nozzle to the nozzle housing. 4.
  • Page 41 Disassembly – Door Switch Locking Tabs Door Switch Front View Door Switch Rear View The door switch is fastened to the front panel by 2 locking tabs (1 on each side). When the dryer door is closed, the switch will complete the drum motor circuit, allowing dryer operation.
  • Page 42 Disassembly – Moisture Sensor Moisture Sensor Rods (2) The moisture-sensing circuit consists of 2 sensor rods. They are mounted beneath the lint filter on the drum side of the air duct. Operation of the moisture sensor can be checked by using service test mode T07.
  • Page 43 Disassembly – Moisture Sensor Plug connecting sensor rods to J7 on control board. The dryer will signal when the clothes are at 17% moisture level if equipped with a damp signal that has been selected. Approximate values for dryness level: Damp = 17% Less dry = 12% Dry = 2-6%...
  • Page 44 Disassembly – Moisture Sensor The sensor rods are connected to the main control board. The rods are spaced approximately ½-in. apart, which creates an open circuit to the control. The control board utilizes a low- voltage capacitor that charges to approximately 5 VDC when the circuit is open and discharges to less than 1 VDC when the circuit...

  • Page 45: Drive Belt

    Drive Belt Pulley shown Idler Pulley in locked position Idler Arm The drive belt (Part #WE12M29) is a 4-rib belt and extends from under the motor pulley, over the top of the idler pulley, and around the perimeter of the dryer drum. (See belt diagram.) Belt tension is maintained by the idler pulley and driven by a pulley attached to the motor shaft.
  • Page 46 Drive Belt Pulley shown in locked position with motor cover Idler Arm Locking Tab removed. WARNING: The idler arm is under high tension. To prevent injury, do not let the idler arm snap back To remove the drive belt: 1. Remove the front panel. 2.

  • Page 47: Installing The Drive Belt

    Installing the Drive Belt 1. Remove the front panel. 2. Reach under the left-hand side of the drum, push the idler pulley down and to the right, and lock the pulley shaft on the top corner of the motor bracket. 3.
  • Page 48 Belt Switch (Idler Switch) A belt switch, activated by the idler arm, is fastened to the motor bracket by 2 screws. Should the drive belt break, the belt switch will open the drive motor circuit, interrupting dryer operation. Note: The drum lamp will operate with an open belt switch. Copyright 2011...

  • Page 49: Belt Switch

    Belt Switch Switch shown in closed position The belt switch is fastened to the motor base plate with 2 Phillips-head screws. The belt switch is activated by the movement of the idler arm. If the drive belt breaks or comes off the idler pulley, the belt switch opens power to the motor interrupting dryer operation.
  • Page 50 Drum Drum Baffle Screws The drum is made of 304 stainless steel and has three replaceable baffles. The drum rotates counterclockwise, as viewed from the front, at a speed of 47 to 51 rpm. Copyright 2011...
  • Page 51 Drum To remove the drum: 1. Remove the drive belt from the motor. 2. Using the belt as a handle, pull the drum forward and guide out of the cabinet. Copyright 2011...

  • Page 52: Drum Shaft & Bearing

    Drum Shaft & Bearing “O” Ring Drum Shaft Drum Bearing The drum shaft is attached to the rear of the drum with three T-20 Torx screws. The bearing can be removed by pulling it off the shaft. The drum shaft and bearing fit into the bearing retainer in the center of the heater assembly (electric models) or diffuser assembly (gas models).
  • Page 53 Drum Bearing Retainer & Ground Strap Assembly The drum shaft and bearing fit into the bearing retainer in the center of the heater assembly (electric models) or diffuser assembly (gas models). The assembly is held to the back side of the heater housing or diffuser assembly by four screws.

  • Page 54: Idler Assembly

    Idler Assembly The idler arm is positioned on the chassis and inserted in a slot in the motor base plate. The assembly is located to the left of the motor. To remove the idler assembly: 1. Remove the drum. WARNING: The idler arm is under high tension. To prevent injury, do not let the idler arm snap back.
  • Page 55 Idler Assembly Slot in Motor Base Plate 3. Remove the idler arm from the slot in the motor base plate. 4. Remove the idler assembly from the dryer. Copyright 2011...

  • Page 56: Water Valve

    Water Valve The water inlet valve is located inside the cabinet at the bottom right hand corner. The water valve is Water Valve / Cover enclosed under a metal cover. The cover is attached to the dryer with a Phillips- head screw and a tab located at the bottom.
  • Page 57 Water Valve To replace the inlet water valve: 1. Remove the drum. 2. Remove the 2 Phillips-head screws that hold the cover to the cabinet and remove the cover by lifting up and out. Copyright 2011...
  • Page 58 Water Valve Water Inlet Hose Disconnect John Guest Connector Collar Water Outlet Tubing Note: In the following steps, capture any residual water that may escape from the valve, fill hose, and tubing. 3. Disconnect the water inlet hose. 4. Disconnect the coil wiring. 5.
  • Page 59 Motor & Blower Wheel The motor is a single-speed, dual-shaft, 1/4-hp, 1725-rpm motor with an automatic reset overload protector. The overload protector is an internal component of the motor and cannot be replaced separately. The motor contains a centrifugal switch that serves three purposes: It disengages the motor start winding (6), engages the motor run winding (8), and closes the circuit contacts (1 to 3) for the heat source.
  • Page 60 Motor & Blower Wheel Turn nut Counterclockwise To remove. The blower wheel is held to the motor shaft with a 15/16-in. (24-mm) molded nut. Motor resistance values: Start winding = 2.3 ohms Run winding = 2.3 ohms Copyright 2011...
  • Page 61 Motor & Blower Wheel Thermostat Moisture Shield To remove the motor: 1. Disconnect power to the unit. 2. Remove the drum. (See Drum.) 3. Remove the Phillips-head screw and the thermostat moisture shield from the front frame. Copyright 2011...
  • Page 62 Motor & Blower Wheel Outlet Control Backup Thermostat 4. Remove the Phillips-head screw and the outlet control backup thermostat from the blower housing. Copyright 2011...
  • Page 63 Motor & Blower Wheel Disconnect Motor Support Belt Switch 5. Remove the idler pulley assembly from the motor bracket. 6. Disconnect the motor wire harness. 7. Disconnect the wires attached to the belt switch. 8. Remove the single vertical and single horizontal Phillips-head screws that attach the motor bracket and motor support to the chassis.
  • Page 64 Motor & Blower Wheel 9. Remove the 2 Phillips-head screws and 2 washers that hold the top of the motor base plate to the blower housing. Copyright 2011...
  • Page 65 Motor & Blower Wheel 10. Remove the Phillips-head screw, then disengage the motor moisture shield from the motor bracket. 11. Raise the rear of the motor bracket to clear the tab protruding from the bottom of the chassis. Slide the motor bracket back until the bracket tabs clear the slots in the chassis.
  • Page 66 Motor & Blower Wheel 12. Hold the motor shaft from turning and use a 15/16-in. (24-mm) socket to remove the blower wheel from the motor shaft. Copyright 2011...
  • Page 67 Motor & Blower Wheel Rear Motor Strap Front Motor Strap 13. Compress and remove the rear motor strap from the motor support. 14. Loosen the two 1/4-in. hex-head screws on the front motor strap. 15. Lift and remove the motor from the motor bracket.

  • Page 68: Blower Housing

    Blower Housing The blower housing is attached to the dryer with 7 screws and 3 tabs. To remove the blower housing: 1. Remove the motor and blower wheel. 2. Remove the single Phillips-head screw located inside the outlet of the exhaust pipe.
  • Page 69 Blower Housing Tabs 3. Remove the 7 Phillips-head screws that attach the blower housing to the base plate. 4. Slide the blower housing to the right. Note: When reinstalling the blower housing, ensure the 3 tabs are inserted into the front base plate. Copyright 2011...

  • Page 70: Heater Assembly

    Heater Assembly The heater assembly is located behind the drum. It consists of inner and outer open-wire elements, each formed in a zigzag pattern fastened to a single housing. The inner element consists of 2 elements wired in parallel with each. The inner element and the outer element are controlled by separate relays on the control board.
  • Page 71 Heater Assembly When energized, the outer element draws approximately 12.5 amps at 240 VAC. The outer element has a resistance value of 19.2 Ω. When energized, the 2 inner elements draw approximately 12.5 amps at 240 VAC. The 2 inner elements have a combined resistance value of 19.2 Ω. Copyright 2011...
  • Page 72 Heater Assembly To access the heater assembly, it is necessary to remove the drum. Lead wires can then be removed from the elements, inlet safety thermostat, inlet control thermistor, and high limit thermostat. The heater assembly is attached to the cabinet with 4 Phillips-head screws. Copyright 2011...
  • Page 73 Heater Assembly Heater is available in the following manners: 512 – Heater & housing asm (includes hi-limit and bearing retainer) WE11M42 513 – Heater housing WE11M43 514 – Mica heater asm WE11M32 Copyright 2011...
  • Page 74 Heater Assembly To Remove Mica Heater Assembly: Remove leads from heater assembly. Bend back single metal tab on housing holding heater in place. Copyright 2011...
  • Page 75 Heater Assembly Tab & Gap 3. Rotate mica assembly slightly counterclockwise to align numerous gaps on mica surface with tabs on housing. 4. Lift mica heater assembly from housing. Copyright 2011...
  • Page 76 Burner Assembly & Conversion The burner assembly consists of the gas valve coils, gas valve, burner, and inlet pipe Burner assembly can be converted to LP gas by installing a WE25X217 Conversion Kit. Burner assembly can be converted back to natural gas by installing a WE25X218 Conversion Kit.

  • Page 77: Gas Valve Coils

    Gas Valve Coils The burner assembly has a gas valve that utilizes 3 coils. A double coil (safety and booster coils combined) and a single main coil are located on top of the gas valve in front of the combustion chamber opening.
  • Page 78 Valve Coil Replacement 1. Remove the drum. 2. Remove 2 Phillips-head screws from the front frame and the Phillips- head screw from the rear of the gas valve cover. Copyright 2011...
  • Page 79 Valve Coil Replacement 3. Disconnect the wire harness from both coils. 4. Note the position of the locator pins inserted in the coil bracket. 5. Remove the 2 Phillips-head screws that attach the coil bracket to the valve body. 6. Lift the bracket vertically. Lift coils to remove. Note: Upon reassembly, ensure the locator pins are inserted into the holes provided in the coil bracket.

  • Page 80: Gas Valve

    Gas Valve The gas valve is attached to a bracket located in the bottom, right, front corner of the dryer cabinet. To remove the gas valve: 1. Shut off the gas supply to the unit. 2. Disconnect gas supply from the burner inlet pipe.
  • Page 81 Gas Valve 5. Disconnect the ignitor wire harness and the 2 wires from the flame detector. 6. Disconnect the coil wire harness from each coil. 7. Remove the 2 Phillips-head screws that attach the gas valve bracket to the dryer floor. 8.
  • Page 82 Gas Valve 9. Remove the coils from the gas valve. 10. Turn the bracket over. Remove the 3 Phillips head screws that attach the gas valve to the gas valve bracket. Caution: The ignitor is very fragile. To prevent breaking the ignitor, care must be taken when installing the gas valve.
  • Page 83 Ignitor The ignitor is located at the end of the burner assembly in the combustion chamber opening and has a maximum rating of .4 amps. The ignitor has an approximate resistance value of 300 to 500 Ω. The ignitor is attached to the gas valve bracket with a Phillips-head screw. To access the ignitor, it is necessary to remove the burner assembly.

  • Page 84: Flame Detector

    Flame Detector The flame detector is attached to the right side of the combustion chamber. It is necessary to remove the flame detector moisture shield to remove the flame detector. To remove the flame detector: 1. Remove the drum. 2. Remove 2 Phillips-head screws from the front frame and the Phillips-head screw from the rear of the gas valve...
  • Page 85 Flame Detector 3. Disconnect the 2 wires from the flame detector. 4. Remove the Phillips-head screw that holds the flame detector to the combustion chamber. 5. Remove the flame detector from the tab at the bottom. Note: Upon reassembly, ensure the tab at the bottom of the flame detector is inserted into the slot located on the combustion chamber.

  • Page 86: Inlet Safety Thermostat

    Inlet Safety Thermostat On electric models, the inlet Inlet Control safety thermostat is located on Thermistor the top left area of the heater Inlet Safety housing, to the left of the inlet Thermostat control thermistor. On gas models, the inlet safety thermostat is located on the right side of the diffuser, above the inlet control thermistor.
  • Page 87 Inlet Safety Thermostat On electric dryers, the inlet safety thermostat opens at 225°F (7.5cu ft) or 210°F (7.0 Inlet Safety Thermostat cu ft) and will automatically reset at 195°F or 180°F respectfully. On gas dryers, the inlet safety thermostat opens at 300°F and will automatically reset at 260°F.

  • Page 88: Inlet Control Thermistor

    Inlet Control Thermistor Inlet Control On electric models, the inlet Thermistor Inlet Safety Thermostat control thermistor is located on the top left area of the heater housing, to the right of the inlet safety thermostat. On gas models, the inlet control thermistor is located on the right side of the diffuser, below the inlet safety thermostat.
  • Page 89 Inlet Control Thermistor To remove the inlet control thermistor: 1. Remove the drum. 2. Disconnect the 2 wires from Inlet Control Thermistor the inlet control thermistor. 3. Remove the Phillips-head screw that attaches the inlet control thermistor to the heater assembly or diffuser.

  • Page 90: Outlet Control Thermistor

    Outlet Control Thermistor Outlet Control Thermistor Shield in Place Shield Removed The outlet control thermistor is located on the lower rear area of the blower housing. It is below the moisture shield and the outlet control backup thermostat. The outlet control thermistor measures outgoing air temperature and will respond to temperature changes of 3°F.
  • Page 91 Outlet Control Thermistor Operation of the outlet control thermistor can be checked by using service test mode T05. Specific failures associated with the outlet control thermistor can initiate error codes E5 and E6. To remove the outlet control thermistor: 1. Remove the drum. 2.
  • Page 92 The fall back mode consist of reducing the maximum heating power (typically 50%) so that thermostats are fast enough to shut down heater in case of overheating. On these GE Model Dryers, both heaters are cycled ON and OFF every minute.

  • Page 93: Outlet Control Backup Thermostat

    Outlet Control Backup Thermostat Outlet Control Backup Thermostat Shield in Place Shield Removed The outlet control backup thermostat is located on the upper, rear area of the blower housing. It is below the moisture shield and above the outlet control thermistor. The outlet control backup thermostat monitors the outgoing air temperature.
  • Page 94 Outlet Control Backup Thermostat The outlet control backup thermostat opens at 165°F and will automatically reset at 155°F. To remove the outlet control backup thermostat: 1. Remove the drum. 2. Remove the Phillips-head screw and the thermostat moisture shield from the front frame.

  • Page 95: High Limit Thermostat

    High Limit Thermostat On electric models, the high limit thermostat is located on the top right area of the heater High Limit housing. Thermostat On gas models, the high limit thermostat is located on the upper right side of the diffuser.
  • Page 96 High Limit Thermostat For both the electric and gas models, the high limit thermostat opens at 315°F and will automatically reset at 250°F. To remove the high limit thermostat: 1. Remove the drum. 2. Disconnect the 2 wires from the high limit thermostat. 3.

  • Page 97: Service Mode Test

    Service Mode Test How to enter to service mode and navigate: From idle state, press and alternate between the “My cycle” and “Delay Start” buttons twice to enter service mode. Upon entering the service mode, the Control shall be in test selection mode and display the first test number (t01).
  • Page 98 Service Mode Test Sequences Copyright 2011...
  • Page 99 Service Mode Test Sequences Copyright 2011...

  • Page 100: Error Codes

    Error Codes Copyright 2011...
  • Page 101 Schematic (Electric) Copyright 2011...
  • Page 102 Strip Circuit – Checking Thermostats Remove Power. Measure resistance between J2 Pin 3 & J8. If all thermostats are intact, reading should be 0Ω. J2 Pin 3 Copyright 2011...
  • Page 103 Strip Circuit – Belt Switch Remove Power. Measure resistance between J2 Pin 4 & Plug. If belt switch & motor are intact, reading should be @ 3Ω. Plug J2 Pin 4 Copyright 2011...
  • Page 104 Strip Circuit - Heaters Remove Power. Measure resistance between J9 & J10. If both heaters are intact, reading should be @ 40Ω. Copyright 2011...
  • Page 105 Strip Circuit – Water Valve Remove Power. Measure resistance between J20 & Plug. The resistance of the valve coil, should read @ 400Ω. Plug Copyright 2011...
  • Page 106 Strip Circuit – Door Switch J1 3 J1 Pin 3 Plug Remove Power. Measure resistance between J1 Pin 3 (Neutral) & Plug. The resistance should read 0Ω with the door closed and ∞Ω with the door open. Copyright 2011...
  • Page 107 Schematic (Gas) Copyright 2011...
  • Page 108 Strip Circuit Strip Circuit – Water Valve Remove Power. Measure resistance between J20 & Plug. The resistance of the valve coil, should read @ 400Ω. Plug Copyright 2011...
  • Page 109 Strip Circuit Strip Circuit – Door Switch J1 3 J1 Pin 3 Plug Remove Power. Measure resistance between J1 Pin 3 (Neutral) & Plug. The resistance should read 0Ω with the door closed and ∞Ω with the door open. Copyright 2011...
  • Page 110 Strip Circuit Strip Circuit – Belt Switch Remove Power. Measure resistance between J2 Pin 4 & Plug. If belt switch is intact, reading should be @ 3Ω. Plug J2 Pin 4 Copyright 2011...
  • Page 111 END OF PRESENTATION Copyright 2011...

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