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Montgomery Wards Dryer controls don't work
If your dryer controls are not working, the most common cause is a worn or stripped knob that no longer engages the switch or timer stem: selector, timer, and control knobs can crack or spin freely so the dial or knob not working is the symptom you see. After checking the knobs, inspect the power cord and its terminals next, since a burned or broken cord will kill the whole display or timer and make the dryer controls not responding. If the start button itself fails while the door switch tests good, the thermal fuse is a likely next suspect and can be checked for continuity with a multimeter. Keep it simple: feel for looseness at the knob, look for blackened or exposed wiring at the cord, and test the fuse before replacing larger assemblies. If you need a replacement part, enter your model number on RepairClinic.com to pull up the exact control knob, power cord, thermal fuse, or other part that fits your dryer.
01 - Montgomery Wards 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 - Montgomery Wards 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 - Montgomery Wards 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 - Montgomery Wards 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 - Montgomery Wards 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.
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06 - Montgomery Wards 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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My dryer controls are not working: what should I check first?
The dryer knob just spins and won't change the setting; do I need a new knob?
I press Start and nothing happens: could a blown thermal fuse be the cause?
The timer or display is completely dead: can the power cord cause that?
How do I find the correct replacement part for my dryer on RepairClinic.com?
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