Clip or touch one probe to the terminal from which you removed the wire. Touch the other probe to one of the other terminals. You should get a reading of zero. If you get a high reading, then the timer motor is bad and it's time to replace it.
How much does it cost to repair a dryer timer?
Dryer Timer Replacement Cost Replacing a dryer timer motor costs between $150 and $300. The dryer timer motor tracks the time of your drying cycles and turns the dryer off when the correct time elapses.Feb 4, 2021
How do you fix a dryer timer that won't advance?
Unplug the dryer and use a multi-meter to check for continuity in the contacts that control the small timer motor. If a continuity test fails, replace the timer motor, or the complete timer itself.
How do you reset the timer on a dryer?
The control panel of many dryers has a reset button. The dryer should be cool for ten minutes if the motor doesn't run. Push the reset button again. This should restart the dryer if there are no problems with the motor, switches or electrical system.
How much does it cost to replace a timer on a dryer?
Dryer Timer Replacement Cost Replacing a dryer timer motor costs between $150 and $300. The dryer timer motor tracks the time of your drying cycles and turns the dryer off when the correct time elapses.Feb 4, 2021
How do I fix the timer on my GE dryer?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AaUFD-xc8rw
What would cause a dryer timer to stop working?
The timer contacts control the dryer motor as well as the heat circuit and the timer motor itself. A defective timer motor or a defect in the timer's electrical contacts can cause the timer motor to fail and the timer will need to be replaced.