GE, DLLLR23EG1WW, will not start/ come on

Dryer Repair
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Brand: GE
Model Number: DLLLR23EG1WW
Main Symptom: won’t start/ come on
What happens & when: nothing happens

Error Code (if any):
Parts or tests already tried: start switch, power block
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Hi. Im a DIYer, first time. So my electric dryer stopped working about a week ago. Ive used a multimeter to test the start switch, and power block. I also tested the timer for continuity but im not sure if i tested it correctly because it read 0L. Other than that, all other components are in working order that I’m aware of. What am i missing or what else should i do/test?

Thank you

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When the power block was tested, what voltage reading did it have? Also, with the power cord unplugged and the timer set to a cycle, what continuity reading do you get from terminal B to terminal C?

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This dryer has a high limit right after the timer that could be bad. Dryer Parts - OEM Replacement Parts

Here is your wiring diagram for that model!

31-16111 GE DLLLR23EG1WW Dryer Mini Manual.pdf (931.8 KB)

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For the power reading i can’t remember the exact reading but it was below 10, maybe 6 to 8. For the B/C reading it read 0L on the multimeter.

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I also got a 0L when testing the timer, terminal C and T. I tested the start switch and it is has continuity running through. I am using a kobalt digital display multimeter.

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Was the timer set onto an operation cycle like timed dry? If so, the timer has failed. WE4M353 Dryer Timer (Plastic Shaft) | Genuine Ge OEM In Stock

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Yes, it was set to timed dry. I flipped the start switch and no conduitity was observed. , only reading was 0L with no noise. Thank you for your help. Im hoping this will solve the problem

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As there was no continuity when there should have been, the timer has failed and would need to be replaced.

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Hi, i replaced the timer and the dryer has started back working. Would you happen to know what size screw is needed to hold the timer into place? It’s been almost two weeks since I’ve taken it apart and i don’t remember if it had a screw holding it in place but i remember it was a bit hard to pull out/off. The new part will not stay put after twisting the knob

Thank you

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The timer would have two tabs that rotate into locking brackets on the console. There might be a screw at one corner that is probably a size 8 or 10 screw about 1/2” long.

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The dryer stopped again not even 10 minutes after starting it up. Im back at square one :face_with_steam_from_nose:. Any idea on what could be the issue or Where to check next?

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Was there an abnormal noise at all? Also, will the dryer start back up if it is allowed to cool down for 5 or so minutes?

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It happen last night. So i posted this issue extremely late. No abnormal noise. I tried again and it would not start back again. The timer was hot to the touch but even after cooling it didn’t start back.

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If you access the power cord terminal block, what voltage do you measure when testing from the red wire to the black wire, red wire to white wire, then black wire to white wire?