As your load of laundry tumbles in the drum it makes contact with the sensor strips so that the dryer can end the cycle when your laundry is dry.
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How to reset whirlpool duet dryer sensing by jon posted on may 24 2020.
If the dryer will not stop on those cycles then the issue is the temperature sensor in the dryer and the dryer needs a new timer resistor.
The sensor is located across from the gas igniter at the dryer s burner assembly.
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The parts arrived quickly i replaced both moisture sensor bars and the dryer thermistor.
Then turn on the dryer and watch the timer.
If the dryer is not level the sensing does not work properly and your drying cycle will end early.
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As the clothes begin to dry the timer will move and shut off.
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All whirlpool duet dryers have sensor strips in the drum.
Check for continuity with a multi meter before replacing.
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It should run for a few moments and then shut down right away.
The first step to test the dryer s moisture sensor is to place completely dry clothes in the dryer and turn the dryer on.
This flame sensor should be closed for continuity at room temperature.
The timer and timer resistor are inexpensive parts.
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This is an easy fix.
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With a bit of time and effort and a good repair guide you can make the repairs yourself.