How To: GE Dryer Timer WE4M532

[@richardhoover8021]

Is there any way to install a different timer that's not prone to failure? My GE dryer looks beautiful but it's only 5 years old and failed with these timers that are known to be crap! I have a 25 year old Frigidaire that works and with a timer still operating smoothly, but the machine looks ancient.

[@appliancepartspros]

We are only able to recommend what the manufacturer offers for your model. I do apologize you are having issue with your timer. What is your model number of your dryer and we can check to see if there is a different timer for your model?

[@MiCenaHitmanFan1]

For someone like me, who can’t hammer a nail straight this was extremely helpful. Turns out my timer was stripped (PLEASE DO NOT USE PLIERS TO ADVANCE YOUR TIMER OR YOU’LL SUFFER THE SAME FATE!) and the replacement knob would not advance the timer. This saved me an expensive out of extended contract service call. Thank you!

[@SuperEddietv]

Just a heads up on these.....the D-shaft is so tight on most of these timers, the knob fails. New knob? The D-shaft strips. New timer and knob? 50/50 crap shoot. These are infuriating. Bring back the metal D-shaft!

[@appliancepartspros]

I'm sorry for the issues you are having. If there is anything we can help you with in the future please let us know.