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Tappan Dryer controls don't work
If your Tappan dryer controls are unresponsive, the most likely cause is a worn or cracked control knob that no longer engages the switch stem — selector, timer, or control knobs can strip and just spin without turning the switch. Next most likely is a power cord problem when the whole display or timer is dead; check for breaks, exposed wires, or blackened terminals and replace the cord if it’s damaged. If only the start button or a single function fails and the door switch checks out, a blown thermal fuse is a common culprit; test it with a multimeter and swap it out if it shows no continuity. These failures show up as dryer knob not working, dryer start button not working, or dryer controls not responding. You can usually fix knob slips yourself with a replacement knob, or replace a power cord or thermal fuse in an afternoon. Enter your model number on RepairClinic.com to find the exact replacement part that fits your dryer.
01 - Tappan 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 - Tappan 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.
Highly Likely
03 - Tappan 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.
Highly Likely
04 - Tappan 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 - Tappan 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 - Tappan 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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