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Admiral Dryer controls don't work
If your dryer controls are not working or the selector, timer or function knobs just spin without engaging, the most likely culprit is a stripped or cracked control knob that no longer mates with the switch stem. A slipped knob is an easy, common fix and should be the first thing you check when your dryer knob is not working or the dryer controls are not responding. If the entire display or timer is dead, check the power cord next for breaks, exposed wires or blackened terminals that indicate a bad connection. If the start button is the only thing failing and the door switch checks out, a blown thermal fuse is a frequent cause; test the fuse for continuity with a multimeter and replace it if it shows no continuity. You can find the correct replacement control knob, power cord or thermal fuse for your model at RepairClinic — enter your model number on RepairClinic.com to see the exact replacement part that fits your dryer.
01 - Admiral Dryer Selector Knob
A dryer selector knob needs to be able to engage and rotate the selector switch stem for that control to work. If the knob is cracked or stripped out and just slips on the stem a new knob will need to be installed to properly engage the switch.
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02 - Admiral Dryer Timer Knob
The dryer's timer knob needs to be able to engage and rotate the timer stem for the control to work. If the knob is cracked or stripped out and just slips on the stem a new knob will need to be installed to properly engage the control.
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03 - Admiral Dryer Control Knob
A dryer control knob needs to be able to engage and rotate the switch stem for that control to work. If the knob is cracked or stripped out and just slips on the stem a new knob will need to be installed to properly engage the switch.
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04 - Admiral Dryer Power Cord
If the whole dryer display or timer is not working, the dryer's power cord could the source of the problem. Inspect the cord for any breaks or burn marks near the terminals. If the terminals appear blackened or wires are exposed through the cord's insulation, you should replace the power cord with a new one.
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05 - Admiral Dryer Knob
A dryer control knob needs to be able to engage and rotate the switch stem for that control to work. If the knob is cracked or stripped out and just slips on the stem a new knob will need to be installed to properly engage the switch.
Highly Likely
06 - Admiral Dryer Thermal Fuse
If just the start button is malfunctioning and you've confirmed the door switch is working properly, then it's possible the thermal fuse has blown. You can use a multimeter to test the fuse for electrical continuity. If the thermal fuse has no continuity, you'll know it has blown and will need to be replaced.
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Why won't my dryer controls work or respond?
My dryer knob just spins and won't change settings. What part do I need?
Start button not working — could the thermal fuse be the cause?
All of the dryer's lights and timer are dead. Could the power cord be the problem?
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