Shop replacement repair parts for Whirlpool Dryer model YWED8500DC4

Dryer drum support roller. If the dryer is making a rumbling or knocking noise the rollers may be worn out causing the drum not to turn smoothly.

Dryer idler pulley assembly. Includes bracket and pulley wheel

Door catch

Dryer thermistor. This thermistor should read approximately 11.9K Ohms of resistance at 70 degrees Fahrenheit (21’ Celsius). If the thermistor is defective, it may prolong or shorten the drying time or cause a fault code. A defective thermistor is not responsible for a dryer not heating.

Dryer high limit thermostat and thermal fuse kit. If the dryer does not heat the most common cause is a blown thermal fuse. Both the thermostat and fuse can be tested to determine if either is defective.352 F fuse. L146.1-44.4c thermostat.

Dryer idler pulley wheel kit. The idler pulley puts tension on the drive belt. If the idler pulley fails to put the proper amount of tension on the belt, the dryer will not spin

Dryer thermal fuse located on the blower housing. If the dryer overheats, the thermal fuse blows cutting off power to the motor or the heating system. When the fuse is bad the dryer won't start or will run but not heat. The thermal fuse cannot be reset. Fuses often blow due to a clogged dryer vent.

The Whirlpool Blower Wheel WP697772 is a high-quality replacement part that attaches to the drive motor shaft and blows air through the drum and out through the exhaust vent. It is important to use safety equipment and disconnect the appliance before any service or repair.

Dryer heating element wire connector kit. Wire with spade terminal & wire nut

Thermal cut out fuse and high limit thermostat kit

Dryer drum felt seal

Dryer drum drive belt

Hi-limit thermostat & thermistor assembly on heating element housing, L295-80F Thermistor should read around 50 to 60Kohms at room temperature.

Front panel foam seal with adhesive strip

Dryer vent testing kit is for 29" dryers with a top mounted lint screen. Use the plastic card to hang inside your dryer drum, then run the unit three times empty. If the card stays in place, the venting and dryer need to be cleaned out. Complete instructions are included.