Need help putting color wires back on dryer timer

I'm sorry to hear that you're having trouble finding the color codes for your GE dryer. Here are the typical color codes for a GE dryer timer switch:

• Black wire: This is typically the power wire and connects to the hot terminal of the timer switch.
• White wire: This is typically the neutral wire and connects to the neutral terminal of the timer switch.
• Blue wire: This is typically the wire that controls the dryer's cycle, such as timed dry or automatic dry.
• Red wire: This wire is typically used for the dryer's buzzer or other signaling device.

However, it's important to note that the color codes may vary depending on the specific model and manufacturer of the timer switch. I would recommend double-checking the wiring diagram for your specific model, which should be located on the back of the dryer or in the owner's manual. If you're still having trouble, it may be best to consult a professional electrician or appliance repair technician.

Hello Adrian;

My name is Peter. I am a retired field service appliance technician.
Below is a picture of your timer switch. Also is a video of how to replace the timer switch. You must play and stop the video watching where each color or combination of colors go to each terminal. Orientate your timer in the same position the person in the video is holding the new timer.

It you purchased a new timer switch there will be a wiring schematic in the box. The schematic may be difficult to read.
A new timer will cost $65.00-$85.00 USD



Good Luck,
Peter, Baltimore, Maryland, USA

Put white wire on WH red wire on RH Black on Bl Yellow on Y Look for each color wire to match color markings on timer. Good luck.

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Each wire has letters on it that match the letters on the timer. Look closely. x to x c to c etc.

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The fuse is located on the heater housing we4x800 is the part number on most of these. Look closely at the wires on the timer each one has a letter on it the letters on the wire matches the terminal markings.

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Orange goes to Or brown goes to br and so forth. Look closely on the timer. Each terminal is marked and it is all color coded. From the looks of it this dryer is an autodry model. As long as the heater is in operation the timer moves on these. When the heating element is not energized by the control thermostat mounted next to the fuse on the blower the timer motor does not move. Until the dial reaces a cerpoint and then power is diverted and the motor goes on over to cooldown and finally comes to a halt. Their shoud also be a tech sheet that shows how to connect them also each wire had the coresponding leters as well on them. Look close.

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you need to find wiring diagram it should be in the console with the timer the wiring diagram will tell you which wires go where

If you're going to purchase parts for your appliance you are going to need to know the correct part number to ensure you get the right part. The part number for a new timer for the model number you provided is 8566184. It can be found on line at appliancepartspros.com for about $55. You can also try the following appliance parts websites:

searspartsdirect.com
pcappliancerepair.com
repairclinic.com

Some of these sites also have helpful exploded view diagrams to assist you in locating the parts you need. Your timer is listed under the "Top and Console Parts" heading as item 21.

To replace, make sure your dryer is unplugged. Remove the back panel of the operator console and the timer knob. Either use a digital camera or write down the correct location of all the wires. They are are color-coded and marked on the timer, but some replacement parts can differ slightly in design. HINT: An easy method is to remove the screw(s) that hold the old timer in place and allow it to hang. Then, swap wires one at a time from the old timer to the new one.

If you have any questions, please let me know. I hope this helps you.

PS Your model number is actually "WED5820SW0". The last digit is a "zero" vice the letter "O".

If you look on the back of the timer,...if it is an older type timer/dryer which it sounds like it is because most modern timers have plug in type wirering harnesses,...you will see,(you might need magnifying glass), that each point to connect a wire at will have a y, (yellow), g, (green), blu, (for blue), R, (Red), V, (violet) and blk or bk for black and so on and so for stamped on the time next to the spade the wire connects to...write back with a model number if that doesn't help...

try looking at your door switch and also your thermal fuse on blower.it is white in color and has 2 wires going to it. black cener stripe you can put those 2 wires together and wrap with electrical tape.make sure dryer is unplugged before attempting/then plug back in and see if it works.