Re: [DIY] Dryer wire (internal)

 

As far as I know they are not sparking or arcing.  Please let me know of your thoughts, Dale.  I'm attaching (inline) a couple of photos (don't remember if we can attach photos in this group or if we need to upload them).

On Fri, Jan 31, 2014 at 8:52 AM, Dale S <dalu@hbcomm.net> wrote:

 

If it isn't arcing and sparking I'd leave well enough alone, however if replacing the wires will make you feel better, 12ga THHN stranded wire will do the trick and you can probably get a short piece from your local friendly electrician.  Your greatest need is the two connectors and the cheap auto store variety will not do.  You need good preferably stainless steel connectors and make sure you have a good crimp.  Notice "tongue and notch" in photo.

Dale in the Flatlands. "Why waste time learning when ignorance is instantaneous."

subprong wrote:

 

Hey gang.  Dryer stopped working.  I checked for continuity on the non-resetable thermal fuse and the connection was open.  I replaced that and did a good cleaning of the lint and stuff.  It's working again.

While checking out the back I noticed that the wiring to the elements weren't looking to good.  Black near the leads.  The metal ends look a bit corroded.  I can upload a photo if someone can tell me whether it's okay or should be replaced. 

So, I was thinking about replacing them but upon further investigation in terms of the part list and some videos it looks like these types of wires are not replace but rather patched/spliced.

Any idea of a common store to get this type of wiring?  I'd prefer not to pay $9 for a patch of wire and a wire nut (as Sears would like to charge).

Also, any idea what this type of wiring is called (terminal wire?) and what gauge it is?  The guy in this video (link below) states 12 gauge.  I should have checked the wiring itself when I had the back open to replace the thermal fuse but forgot.

http://www.appliancevideo.com/1134/heating-element-wire-kit-replacement-whirlpool-dryer-part-279457/

Thanks.

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