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Video & Articles: Appliance & Equipment RepairWhirlpool Dryer Replace Thermostat & Thermal Fuse #279816
Whirlpool Dryer Replace Thermostat & Thermal Fuse #279816
Skill Level
Total Parts Cost
$47.40Estimated Savings
$112.5001:41
- Description
This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the high-limit thermostat and internal fuse on a Whirlpool electric dryer. The most common reason for replacing the high-limit thermostat and thermal fuse is when the dryer won’t start.
All of the information for this heating element replacement video is applicable to the following
brands: Whirlpool, Kenmore, Roper, KitchenAid, Maytag, Estate, Crosley, Inglis, Amana, Admiral
Tools needed: hex socket
RepairClinic has millions of replacement parts for appliances, lawn equipment, power tools, and heating & cooling equipment including washers, dryers, dishwashers, refrigerators, lawn mowers, snowblowers, furnaces, and air conditioners. We guarantee the fastest shipping possible—all in-stock parts ship the same business day. Return any part for any reason with our generous 365-day return policy.
In addition to providing replacement parts, RepairClinic.com offers free online troubleshooting information and DIY repair videos. Use our website to choose from a series of problems to discover the likely causes and the correct replacement part(s) for your particular model. Once you’ve determined the solution, our expertly-produced video tutorials will guide you through every step of the repair.
At RepairClinic, we make fixing things easy!
All of the information for this heating element replacement video is applicable to the following
brands: Whirlpool, Kenmore, Roper, KitchenAid, Maytag, Estate, Crosley, Inglis, Amana, Admiral
Tools needed: hex socket
RepairClinic has millions of replacement parts for appliances, lawn equipment, power tools, and heating & cooling equipment including washers, dryers, dishwashers, refrigerators, lawn mowers, snowblowers, furnaces, and air conditioners. We guarantee the fastest shipping possible—all in-stock parts ship the same business day. Return any part for any reason with our generous 365-day return policy.
In addition to providing replacement parts, RepairClinic.com offers free online troubleshooting information and DIY repair videos. Use our website to choose from a series of problems to discover the likely causes and the correct replacement part(s) for your particular model. Once you’ve determined the solution, our expertly-produced video tutorials will guide you through every step of the repair.
At RepairClinic, we make fixing things easy!
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
Next, disconnect the wires to the old thermal fuse and remove the mounting screw to release the fuse itself.
5
You’re now ready to install the new high-limit thermostat and fuse.
6
Position the new thermostat and secure it with the two screws.
7
Reconnect the wire to the top terminal on the thermostat and use the provided jumper wire to connect the thermostat to the heating element.
8
Next, install the new thermal fuse by securing it with the mounting screw and reconnect the wires.
9
Replace the back panel and plug the appliance back in to make sure it’s functioning properly.
Description
This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the high-limit thermostat and internal fuse on a Whirlpool electric dryer. The most common reason for replacing the high-limit thermostat and thermal fuse is when the dryer won’t start.
All of the information for this heating element replacement video is applicable to the following
brands: Whirlpool, Kenmore, Roper, KitchenAid, Maytag, Estate, Crosley, Inglis, Amana, Admiral
Tools needed: hex socket
RepairClinic has millions of replacement parts for appliances, lawn equipment, power tools, and heating & cooling equipment including washers, dryers, dishwashers, refrigerators, lawn mowers, snowblowers, furnaces, and air conditioners. We guarantee the fastest shipping possible—all in-stock parts ship the same business day. Return any part for any reason with our generous 365-day return policy.
In addition to providing replacement parts, RepairClinic.com offers free online troubleshooting information and DIY repair videos. Use our website to choose from a series of problems to discover the likely causes and the correct replacement part(s) for your particular model. Once you’ve determined the solution, our expertly-produced video tutorials will guide you through every step of the repair.
At RepairClinic, we make fixing things easy!
All of the information for this heating element replacement video is applicable to the following
brands: Whirlpool, Kenmore, Roper, KitchenAid, Maytag, Estate, Crosley, Inglis, Amana, Admiral
Tools needed: hex socket
RepairClinic has millions of replacement parts for appliances, lawn equipment, power tools, and heating & cooling equipment including washers, dryers, dishwashers, refrigerators, lawn mowers, snowblowers, furnaces, and air conditioners. We guarantee the fastest shipping possible—all in-stock parts ship the same business day. Return any part for any reason with our generous 365-day return policy.
In addition to providing replacement parts, RepairClinic.com offers free online troubleshooting information and DIY repair videos. Use our website to choose from a series of problems to discover the likely causes and the correct replacement part(s) for your particular model. Once you’ve determined the solution, our expertly-produced video tutorials will guide you through every step of the repair.
At RepairClinic, we make fixing things easy!
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
Next, disconnect the wires to the old thermal fuse and remove the mounting screw to release the fuse itself.
5
You’re now ready to install the new high-limit thermostat and fuse.
6
Position the new thermostat and secure it with the two screws.
7
Reconnect the wire to the top terminal on the thermostat and use the provided jumper wire to connect the thermostat to the heating element.
8
Next, install the new thermal fuse by securing it with the mounting screw and reconnect the wires.
9
Replace the back panel and plug the appliance back in to make sure it’s functioning properly.
Applicable Product Model
Parts Needed
Thermal Fuse
$47.40
Total$0.00
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