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Model: W10185979	Brand: Roper	Age: 1 - 5 years
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dsan		#1 Posted : Thursday, August 25, 2016 3:05:12 PM(UTC)
Rank: Member Groups: Registered Joined: 8/25/2016(UTC) Posts: 2		Dryer only powers on (drive motor spins) on cool down settings. No power to motor at Low or High heat settings. Have continuity at thermal fuse. Have both legs AC (120/240), pulled cycling thermostat and have continuity at large terminals at room temp. Heated thermostat until it clicked to open, no continuity and large or small terminals. Looking for guidance as to next items to check?


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dsan		#2 Posted : Thursday, August 25, 2016 5:45:12 PM(UTC)
Rank: Member Groups: Registered Joined: 8/25/2016(UTC) Posts: 2		RESOLVED: Disassembled the timer/switch assembly and found a broken tang on one of the cams that actuated the electrical contacts. For troubleshooting purposes I super glued the cam back in place and tested. Up and running.


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