[tealle]

The dryer itself dries properly, but when the knob is turn on to dry the clothes, it seems to stay in one place and doesn't always shut off. If I turn the knob manually towards the end of the cycle, then it is more likely to automatically turn off. Otherwise, the dryer will just keep on running until I shut it off. Thank you

[Frank / APP Team]

Originally Posted by tealle

The dryer itself dries properly, but when the knob is turn on to dry the clothes, it seems to stay in one place and doesn't always shut off. If I turn the knob manually towards the end of the cycle, then it is more likely to automatically turn off. Otherwise, the dryer will just keep on running until I shut it off. Thank you

Try running the dryer with the vent hose removed. A slow vent will cause what you're describing.

From there you'll need to look at the cycling thermostat. That is the part that tells the timer to advance. It sends a signal to the timer when the proper temp is achieved in the drum. In other words when the element cycles off the timer motor moves a little bit. When it cools down and the element comes back on the timer stops. This action takes place when you're using one of the auto cycles.

If you have a slow vent it can cause the high limit thermostat to do the cycling instead of the proper one.

You can find a parts breakdown and a wiring diagram at the below link.

Model LDE8424ACE