Dryer Will Not Stay On After Pushing Start (How to Fix)

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  • @LexVance
    @LexVance  6 років тому +29

    If you'd like to support the channel, you can do so by shopping on AMAZON through this link,
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    • @Chibigunnerpro
      @Chibigunnerpro 6 років тому

      Lex Vance what's the part number for the switch I need a replacement

    • @billfischer9650
      @billfischer9650 6 років тому +2

      Thanx for the video Lex. $11 for a belt switch and $19 for the belt (was good but I replaced it anywaze) and I'm back in action. Saved $580 for a new dryer. A little testy getting the belt, motor and idler pulley together. Took a while, but got it done. Thanx again.

    • @brettcapstick9420
      @brettcapstick9420 5 років тому +3

      Whats that switch called? Thats my issue.

    • @thomashernandez5411
      @thomashernandez5411 5 років тому +2

      What's the name of the switch

    • @Texaca
      @Texaca 5 років тому

      thanks for video, yours is the most informative I've seen today. I was working on a GE Select DX4500EA3WW dryer, that would not tumble or spin. Not sure what the problem was, but I got it to run. Probably a loose wire, or something.
      If it fails again, I'll be more confident about working on it, thanks to your video.

  • @angelinayantz208
    @angelinayantz208 3 роки тому +98

    I literally looked up “dryer won’t stay on” and this video of the exact same dryer with the exact same issue popped up this was so helpful thank you!!

    • @LexVance
      @LexVance  3 роки тому

      Awesome! Thank you so much for watching Angelina!

    • @Skye12236
      @Skye12236 3 роки тому +1

      What is this dryer called

    • @LexVance
      @LexVance  3 роки тому

      @@Skye12236 GE Dryer

    • @GLI_1701
      @GLI_1701 3 роки тому +4

      Same here.... spooky

    • @trackphone3215
      @trackphone3215 2 роки тому +1

      Same exact thing with me. Same model and problem.

  • @krazykarajas6096
    @krazykarajas6096 9 місяців тому +6

    I just want to thank you. As an extremely tired, stressed, exhausted mother of three with no dry school shirts for the morning… you put my mind at rest tonight. God bless you my dude ❤

    • @LexVance
      @LexVance  9 місяців тому

      You're welcome! Thank you so much for watching!

  • @Geshtal
    @Geshtal 2 роки тому +12

    This is a great and helpful video that helped me fix my dryer today, although one critical detail was left out. If you're struggling while groping blindly to try and get the new belt around the pulley and the motor and feeling like the belt doesn't have enough slack to fit, there is a much easier way. Before you put the drum back in, look at the motor. It's against a metal plate which has a curved corner for seemingly no reason. Well, you can pull the pulley all the way towards you and the end bit will fit and hold right under that corner, that's what it's there for. Then put the drum with the belt on it in its place and you only have to rope the belt around the motor. Then let the pulley out from under the curved corner and it puts itself exactly into place without you having to maneuver three things at once sight unseen.

  • @tedcosgrove2405
    @tedcosgrove2405 8 місяців тому +2

    ✌ Thanks so much. My wife had a new $800 dryer picked out. Just like you showed, it was a broken belt. Quick trip to the parts store and I had it fixed. The only difficulty was that I never saw how the belt was to be routed so I tried to install it looped around the idler pulley. That made it seem like the belt was too long. Then I figured out that both of the lengths of the belt go on the same side of the idler pulley and all was good. Save $785 .

    • @LexVance
      @LexVance  8 місяців тому

      Nice fix! Thank you so much for watching!

  • @zachhufham3908
    @zachhufham3908 3 роки тому +8

    This just happened to be the same exact issue on the same exact dryer I have. This was extremely informative without being too technical

    • @LexVance
      @LexVance  3 роки тому +1

      Awesome! Thank you so much for watching Zach!

    • @angelgarcia4328
      @angelgarcia4328 2 роки тому

      @@LexVance thakx u r the man ……..

  • @wayneebanks5715
    @wayneebanks5715 Рік тому +1

    Hey man I'd like to say thank you. You just saved me a bunch of money that I can't afford to spend right now by showing me how to do this my friend. All the best to you!

    • @LexVance
      @LexVance  Рік тому

      Awesome! Comments like this are fuel that keeps me going. Thank you so much for watching, Wayne!

  • @alexwilliams972
    @alexwilliams972 Рік тому +3

    This video just allowed me to fix my dryer all by myself! Thank you!!!!!!

    • @LexVance
      @LexVance  Рік тому

      Nice fix Alex! Thank you so much for watching!

    • @gradystephens933
      @gradystephens933 Рік тому

      I am having this same issue going to buy a belt tomorrow and pray I can get it done

  • @geekgal2006
    @geekgal2006 3 роки тому

    I searched for “dryer won’t stay on”, like others here in the feed. Your video showed me my exact washer brand, same button and dials and same problem with the broken belt. Bought a new belt at Lowes and re-watched your video here. Dryer is working again. Thanks for showing how--you make it look easier than it is -->attaching the belt I mean. Just subscribed. Groovy, man!
    --Bill

    • @LexVance
      @LexVance  3 роки тому

      Awesome! Thank you so much for watching Bill!

  • @karenpaulin8916
    @karenpaulin8916 5 років тому +3

    I opened mine up and found out my belt does need to be replaced thank you for this video. 👍

    • @karenpaulin8916
      @karenpaulin8916 5 років тому +1

      Lex Vance You’re welcome, now I will tempt to fix this on my own I am very determined wish me luck

  • @kamadden
    @kamadden 3 роки тому +2

    Second time you've saved my bacon with a great video. THANK YOU!!!

    • @LexVance
      @LexVance  3 роки тому

      Awesome! Thank you so much for watching kamadden!

  • @darkstar189
    @darkstar189 Рік тому +1

    Thank you for this. I installed a new belt and was suddenly having the symptoms of a bad interlock switch that you described. Dryer ran and spins but stops as soon as I let go of the on switch. Turns out I lifted up on the belt tensioner and pulled it up out of place so it was no longer touching the interlock switch. Put it back down against the switch, installed belt, now it’s running smooth and quiet. I was in the process of looking at a new $800 dryer and decided to try looking at the problem one last time. Thanks again.

    • @LexVance
      @LexVance  Рік тому +1

      You're welcome Matthew!

    • @awittenmeyer79
      @awittenmeyer79 11 місяців тому

      Thank you @darkstar189 same thing just happened to me with the tensioner being pulled up out of place, I would have booted it out the door before I figured that out on my own!

  • @kyle0986
    @kyle0986 5 років тому

    Your video literally saved me 350+ dollars appliance shop I called said that it was a motor. I decided to research myself before taking it in. I have the exact Same dryer with the exact same problem. Followed your steps and found the same issue. Appreciate your video!!

    • @LexVance
      @LexVance  5 років тому +1

      Wow awesome! Enjoy that $350 you saved. Woo hoo!
      Thank you so much for watching Kyle!
      www.DirtyMaintenanceNation.com

    • @dantelanzetta6029
      @dantelanzetta6029 5 років тому

      This is a beautiful video in every way. My dryer (GTDP280ED0WW) looks exactly the same as the one you fixed. Inexcusable that GE put the belt microswitch not only on the motor mount, making it difficult to test for continuity and almost as hard to replace as the motor, but with the screw heads angled up against the cabinet so you cannot replace the switch without at least sliding the motor mount partway out!
      This microswitch on mine WAS bad, so I had to go all that way to replace it. Once I had it open, I discovered that the large metal plate underneath the console, painted with what looks like Army primer, has surface rust laying over all of it. We've had the dryer six years, but only use it three months a year. All that rust comes from the salt air in Florida. While waiting for Amazon to send me a switch, I gave that piece a coat of Rustoleum Primer, in the hope of keeping the dryer for a while.
      My problem is with routing the belt over the tensioning pulley and under the motor pulley. The bent rod the tensioning pulley rides on doesn't want to go far enough to the right side of the dryer to put tension on it. I can't tell from the video whether the other end of the rod goes where mine does, forward from where it contacts the switch to the front where it is bent 90° to go up into a notch up in the front of the motor mounting plate. If it's the same, I must just not be putting enough muscle into forcing the pulley end to the right.
      (It doesn't help that GE decided to route the vent pipe to the rear in the middle of the dryer and almost up to the drum, right where my hand wants to be when routing the belt.)
      I'll be waiting to see whether you have a better way of putting that belt on. Thanks again for this video.
      Dante
      @@LexVance

  • @bigwillone
    @bigwillone 4 роки тому

    Just followed this video and repaired my dryer. This was the exact dryer and the exact problem and the installation went pretty smooth except for taking out the screws for the front door, and getting the belt back on the pulley wheel. Putting the drum back in and putting the top back on was a pain as well, but getting the belt back on the pulley properly was trash. It worked and saved me alot of money calling a repairman. Thanks so much for this video.

    • @amynisil7491
      @amynisil7491 4 роки тому

      Do you know the model number of your dryer I have the same one and I need to replace the belt as well.

    • @bigwillone
      @bigwillone 4 роки тому

      The model number is on ta sticker on the dryer door.

  • @KEVLAR244
    @KEVLAR244 2 роки тому +2

    I changed the switch exactly as you instructed and my dryer now runs perfect! Thank you very much!

  • @dejaburt80
    @dejaburt80 2 роки тому +2

    This video is four years old but it was exactly what I needed today. I was even able to show the technician where the screws were to remove the top... thanks!

    • @LexVance
      @LexVance  2 роки тому +1

      Awesome! Thank you so much for watching Deja!

  • @ritochacon8501
    @ritochacon8501 6 років тому +4

    Thank you for showing the part about the switch! I was thinking I needed to replace electric components until I watched that part. My problem was that during the troubleshooting process I removed the tensioner and forgot to place it behind that switch so it was not clicking.
    Thanks a lot!

    • @LexVance
      @LexVance  6 років тому +1

      Rito Chacon You're welcome! Thank you so much for watching Rito!
      www.DirtyMaintenanceNation.com

    • @Over_1Fortnite
      @Over_1Fortnite 2 роки тому

      Same thing here Rito!

  • @rubmorgan31
    @rubmorgan31 Рік тому

    Thank you Lex for the video. I hardly leave comments on YT, but yours deserves it.

    • @LexVance
      @LexVance  Рік тому

      Right on! Thank you so much for watching, Ruben!

  • @Over_1Fortnite
    @Over_1Fortnite 2 роки тому

    If it wasn't for your video I would have been buying a new dryer. Long story short without your information about the interlock switch i was lost. I took it back apart only to realize the Pulley had popped out and was not engaging the switch. That was it! Thank you!!

    • @LexVance
      @LexVance  2 роки тому

      Nice fix Chris! Thank you so much for watching!

  • @argylekennethdobbinsiii1565
    @argylekennethdobbinsiii1565 4 роки тому

    Similar Model Dryer here for me. Almost 12 or so years old. Maybe a bit more. Same parts and all but Gas model. I redone the Drum "bearing" the plastic bits in front and also the sliders for bearings on this model. I also replaced the start switch up top as well. Wanted to test before reassembly and had seen this pulley switch but did not know what it was. I could start the machine but it would shut off. Seeing this video allowed me to "test" that my work was correct before reassembly by simply applying pressure to the pulley and switch. Without the Drum in the machine. Also I cleaned about 3 inches of lint out of the machine LOL. So thanks a bunch for the tip on the Pulley Switch.

    • @LexVance
      @LexVance  4 роки тому +1

      You're welcome! Thank you so much for watching Argyle!

  • @JustJanine91
    @JustJanine91 3 роки тому

    This is a godsent. Googled dryer won’t stay on when I push start, video pops on of my exact dryer 😂🙏❤️

    • @LexVance
      @LexVance  3 роки тому

      Awesome! Thank you so much for watching Janine!

  • @billfischer9650
    @billfischer9650 6 років тому

    Thanx for the video Lex. $11 for a belt switch and $19 for the belt (was good but I replaced it anywaze) and I'm back in action. Saved $580 for a new dryer. A little testy getting the belt, motor and idler pulley together. Took a while, but got it done. Thanx again.

    • @LexVance
      @LexVance  6 років тому

      Awesome! Enjoy that $580 you saved! Thank you so much for watching Bill!
      www.DirtyMaintenanceNation.com

    • @dantelanzetta6029
      @dantelanzetta6029 5 років тому

      I'm not doing so well reinstalling the belt now that I replaced the faulty microswitch. What was your secret other than "Took a while?"

  • @johnjkizer6399
    @johnjkizer6399 Рік тому

    Absolutely the best video I have seen on this power button issue, there are other videos but they do not show exactly how the belt loops around the tensioner, sure if we can see the area we are working on but like you said very tight space, thanks again

    • @LexVance
      @LexVance  Рік тому

      Thank you so much for watching John!

  • @chrisstill5142
    @chrisstill5142 5 років тому +2

    Thank you! This worked like a charm. My belt was intact but the switch was broken, just like you suggested.

    • @LexVance
      @LexVance  5 років тому

      Right on! Thank you so much for watching Chris!
      www.DirtyMaintenanceNation.com

  • @timfullname4658
    @timfullname4658 6 років тому +15

    If the belt is fine save time by taking the left side panel off instead of the drum

    • @LexVance
      @LexVance  6 років тому

      Thank you so much for watching Tim!
      www.DirtyMaintenanceNation.com

    • @compmazzaradio8484
      @compmazzaradio8484 4 роки тому +2

      This is great advice! You can avoid removing the drum. The interlock is an easy fix.

    • @auTumNadDicTfuNk
      @auTumNadDicTfuNk 3 роки тому

      Is "interlock" the name of that switch? My drum is still turning but it won't stay on.

    • @timfullname4658
      @timfullname4658 3 роки тому +1

      @@auTumNadDicTfuNk I think I took mine out and searched the product number

  • @danTaffy
    @danTaffy 7 місяців тому

    The belt replacement gave me a little headache but dryer work now. Drum doesn’t sound as smooth as before but I can’t push it in anymore than it is. Thanks for the video

    • @LexVance
      @LexVance  7 місяців тому

      Thank you so much for watching!

  • @mariovarano5966
    @mariovarano5966 Рік тому

    Great Video. My problem wasn’t the belt, but the switch connected to the belt pulley wasn’t fully engaged (it shifted). That tip saved me ripping the control panel apart to replace a starter button that wouldn’t have needed replacing!

    • @LexVance
      @LexVance  Рік тому

      Nice fix Mario! Thank you so much for watching!

  • @kennethjoswiak6852
    @kennethjoswiak6852 Рік тому

    This actually worked. The spin seals the deal. Useful vid.

    • @LexVance
      @LexVance  Рік тому

      Right on! Thank you so much for watching Kenneth!

  • @PonyGirl004
    @PonyGirl004 11 місяців тому

    Figures. I just Google'd GE dryer won't start and turns out this is the exact dryer I have. Sadly mine is a rental delivered today and only worked once lol. Now I have to wait 2 weeks for them to come out and repair it. But at least I can tell him what to do. I had no idea GE was so crappy. Great video. I wish I could get in there and fix it. You make it seem easy.

    • @LexVance
      @LexVance  11 місяців тому

      I hope everything works out for you!🤞

    • @TravelChick777
      @TravelChick777 3 місяці тому

      Instead of renting you’re better off buying one with 0% financing so you’re not throwing your money into a hole

  • @bradleywinters2903
    @bradleywinters2903 Рік тому

    the sound of my dryer functioning because of this video! thank you bro!

    • @LexVance
      @LexVance  Рік тому

      You're welcome Bradley! Thank you so much for watching!

  • @ThatOneRightThere
    @ThatOneRightThere 2 роки тому

    Lex, you saved the day! I had replaced the belt, but didn't get the alignment with the tension wheel / motor right until I saw this. Thank you.

    • @LexVance
      @LexVance  2 роки тому

      Nice fix Jacob! Thank you so much for watching!

  • @Carolyngenea
    @Carolyngenea 6 років тому +2

    Great tutorial, I was able to replace the drum switch. It was a pain, as I have no experience taking apart a dryer, and did it all alone. I did it though! Sadly, the problem still persists. I replaced the start switch, too. Oh, well, at least I do know that the problem was neither of the switches. I also do know that the guy who looked at the dryer the first time did not check the drum switch at all--the dust webs were undisturbed. :) At least I can still use my dryer by taping down the start switch until I decide to replace it.

    • @LexVance
      @LexVance  6 років тому +1

      Wow way to go Carolyn!
      Thank you so much for watching!
      www.DirtyMaintenanceNation.com

  • @jimzeidler3829
    @jimzeidler3829 6 років тому +1

    Good job, Lex, especially the part where you show how the belt is installed underneath 👍😎🤠

    • @LexVance
      @LexVance  6 років тому +1

      Jim Zeidler Right on Jim! Thank you for watching man!
      www.DirtyMaintenanceNation.com

    • @jimzeidler3829
      @jimzeidler3829 6 років тому

      You're welcome, Lex 🤠

  • @andresvives3119
    @andresvives3119 3 роки тому

    This video is a life saver, had to replace the belt and make sure that switch worked! Thanks

    • @LexVance
      @LexVance  3 роки тому

      You're welcome Andres! Thank you so much for watching!

  • @johnred1
    @johnred1 6 років тому +2

    Your video is well made and easy to understand. Helped a bunch. Thanks.

    • @LexVance
      @LexVance  6 років тому

      John Hesler Thank you so much for watching John!
      www.DirtyMaintenanceNation.com

  • @bamhomesms3624
    @bamhomesms3624 8 місяців тому

    Amazing video!! Fixed my dryer directly from watching this video! Thanks skid!

    • @LexVance
      @LexVance  8 місяців тому

      You're welcome! Thank you so much for watching!

  • @luadiva
    @luadiva 3 роки тому +1

    Merry Christmas to me! Its the week of Christmas 2020, and this is my dryer, and this is the problem. I've gotta MomGyver this solution... wish me luck!

    • @LexVance
      @LexVance  3 роки тому +1

      Good luck Picking Pennies!

  • @AOT-offroad
    @AOT-offroad 5 років тому +6

    Thank you sir this was a major help for those of us that don't mind getting in there and fixing things on our own.

    • @LexVance
      @LexVance  5 років тому +1

      Thank you so much for watching All Out Throttle!
      www.DirtyMaintenanceNation.com

  • @johnboy8898
    @johnboy8898 Рік тому

    Your video saved me. Thanks for making it. Exact same dryer, exact same problem.

    • @LexVance
      @LexVance  Рік тому

      Awesome! Thank you so much for watching johnboy!

  • @mike-ix6iy
    @mike-ix6iy 11 місяців тому

    Good advice; thank you...Have my g.e. dryer half taken apart so far..

    • @LexVance
      @LexVance  11 місяців тому

      Thank you so much for watching!

  • @jayric36
    @jayric36 6 років тому

    I’m working on a stackable washer/dryer and I had forgotten all about the switch you replace thank you so much.

    • @LexVance
      @LexVance  6 років тому

      You're welcome! Thank you so much for watching Jay!
      www.DirtyMaintenanceNation.com

  • @pedrofraga3835
    @pedrofraga3835 Рік тому

    Just thank you Sr. You just saved my life, I could fix my dryer machine withe belt problem

    • @LexVance
      @LexVance  Рік тому

      Thank you so much for watching Pedro!

  • @PlayzBlanston
    @PlayzBlanston 2 місяці тому

    you're the man, Lex. I have the same dryer and issue

    • @LexVance
      @LexVance  2 місяці тому

      Thank you so much for watching!

  • @TaylorAnneWest
    @TaylorAnneWest 9 місяців тому

    Thank you so much for this video! I always try to fix things myself when I can and this is exactly the video I was looking for. I replaced the dryer belt and it’s working again. Thank you!!!

    • @LexVance
      @LexVance  9 місяців тому

      Nice fix! Thank you so much for watching!

  • @meandmyself3007
    @meandmyself3007 Рік тому

    Your video helps me fix my GE dryer switch. thanks

    • @LexVance
      @LexVance  Рік тому

      You're welcome. Thank you so much for watching!

  • @the-stickman
    @the-stickman Рік тому

    I have the exact same dryer. I couldn’t figure out the routing of the belt. THANK YOU!!!

    • @LexVance
      @LexVance  Рік тому +1

      You're welcome! Thank you so much for watching!

    • @the-stickman
      @the-stickman Рік тому

      @@LexVance you just don’t know how many times and ways I put that belt on. You earned my subscription in less than 5 minutes 😂

  • @aamchi69aam
    @aamchi69aam 7 місяців тому

    Thank you I replaced my belt and couldn’t figure out why it still wasn’t working till this video!

    • @LexVance
      @LexVance  7 місяців тому

      Thank you so much for watching!

  • @davidcanelas1086
    @davidcanelas1086 4 роки тому

    Finally found the info that I been looking for. belt is Ok. It must be the Interlock Switch. It tested bad, on order and looking forward to replace it. Thanks a million Mr Vence.

    • @LexVance
      @LexVance  4 роки тому

      Awesome! Thank you so much for watching David!

  • @Nighthawk2g
    @Nighthawk2g 4 роки тому +2

    Thank you for helping me repair my dryer! Only cost me the price of the belt and some time! 😁

    • @LexVance
      @LexVance  4 роки тому +1

      Awesome! Thank you so much for watching NightHawk!

    • @martysykes9327
      @martysykes9327 3 роки тому

      Where did you buy you replacement belt?

    • @andrewjohnson1893
      @andrewjohnson1893 3 роки тому

      I got mine at lowes but he has a link in the video, off amazon.

    • @andrewjohnson1893
      @andrewjohnson1893 3 роки тому

      Half the price almost at lowes

  • @bsbro
    @bsbro Рік тому

    Thank you so much! The hardest thing was looping the belt. It wasn't easy, but at least i don't have to buy a new dyer for now!

    • @LexVance
      @LexVance  Рік тому

      Nice fix Mike! Thank you so much for watching!

  • @amandamorantes7337
    @amandamorantes7337 4 роки тому

    Thanks so much for making this video. We fixed our dryer and it was just the pulley. Saved us alot of $. Thanks

    • @LexVance
      @LexVance  4 роки тому

      Awesome! Thank you so much for watching Amanda!

  • @JoseFlores-gw8yu
    @JoseFlores-gw8yu 3 роки тому +2

    I’m not sure how much money you just saved me but thank you for this well made and informative video!
    It took me a hour to repair this. This includes, not knowing what was wrong with my dryer, watching your video, taking apart/cleaning the dryer, found a repair shop with the belt on stock and installed it!
    $35 for the belt and 1 hour of my time! Shoot!!!!! Lol I can’t fix anything now!!!

    • @LexVance
      @LexVance  3 роки тому

      Nice fix Jose! Thank you so much for watching!

  • @fishrman29
    @fishrman29 2 роки тому

    Lex, if it wasn't for this video I would have thrown the residents dryer over the balcony onto the ground. Thank you so much for the great video bro!!

    • @LexVance
      @LexVance  2 роки тому

      You're welcome Brach! Thank you so much for watching!

  • @CyberFromFire
    @CyberFromFire 2 місяці тому

    Great video, man you're a lifesaver! Thanks!!!

    • @LexVance
      @LexVance  2 місяці тому

      Thank you so much for watching!

  • @baptizedbyfire13
    @baptizedbyfire13 5 років тому

    What a great video. This guy is a real professional

    • @LexVance
      @LexVance  5 років тому

      Thank you so much for watching jlerro!
      www.DirtyMaintenanceNation.com

  • @Hagiazo
    @Hagiazo 9 місяців тому

    Replaced the belt and had the same issue. (I didn't even know that switch existed until I saw this video.) Turns out, in this case, that the tension bar had popped out of the slot it is supposed to sit in above the little retainer thingy that helps it stay in place and was just above the switch. Once back in place everything worked as it should.

    • @LexVance
      @LexVance  9 місяців тому +1

      Nice fix, Dan! Thank you so much for watching!

  • @MrTrocks365
    @MrTrocks365 2 місяці тому

    Thanks saved me from buying a new dryer.

    • @LexVance
      @LexVance  2 місяці тому

      Thank you so much for watching!

  • @workingshlub8861
    @workingshlub8861 6 років тому

    great video lex...we have whirlpool at my complex..still learning the GE stuff

    • @LexVance
      @LexVance  6 років тому

      working shlub Right on man. Its pretty much the same stuff in a different box. Thank you so much for watching working shlub!
      www.DirtyMaintenanceNation.com

  • @jets427
    @jets427 5 років тому +1

    Thanks for the great video - my belt was indeed broken. Now, as I'm waiting to purchase a new one, I'm looking ahead on how to reassemble it. Is the long felt strip a bearing surface? How does it make its way into the drum flange? Thanks again, this video was really informative.

    • @LexVance
      @LexVance  5 років тому

      Hmmm I'd need to be there looking at it as they're all a little different.
      Thank you so much for watching Evan!
      www.DirtyMaintenanceNation.com

  • @Honeysucklebrown1
    @Honeysucklebrown1 4 роки тому +1

    Thank you for sharing this video. It confirmed my suspicion!! You Rock🙏💜

    • @LexVance
      @LexVance  4 роки тому

      Awesome! Thank you so much for watching Honeysuckle!

  • @danwilliamson1592
    @danwilliamson1592 Рік тому

    this fixed my dryer, thanks for the viseo

    • @LexVance
      @LexVance  Рік тому

      Nice fix Dan! Thank you so much for watching!

  • @kahep314
    @kahep314 6 років тому

    Thank you so much for explaining about that pulley switch and the pulley arm. That fixed my problem.

    • @LexVance
      @LexVance  6 років тому

      Awesome! Thank you so much for watching Ken!
      www.DirtyMaintenanceNation.com

    • @rupertocristobal6419
      @rupertocristobal6419 6 років тому

      ken Hepburn

  • @nuclearpete8956
    @nuclearpete8956 Рік тому

    Excellent video! Thanks for sharing.
    Got the belt on okay, manually tested drum, spins ok.
    Tough time getting front and top back on again. Drum seems to be sitting too high and hitting top of cabinet.
    Where’d I go wrong? Thanks

    • @LexVance
      @LexVance  Рік тому +1

      I'd need to be there to see what's going on. Sometimes I have to pull it back out and play with it to get it right. GE dropped the ball on getting things back together easy. Thank you so much for watching Nuclear!

    • @nuclearpete8956
      @nuclearpete8956 Рік тому

      Thanks Lex for replying. My unit is slightly different than yours. I was a bit surprised when I opened it.

  • @bigern-3376
    @bigern-3376 4 роки тому

    Thank you very much. This video save me from buying a new dryer.

    • @LexVance
      @LexVance  4 роки тому

      Awesome! Thank you so much for watching Ernie!

  • @keithhoward8651
    @keithhoward8651 6 років тому +1

    Great job bud looking forward to those 2018 videos

  • @makofalltrades41
    @makofalltrades41 10 місяців тому

    This video is a life saver!

    • @LexVance
      @LexVance  10 місяців тому

      Thank you so much for watching!

  • @sawa139
    @sawa139 4 роки тому +1

    What type of screwdriver did you use to remove the front panel?

    • @LexVance
      @LexVance  4 роки тому

      I use a quarter inch nut driver. It's good to keep a 5/16 nut driver and a quarter inch nut driver on hand. Thank you so much for watching sawa!

  • @liliekelsey5169
    @liliekelsey5169 11 місяців тому

    Hi. Thank you for your videos. Can you tell me the exact name of that black switch so I can order it? Thank you very much

    • @LexVance
      @LexVance  11 місяців тому

      Dryer interlock switch. Thank you so much for watching!

  • @patrician5215
    @patrician5215 5 років тому +1

    Thanks for your great video. I ordered the switch through your Amazon link. Awesome!

    • @LexVance
      @LexVance  5 років тому

      Awesome! Thank you so much for watching Patricia!
      www.DirtyMaintenanceNation.com

    • @patrician5215
      @patrician5215 5 років тому

      @@LexVance I installed the new start switch (WE4m416) for my Hotpoint dryer and it still won't stay on. Any ideas?

  • @cindybeasley1286
    @cindybeasley1286 3 роки тому

    thank you. you just saved me alot of money.

    • @LexVance
      @LexVance  3 роки тому

      Awesome! Thank you so much for watching Cindy!

  • @gordiehowl3553
    @gordiehowl3553 10 місяців тому

    I have the interlock switch problem testing open, seems the button doesn't work (return) now. I agree with the guy that mentioned GE engineering 2 angled screws? I also had to move motor mount to get at them, but turned out that was only 4 or 5 screws so not so bad. GE Dryer Model: PBXR463EB2WW

    • @LexVance
      @LexVance  10 місяців тому

      Thank you so much for watching!

  • @abrahamsuarez4590
    @abrahamsuarez4590 6 років тому +1

    Good video man , I want one of those shirts man.

    • @LexVance
      @LexVance  6 років тому

      Abraham Suarez Right on Abraham. Ill make a video when I get'em. Thank you for watching man!
      www.DirtyMaintenanceNation.com

  • @radamesramos4333
    @radamesramos4333 4 роки тому

    Great video, I just repair my dryer by myself. Thank you

    • @LexVance
      @LexVance  4 роки тому

      Awesome! Thank you so much for watching Radames!

  • @jeffreyray5829
    @jeffreyray5829 2 роки тому +1

    Thanks for showing me

    • @LexVance
      @LexVance  2 роки тому +1

      Thank you so much for watching Jeffrey!

    • @jeffreyray5829
      @jeffreyray5829 2 роки тому +1

      @@LexVance Your welcome when ever I need to learn something I always check out UA-cam

  • @spiritcomics5655
    @spiritcomics5655 3 роки тому

    Thank you. This helped my Dad.

    • @LexVance
      @LexVance  3 роки тому +1

      You're welcome! Thank you so much for watching Spirit!

  • @dannyb4314
    @dannyb4314 3 роки тому

    Thank you very much. This is exactly the issue I am encountering!!

    • @LexVance
      @LexVance  3 роки тому

      You're welcome Danny! Thank you so much for watching!

  • @rae103
    @rae103 3 роки тому

    Very good video. Mine wouldn't stay on tonight. Went to double check that the drum moved... fricking thing is working now.
    Overheated temporarily maybe I guess.
    Regardless, good video, thanks.

    • @LexVance
      @LexVance  3 роки тому

      Yea, make sure your silver vent line in the back isn't crimped or clogged. If the heat can't get out, the dryer will overheat & the safety switch will kick it off. Thank you so much for watching Rachel!

  • @sdubl2634
    @sdubl2634 4 місяці тому

    Funny I looked up symptoms, and this was first result. Pretty sure I have the exact same dryer (looks the same) do you have a part # for the belt?

    • @LexVance
      @LexVance  4 місяці тому

      Google the model and serial number for your dryer and the belt part number will show up. Thank you so much for watching!

  • @william474
    @william474 3 роки тому

    Hey Lex, do you have a video on refrigerators? Got one that's leaking water in frig part. Doesnt have an ice maker. My weak point is appliances.

    • @LexVance
      @LexVance  3 роки тому +1

      Yes, here's a link to a fridge video: ua-cam.com/video/-rplP5Je04c/v-deo.html

  • @zhengliting5778
    @zhengliting5778 4 роки тому +1

    Thank you for sharing the video. I replaced the dryer belt, the machine starts spinning. After fixing the belt, when I release the dryer button it stopped. I figured it’s the problem with the switch. Do you know where I can buy the dryer switch? I appreciated if you could respond to this message.

    • @gr8dane626
      @gr8dane626 4 роки тому

      www.repairclinic.com/Shop-For-Parts/a8b3/Ge-Dryer-Parts
      Find the part number there then buy it on Amazon through Lex's link above
      Then here is a repair video
      ua-cam.com/video/69wjLjs3H7Q/v-deo.html

    • @LexVance
      @LexVance  4 роки тому

      Thank you so much for watching Zheng! Sven has part in his comment.

  • @Qbranch1024
    @Qbranch1024 2 роки тому

    This was exactly my problem! Thank you so much for your help!

    • @LexVance
      @LexVance  2 роки тому +1

      You're welcome! Thank you so much for watching Qbranch!

    • @Qbranch1024
      @Qbranch1024 Рік тому

      @@LexVance wanted to let you know we thankfully got the dryer working again! What a relief. We got the tensioner wrong the first time.
      I didn't realize one REALLY has to pull hard on the tensioner over past the pulley on the drive motor, so the tensioner rides under the outside (non-grooved-side) of the belt.
      Thanks so much Lex! 👍👍🧺

  • @realSamAndrew
    @realSamAndrew Рік тому

    When you tested the new belt, how did you make the drum spin with the door open? I didn't see any kind of gadget to press in the door switch.

    • @LexVance
      @LexVance  Рік тому

      I pushed the door switch in with my finger. Thank you so much for watching Sam!

  • @NobuMusekiwa
    @NobuMusekiwa 2 роки тому

    I see you have the link to the belt. do you have the link to the switch as well?? Thanks so much. super helpful video!

    • @LexVance
      @LexVance  2 роки тому +1

      Click on my belt link and type "Ge dryer interlock switch". 👍 Thank you so much for watching!

    • @NobuMusekiwa
      @NobuMusekiwa 2 роки тому

      @@LexVance thank you!!! you are the best!

    • @NobuMusekiwa
      @NobuMusekiwa 2 роки тому

      @@LexVance SUCCESS! I swapped out my interlock switch on my own. THANK YOU!!

  • @BSmith-ok5dj
    @BSmith-ok5dj 2 роки тому

    Great video!!! I’m inexperienced and now and more confident in attempting this repair myself. What’s the name of the black switch under the drum? I’m afraid that may be my issue and not sore what to look for. Happy to support your Amazon shop if you link to it.

    • @LexVance
      @LexVance  2 роки тому

      It's called an interlock switch. Thank you so much for watching B. Smith!

  • @rucebaybruce6174
    @rucebaybruce6174 4 місяці тому

    Thanks Lex!!!

    • @LexVance
      @LexVance  4 місяці тому +1

      You're welcome! Thank you so much for watching!

  • @Austin-vf6dx
    @Austin-vf6dx 4 роки тому

    Thanks so much. That’s what was wrong with my dryer.

    • @LexVance
      @LexVance  4 роки тому

      You're welcome! Thank you so much for watching Austin!

  • @AGB-vy2ci
    @AGB-vy2ci 3 роки тому

    I'm interested in those cool gloves! What are they? Got a link?

    • @LexVance
      @LexVance  3 роки тому +1

      I get the good Nitrile gloves that don't tear easily. Here's my Amazon affiliate link to a box: amzn.to/3yEsX9F
      I'll receive a small commission at no extra cost to you if you purchase through my Amazon affiliate link. 👍

  • @franciscojaque253
    @franciscojaque253 5 років тому +1

    It is easier to re installed the top panel by removing the control panel. Tabs on panel pull to the side and then up.

    • @LexVance
      @LexVance  5 років тому +1

      Right on. Thank you so much for watching Francisco!
      www.DirtyMaintenanceNation.com

  • @NorCal-refrigeration
    @NorCal-refrigeration 6 років тому

    That’s how you do it SKID!!!!! 👍👍

    • @LexVance
      @LexVance  6 років тому

      Nor-Cal Refrigeration & H.V.A.C Thank you so much for watching Nor-Cal!
      www.DirtyMaintenanceNation.com

  • @jimmyp215
    @jimmyp215 2 роки тому

    @lex Vance. Should the gas be turned off or not necessary?

    • @LexVance
      @LexVance  2 роки тому

      The dryer in this video is electric. However, turning the gas off won't hurt and will make everything safer. Thank you so much for watching Jimmy!

  • @mariaborga4206
    @mariaborga4206 3 роки тому

    This is a great video. Thank you so much for sharing.

    • @LexVance
      @LexVance  3 роки тому

      You're welcome Maria! Thank you so much for watching!

  • @dennisqwertyuiop
    @dennisqwertyuiop 6 років тому

    good job glad to see you back

    • @LexVance
      @LexVance  6 років тому

      DENNIS N Thank you so much for watching Dennis!
      www.DirtyMaintenanceNation.com

  • @matthewwaynesmith4015
    @matthewwaynesmith4015 Рік тому

    Very nice video. However, what is that switch called?

    • @LexVance
      @LexVance  Рік тому

      Dryer Interlock switch. Thank you so much for watching!

  • @janalbertduller8370
    @janalbertduller8370 Рік тому

    I appreciate the help brother

    • @LexVance
      @LexVance  Рік тому

      You're welcome Jan! Thank you so much for watching!

    • @janalbertduller8370
      @janalbertduller8370 Рік тому

      @@LexVance After replacing the drum belt, I got into the problem of the machine not staying on. Following your video, I checked continuity of that click switch by the tensioner arm. That was where the problem was. The push button of the click switch was missing the rubber cap not allowing the tensioner arm to push all the way until the click switch made proper contact. Luckily, I found the rubber cap laying on the floor of the dryer assembly. Likely it got dislodge from the impact when the drum belt snapped. Reinstalled it and tested the click switch following your video. All is well!

  • @daluder
    @daluder 3 роки тому

    Thanks for the video. We have the same exact dryer and issue came up this morning. Repair guys are booking two weeks from today. Found your video picked up a belt for $8 and it is working again.
    Tip if you put it back together and it still isn’t staying on you need to push the tension wheel bar down then in. I didn’t do that and was having the same issue. Took it back apart and by pushing the bar down it stopped pushing the switch.

    • @LexVance
      @LexVance  3 роки тому

      Nice fix! Thank you so much for watching daluder!

  • @whocares2078
    @whocares2078 3 роки тому

    Great video! Helped me a lot.

    • @LexVance
      @LexVance  3 роки тому

      Awesome! Thank you so much for watching Who!

  • @a-k699
    @a-k699 2 роки тому

    Knock on some MFin dryer forreal LOL. So basically I was feeling defeated because even after the clean up it still was stuck...THEN u said spin the drum and I'm not gonna lie I was hopeful, yet pessimistic because I tried twice, but on that 3rd time I really put some elbow grease into it and POOF dryer back in commission!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I really needed this one right now. Real MVP🏆🥇

    • @LexVance
      @LexVance  2 роки тому +1

      Nice fix A-K! Thank you so much for watching!

  • @jason-ge5nr
    @jason-ge5nr 6 років тому

    Cool. I didn't even know there was a switch like that. Thanks

    • @LexVance
      @LexVance  6 років тому

      jason Yep. It took me a long time to figure it out one day. I replaced every part before I finally found it. 😂👍😂 Thank you for watching Jason!
      www.DirtyMaintenanceNation.com

  • @welldoneHS
    @welldoneHS Рік тому

    Great video! Thank you for your help.

    • @LexVance
      @LexVance  Рік тому

      You're welcome! Thank you so much for watching!

  • @erikcable1755
    @erikcable1755 6 років тому

    groovy ,,,i use you amazon link now,,cause you teach good stuff here skidster

    • @LexVance
      @LexVance  6 років тому

      Erik Cable Awesome! Thank you so much for watching Erik!
      www.DirtyMaintenanceNation.com