Whirlpool
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Model # WGD5840SG0 Official Whirlpool dryer

Here are the diagrams and repair parts for Official Whirlpool WGD5840SG0 dryer, as well as links to manuals and error code tables, if available.

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Bracket 8566052
#40

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Bracket

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Connector 3401144
#25

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Connector

Part #3401144

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Dryer Wire Harness 3401695
#2

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Dryer wire harness

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Maytag Dryer Knob W10034770
#32

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Maytag dryer knob

Part #W10034770

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Base 693986
#7

8318272 burner assembly, optional parts (not included) diagram

Base

Part #693986

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Control Panel 8578866
#41

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Control panel

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The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

Control Panel 8578867
#41A

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Control panel

Part #8578867

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Washer Knob W10034390
#18A

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Washer knob

Part #W10034390

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Installation Instructions 8562582
#1

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Installation instructions

Part #8562582

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Dryer Control Knob W10034750
#38

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Dryer control knob

Part #W10034750

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

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…

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

Main causes: damaged door strike, worn door catch…

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

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

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

Most common repair guides to help fix your dryers

These step-by-step repair guides will help you safely fix what’s broken on your dryer.

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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 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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 15 minutes or less

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How to use your clothes dryer efficiently

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