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Video & Articles: Appliance & Equipment RepairGE Gas Dryer Won't Start? Replace Start Switch #WE4M416
GE Gas Dryer Won't Start? Replace Start Switch #WE4M416
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- Description
This video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing the start switch on GE and Hotpoint gas dryers. The most common reasons for replacing the start switch are if the dryer won’t start or is already running before you press or turn the start switch.
All of the information in this start switch replacement video is applicable to the following brands: GE, Hotpoint
All of the information in this start switch replacement video is applicable to the following brands: GE, Hotpoint
Step By Step Instructions
1
As with any repair, you should unplug the appliance before beginning.
2
Your first step is to remove the start switch button.
3
You can use string or wire to help pull it off.
4
Next, remove the screws at the back of the control panel.
5
Slide the control panel to the side and detach it from the main top.
6
Disconnect the wires from the old start switch.
7
Lift the tab and rotate the old start switch counter-clockwise to detach it from the control panel.
8
Install the new start switch by inserting it into the control panel and rotating it clockwise to lock it into place.
9
Connect the wires to the new switch.
10
Reposition the control panel and secure the screws.
11
Replace the start switch button.
12
You’re now ready to plug the power cord back in and confirm that the appliance is functioning properly.
Description
This video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing the start switch on GE and Hotpoint gas dryers. The most common reasons for replacing the start switch are if the dryer won’t start or is already running before you press or turn the start switch.
All of the information in this start switch replacement video is applicable to the following brands: GE, Hotpoint
All of the information in this start switch replacement video is applicable to the following brands: GE, Hotpoint
Step-By-Step Instructions
1
As with any repair, you should unplug the appliance before beginning.
2
Your first step is to remove the start switch button.
3
You can use string or wire to help pull it off.
4
Next, remove the screws at the back of the control panel.
5
Slide the control panel to the side and detach it from the main top.
6
Disconnect the wires from the old start switch.
7
Lift the tab and rotate the old start switch counter-clockwise to detach it from the control panel.
8
Install the new start switch by inserting it into the control panel and rotating it clockwise to lock it into place.
9
Connect the wires to the new switch.
10
Reposition the control panel and secure the screws.
11
Replace the start switch button.
12
You’re now ready to plug the power cord back in and confirm that the appliance is functioning properly.
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