Video & Articles: Appliance & Equipment RepairWhirlpool Gas Dryer Replace Dryness Control Board #W10116565

Whirlpool Gas Dryer Replace Dryness Control Board #W10116565

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This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the dryness control board on a Whirlpool/Kenmore gas dryer. The most common reasons for replacing the dryness control board are when the dryer takes too long or stops mid-cycle.

All of the information for this dryness control board replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Kenmore, Whirlpool

Tools needed: flat head screwdriver, Phillips head screwdriver, putty knife

Step By Step Instructions

1
As with any repair, be sure you’ve unplugged the appliance before beginning.
2
Your first step is to detach the control panel. Depending on your model, you will either insert a putty knife under the panel to release the two clips or you will pull off both plastic end caps and remove the screws found underneath.
3
Now, rotate the control panel up.
4
Squeeze the mounting brackets on the old dryness control board, and pull up to remove.
5
You’re now ready to install the new dryness control board.
6
Move the old board out of the way and insert the new board into the control panel. Gently press it down into position.
7
Now, transfer the wires from the old board to the new one.
8
Rotate the control panel back down, and snap it into place.
9
If applicable, replace the screws and end caps.
10
Now, plug the appliance back in to make sure it’s functioning properly.
Description
This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the dryness control board on a Whirlpool/Kenmore gas dryer. The most common reasons for replacing the dryness control board are when the dryer takes too long or stops mid-cycle.

All of the information for this dryness control board replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Kenmore, Whirlpool

Tools needed: flat head screwdriver, Phillips head screwdriver, putty knife
Step-By-Step Instructions
1
As with any repair, be sure you’ve unplugged the appliance before beginning.
2
Your first step is to detach the control panel. Depending on your model, you will either insert a putty knife under the panel to release the two clips or you will pull off both plastic end caps and remove the screws found underneath.
3
Now, rotate the control panel up.
4
Squeeze the mounting brackets on the old dryness control board, and pull up to remove.
5
You’re now ready to install the new dryness control board.
6
Move the old board out of the way and insert the new board into the control panel. Gently press it down into position.
7
Now, transfer the wires from the old board to the new one.
8
Rotate the control panel back down, and snap it into place.
9
If applicable, replace the screws and end caps.
10
Now, plug the appliance back in to make sure it’s functioning properly.

Applicable Product Model

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Brand
Product Type
Model
Subtype
Gas
Parts Needed
Recommended Tools and Accessories
Cleaner
Cleaner
$7.62
Total$0.00

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