Dryer electric heating element assembly
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Dryer Heating Element 279838
Dryer Heating Element 279838
Dryer Heating Element 279838
Dryer Heating Element 279838
Dryer Heating Element 279838
Dryer Heating Element 279838
Dryer Heating Element 279838
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Dryer Heating Element 279838

Genuine OEM Part # 279838RC Item # 2438Alternative Part Number(s)
Manufacturer Part
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Dryer electric heating element assembly
Grid is 1 inch square
Dryer Heating Element 279838
Dryer Heating Element 279838
Dryer Heating Element 279838
Dryer Heating Element 279838
Dryer Heating Element 279838
Dryer Heating Element 279838
Dryer Heating Element 279838
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Dryer electric heating element assembly
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The heating element and many other parts can be tested using a volt/ohm meter which is a handy item to have in any do it yourselfers tool box.
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This part 279838 is compatible with:

Product Type:
Dryer, Washer/Dryer Combo
Brands:
Amana, Maytag, Whirlpool, Kenmore, Admiral, Magic Chef, KitchenAid, Roper, Estate, Crosley, Inglis

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Heating Element Customer Reviews

Common Problems Fixed by the Heating Element

Based on customer reports and repair data, this part commonly fixes these issues:

About the Heating Element

The heating element warms the air before the air enters the dryer drum. If the element is partially shorted out, it may produce heat continuously, even if the dryer has reached the proper temperature. When this happens, the dryer gets too hot. To determine if the heating element is at fault, use a multimeter to test each terminal for continuity to the case. If the heating element has continuity to the case, it is shorted out. If the heating element is shorted out, replace it.

Alternative Part Number(s)

Replaces Part Number 279837
Replaces Part Number 3398063
Replaces Part Number 3398064
Replaces Part Number 3403585
Replaces Part Number 8565582
Replaces Part Number 279838A
Replaces Part Number W10724237
Replaces Part Number WP279837
Part Production Number 279838A
Part Production Number 279838B
Part Production Number 279838C
Part Production Number 279838D
Part Production Number 279838E