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Video & Articles: Appliance & Equipment RepairWhirlpool/Kenmore Electric Dryer Is Too Hot #3977767
Whirlpool/Kenmore Electric Dryer Is Too Hot #3977767
Skill Level
Total Parts Cost
$22.41Estimated Savings
$112.5001:03
- Description
This video provides instructions for replacing the high-limit thermostat on Kenmore electric dryers. The most common reasons for replacing the high limit thermostat are when the dryer is too hot, won’t stop, takes too long, or doesn’t heat.
All the information in this thermostat replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Kenmore, Whirlpool, KitchenAid, Roper, Estate, Maytag, Crosley, Inglis, Amana, Admiral
Tools used: hex socket
All the information in this thermostat replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Kenmore, Whirlpool, KitchenAid, Roper, Estate, Maytag, Crosley, Inglis, Amana, Admiral
Tools used: hex socket
Step By Step Instructions
1
As with any repair, be sure you unplug the appliance before beginning.
2
Your first step is to remove the back panel.
3
Disconnect the wire from the old high-limit thermostat, then detach the thermostat from the heating element terminal.
4
Install the new high limit thermostat by hooking the top end onto the metal tab and attaching the extension arm to the heating element terminal.
5
Reconnect the wire replace the back panel and plug the appliance back in to make sure it’s functioning properly.
Description
This video provides instructions for replacing the high-limit thermostat on Kenmore electric dryers. The most common reasons for replacing the high limit thermostat are when the dryer is too hot, won’t stop, takes too long, or doesn’t heat.
All the information in this thermostat replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Kenmore, Whirlpool, KitchenAid, Roper, Estate, Maytag, Crosley, Inglis, Amana, Admiral
Tools used: hex socket
All the information in this thermostat replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Kenmore, Whirlpool, KitchenAid, Roper, Estate, Maytag, Crosley, Inglis, Amana, Admiral
Tools used: hex socket
Step-By-Step Instructions
1
As with any repair, be sure you unplug the appliance before beginning.
2
Your first step is to remove the back panel.
3
Disconnect the wire from the old high-limit thermostat, then detach the thermostat from the heating element terminal.
4
Install the new high limit thermostat by hooking the top end onto the metal tab and attaching the extension arm to the heating element terminal.
5
Reconnect the wire replace the back panel and plug the appliance back in to make sure it’s functioning properly.
Applicable Product Model
Parts Needed
High Limit Thermostat
$22.41
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Multi Screwdriver
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Total$0.00
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