Shop replacement repair parts for Whirlpool Dryer model YWED8500DC4

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 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.

Thermal cut out fuse and high limit thermostat kit

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

Dryer drum drive motor

Electric dryer heating element

Cntrl-elec

Harns-wire

Cntrl-elec

Motor-driv