[Lifetime Warranty] W10185981 Dryer Timer - Compatible with Whirlpool Kenmore Crosley Amana Dryers - Replaces WPW10185981 1481704 AP6016540 PS11749830 EAP11749830 418-095-20-B5

W10185981 WPW10185981 Dryer Timer

Key Features

• Precision Mechanical Cam System: Engineered with a high-durability internal cam set that manages the electrical switching for the motor, heater, and signal buzzer, ensuring the exact sequence required for Time Dry, Auto Dry, and Air Fluff cycles.
• High-Torque Synchronous Motor: Features a reinforced internal drive motor designed to provide consistent, steady rotation of the timer dial, preventing the timer from getting "stuck" in a single phase and overheating the clothes.
• Silver-Alloy Electrical Contacts: The internal switch points are coated in a specialized silver alloy to resist carbon buildup and "pitting," ensuring a low-resistance connection and preventing the localized heat that often causes plastic timer housings to melt.
• Standardized D-Shaft Interface: Utilizes a universal D-shaped metal shaft that ensures a perfect, slip-free fit for original factory control knobs, restoring the tactile "click" and accuracy of your cycle selection.

Replaces / Cross-Reference Part Numbers

• Primary Part: W10185981, WPW10185981.
• Industry Standards: AP6016540, PS11749830, EAP11749830.
• Manufacturer Codes: 418-095-20-B5, CDT-402 (select versions).

Compatibility & Fitment

This mechanical timer is the standard control heart for dozens of large-capacity dryers produced by Whirlpool. Key compatible brands include:

• Whirlpool & Maytag: Fits hundreds of LER, LGR, MED, and MGD series models (e.g., LER4634EQ2, MEDC215EW1).
• Kenmore (110 Series): Compatible with many 110-prefix models produced by Whirlpool for Sears (e.g., 110.60852990).
• Amana & Crosley: Fits various NED, NGD, and CDE series units.
• Admiral, Roper, & Inglis: Direct fit for dozens of budget-friendly top-lint-filter dryers.
• Note: This timer is located behind the control console. It is accessible by removing the screws on the back or top of the console head.

When to Replace

• Timer Won't Advance: The dryer runs indefinitely and never shuts off, or the knob stays in the same position throughout the entire cycle.
• Dryer Won't Start: You turn the knob and press start, but nothing happens. If the door switch and thermal fuse are good, the internal timer contacts have likely burned out.
• No Heat in Certain Cycles: The dryer provides heat in "Timed Dry" but not in "Auto Dry," indicating a failure of a specific internal contact bridge.
• Knob is Hard to Turn: The internal plastic gears or the metal D-shaft have partially seized, or the shaft has snapped inside the timer body.
• Loud Clicking or Grinding: A persistent mechanical noise coming from the console suggests the timer's internal motor or gear train is failing.

Installation Tips

• Safety First: You MUST unplug the dryer. Working inside the console involves exposed 120V and 240V terminals. Safety is better than a surprise static shock.
• The "Photo" Rule: Before removing any wires, take a clear photo of the back of the old timer. The wire colors and terminal letters (A, B, C, etc.) must match exactly on the new unit to avoid a short circuit.
• Terminal Transfer: Use a pair of needle-nose pliers to move one wire at a time from the old timer to the new W10185981. This prevents mixing up the connections.
• Check the Knob: When removing the knob, pull it straight off. If the center of your old knob is cracked, it may not turn the new timer shaft correctly; consider replacing the knob as well.
• Test the Advance: After installation, set the timer to the very end of a cycle and start the dryer. Verify that it shuts off automatically to ensure the synchronous motor is receiving power.