GE GUD27GSSMWW - High Limit Thermostat and Burner Assembly; Burner Assembly and LP Conversion

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On electric models, the high limit thermostat
is located on the top right area of the heater
housing. On gas models, the high limit
thermostat is located on the upper right side of
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high limit thermostat monitors incoming air
temperature.
If the thermostat reaches a temperature beyond
its maximum temperature rating, it will trip and
disable motor operation.
The high limit thermostat opens at 315°F. and will
automatically reset at 250°F.
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1. Remove the drum. (See Drum in this section
of this service guide.)
2. Disconnect the two wires from the high limit
thermostat.
3. Remove the Phillips-head screw that attaches
the high limit thermostat to the heater
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4. Slide the thermostat from the heater assembly
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High Limit Thermostat
27-in. Electric
Model
24-in. Gas
Model
High Limit
Thermostat
Main Coil
Booster Coil
Safety Coil
The burner assembly has a gas valve that utilizes
three coils. A double coil (safety and booster
coils combined) and a single main coil are located
on top of the gas valve in front of the combustion
chamber opening. All coils can be replaced
separately.
Gas Valve Coil Assembly Resistance Values
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Safety Coil Terminals: 1,400 :
 Booster Coil Terminals: 580 :
 Main Coil Terminals: 1,300 :
The burner assembly consists of the gas valve
coils, gas valve, burner, and inlet pipe.
To convert the dryer from natural gas to LP gas,
Refer to LP conversion kit (Part #: WE25x217).
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Gas Valve Coils