High-limit thermostat for dryer. L315-65. If the dryer overheats, this high-limit thermostat will cut off the power to the drive motor. If the high-limit thermostat has blown, the dryer won't start.
Grid is 1 inch square
  High Limit Thermostat WE4M137
  High Limit Thermostat WE4M137
  High Limit Thermostat WE4M137
  High Limit Thermostat WE4M137
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High Limit Thermostat WE4M137

Genuine OEM Part # WE4M137RC Item # 276438Alternative Part Number(s)
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High-limit thermostat for dryer. L315-65. If the dryer overheats, this high-limit thermostat will cut off the power to the drive motor. If the high-limit thermostat has blown, the dryer won't start.
Grid is 1 inch square
  High Limit Thermostat WE4M137
  High Limit Thermostat WE4M137
  High Limit Thermostat WE4M137
  High Limit Thermostat WE4M137
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High-limit thermostat for dryer. L315-65. If the dryer overheats, this high-limit thermostat will cut off the power to the drive motor. If the high-limit thermostat has blown, the dryer won't start.
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This part WE4M137 is compatible with:

Product Type:
Dryer, Washer/Dryer Combo
Brands:
GE, Whirlpool, Kenmore, Hotpoint, RCA

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Common Problems Fixed by the High Limit Thermostat

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

About the High Limit Thermostat

The high limit thermostat monitors the air temperature in the dryer's blower housing, heating element, or heat duct and is intended to shut off the voltage to the heating circuit if the air temperature gets too hot. If the thermostat is defective, it may allow the heat to stay on too long, causing the dryer to get overheated. However, this is rarely the case. Before replacing the high limit thermostat check all the more commonly defective parts. If you have determined that all of the other components are working properly, test the thermostat by using a multimeter to test it for electrical continuity. If the thermostat does not have continuity, replace it.

Alternative Part Number(s)

Replaces Part Number WE4M457
Part Production Number L315-65F