The estate dryer (Whirlpool) will not start. I’ve checked the fuse box and ensured the dryer was properly plugged in. The dryer has a push to start switch and the light is on inside the dryer. How do I fix this problem?
Here are your parts
http://www.appliancepartspros.com/partsearch/modelsearch.aspx?model=TEDS840PQO
Here is a tech sheet
http://www.servicematters.com/docs/wiring/Wiring%20Sheet%20-%208528190.pdf
You will see a thermal fuse in the 4M line of the motor, this is an Item 7 in the "Bulkhead parts" section.
Unplug the unit, remove one wire from the fuse and check it with a meter.
Should be 0 ohms.
This is the easiest and safest way to check it.
The jiggery pokery method is:
Unplug the unit.
Remove the wires from the fuse and short them together.
Tape them up so they cannot short to the frame/case.
Plug the unit in and give it a try.
If blown replace ASAP as this is a critical safety device.
Give the interior a good cleaning, including the blower wheel.
Also check/clean your vent system.
These are the most common cause of the fuse blowing.