If you do not have a wiring diagram open up the control module, it is a favorite hiding place for manufacturers
Without any info I am doing some guessing The following is for an electric dryer
Most units have three thermal cutouts
One is a fuse so if it blows it has to be replaced. Normally this also cuts power to the motor.
The second is a high limit self resetting thermostat. Just affects the heater.
The third is a cycling thermostat it usually has its own internal heater in conjunction with the dryers heater, it regulates the heat output. Internal heater works when on low heat. This one has 4 wires, 2 for the contacts and 2 for the heater (black and white are usually the heater). Make sure you do not short out the internal heater
Unplug the dryer
Remove the wires from the thermal cutout
Tape them together so you have contact and to prevent them from shorting to the frame and give it a try
Never run like this for any length of time but is OK for a quick check |