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Dryer is 1.5 yrs old and started acting up a couple weeks ago; but not all the time - it works fine for a couple loads, then won't stay running in any mode (timed drying or automatic drying).
Dryer will run for about 30 seconds, then stop - no error on the display.
Cleaning the moisture sensors sometimes fixes it...Letting it sit for a few minutes sometimes fixes it.
Should I consider replacing the moisture sensor.
Can anyone supply a wiring diagram for my dryer.
Thanx,
Justin
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Hi Justin,
The first failure suspect is a clogged exhaust line which caused the dryer to overheat.
Gene.
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Thanks for the response Gene.
I actually already checked the exhaust line and it's perfectly clean.
Could it be a defective thermal switch?
Or should check something else?
Thanx,
Justin
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Possible the moister sensor is causing the problem.
The model number you posted does not come up. Verify and repost it, please.
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Model number is confirmed to be WTMC4300CN, Bosch Nexxt DLX Series Electric Dryer.
It's a Canadian model - the US equivalent is WTMC4300US.
Can I simply jumper the moisture sensor to bypass it?
Does it provide a variable resistance or some other measurement to the circuit board?
Thanx,
Justin
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Justin,
You can not bypass the moister sensor - the control board is going to be confused. It controls the sensor by reading the proper resistance.
I would recommend to call an authorized Bosch tech because the problem you described is not a regular and it is not on the troubleshooting list.
Gene.
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As it turns out the problem was with the door switch - the one screw holding the door sensor in place was slightly loose, just enough to shut down the dryer after a couple minutes of tumbling and clothes bumping against the door.
Go figure....
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I'm glad you were able to fix it.
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MODEL NO WTL6500AU/07 BOSH MAXX DRYER
IT JUST SEEMS TO PULSE EVERTY FIVE SECONDS NO MATTER WHAT I DO ONCE TURNED ON HELP PLEASE .HAVE CLEANED ALL AREAS OF MACHINE
REGARDS LANCE
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