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Model # DDE5211PB Official GE dryer

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Belt WE12X42

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Belt

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Thermostat WE4X543

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Thermostat

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Idler Pulley WE12X47

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Idler pulley

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Motor WE17X32

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Motor

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Start Switch WE4X488

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Start switch

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Dryer Timer WE4X525

#100

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Dryer timer

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Dryer Motor Switch WE4X344

#207

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Dryer motor switch

Part #WE4X344

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Start Switch WE4X198

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Start switch

Part #WE4X198

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Thermostat Kit WE25X139

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Thermostat kit

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Switch-safety Start WE4X00

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Switch-safety start

Part #WE4X00

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Main causes: bad gas valve coils, broken heating element, tripped safety thermostat or fuse, bad operating thermostat, c…

Main causes: clogged exhaust system, heating system failure, deposits on moisture sensor, control system failure…

Main causes: bad drum support roller, damaged idler pulley, broken blower fan blade, worn drum glide bearing, bad drive …

Main causes: door switch failure, lack of power, broken belt, blown thermal fuse, bad drive motor, control system failur…

Main causes: damaged door strike, worn door catch…

Main causes: clogged exhaust vent, bad motor relay, loose dryer door catch, bad door switch, control system failure, fau…

Main causes: bad timer or electronic control board, door switch failure…

Main causes: lack of electrical power, bad power cord, wiring failure, bad control board, blown thermal fuse, bad door s…

Most common repair guides to help fix your dryers

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How to replace a thermal fuse in an electric dryer

How to replace a thermal fuse in an electric dryer

When the air in the dryer overheats—usually because the vent is clogged—the thermal fuse blows, stopping the dryer. You …

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Time required
 15 minutes or less
How to install a thermal cut-off fuse kit in an electric dryer

How to install a thermal cut-off fuse kit in an electric dryer

The thermal cut-off fuse shuts off the heat if the dryer overheats when the high-limit thermostat fails. Install a ther…

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Time required
 15 minutes or less
How to replace a dryer door switch

How to replace a dryer door switch

The dryer won't start if the door switch isn't working correctly. You can install a replacement dryer door switch in les…

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Time required
 15 minutes or less

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