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Dryer Cycling Thermostat – Part Number: WP3387134
Dryer Cycling Thermostat
$27.94
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8 Reviews
Fix Number
FIX11741405
Manufacturer Part Number
WP3387134
This thermostat is an OEM replacement part for a dryer. It is sold individually. It measures approximately 2-inches by 1.5-inches, is black and silver, and constructed of plastic and metal material. You will find this part attached to the blower wheel housing. Cycling thermostats continually cycle the heating element off and on to maintain a constant inner temperature inside the dryer. This particular cycling thermostat will turn the heating element off once the temperature reaches 155F and cycles back on once the internal temperature drops by 25F. Do not forget to unplug the power to the dryer before you begin this repair. Keep in mind that you will need to pull the dryer out from the wall because this repair will need to be done from the back of the appliance with the back panel removed.
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  • Heat stays on after drum has stopped
  • Not Heating
  • Timer Not Working
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Thermal Cut-Off Kit – Part Number: 279816
Thermal Cut-Off Kit
$36.55
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8 Reviews
Fix Number
FIX334299
Manufacturer Part Number
279816
This thermal cut-off kit is for a dryer and is sourced directly from the manufacturer. The thermal cut-off is a safety mechanism that is designed to trip if your dryer is at risk of overheating, to prevent further damage. It may need to be replaced if your washer is no longer heating properly. This is a one-time fuse, meaning if it trips, it needs to be replaced immediately. A common reason for this part to fail is if the heater housing is not receiving proper airflow, normally caused by an obstruction in the exhaust vent, a clogged lint screen, or a broken blower wheel. This kit includes 1 high-limit thermostat with a limit of 250 degrees Fahrenheit, 1 thermal cut-off fuse with a limit of 309 degrees Fahrenheit, jumper wires and new female spade terminals. These components are attached to the heater housing.
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  • Heat stays on after drum has stopped
  • Not Heating
  • Too hot
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Dryer High Limit Thermostat – Part Number: WP3977767
Dryer High Limit Thermostat
$23.49
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1 Review
Fix Number
FIX11742185
Manufacturer Part Number
WP3977767
This is a manufacturer-approved high-limit thermostat for your dryer. This part includes one high limit thermostat with a terminal extension arm. It is a safety mechanism that prevents your dryer from overheating. Once the temperature reaches 221 degrees Fahrenheit, this element will shut down power to the heating element until it decreases to 80 degrees Fahrenheit. If this part is faulty, your dryer may not heat. You will find this part located underneath the dryer vent behind the appliance. The terminal extension arm connects to the heater element terminal. The high limit thermostat can be tested with a multimeter. It should be tested while it is at room temperature, and will need to be replaced if the reading determines it is faulty.
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Thermal Cut-Off Kit – Part Number: 279769
Thermal Cut-Off Kit
$28.82
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2 Reviews
Fix Number
FIX334278
Manufacturer Part Number
279769
This genuine OEM kit includes a high limit thermostat and a thermal cut-off fuse for your dryer. The thermostat has a limit of 250 degrees Fahrenheit, and the fuse has a limit of 360 degrees Fahrenheit. The purpose of these parts is to prevent your dryer from overheating. If your clothes are coming out of the dryer too hot, or there is no heat at all, it is likely that these parts will need to be replaced. To complete this repair, you will need a putty knife, quarter-inch nut driver, and a pair of pliers. Please be sure to disconnect the power supply to your dryer before beginning this repair. The thermostats are located on the element housing, and we find it easiest to remove the entire heating assembly from the dryer in order to replace these parts. Take note when removing the old thermostats, if there is any discoloration on the terminals then the wire ends may also need to be replaced.
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High Limit Thermostat and Thermal Cut-Off Kit – Part Number: 279973
High Limit Thermostat and Thermal Cut-Off Kit
$53.23
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Fix Number
FIX334387
Manufacturer Part Number
279973
This thermal cut-off kit includes a genuine OEM replacement high limit thermostat and a fuse. The thermostat is a safety device used to prevent the dryer from overheating, and the fuse serves as a backup. If the temperature in your dryer gets above the thermostat, the fuse will blow. Once the fuse has tripped, it will need to be replaced. If your dryer will not start, gets too hot, shuts off too soon, or there is no heat, you may need to replace these components. Please be sure to disconnect the power supply to your dryer before beginning this repair, as you will be working with electrical components.
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High Limit Kit – Part Number: LA-1053
High Limit Kit
$32.98
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3 Reviews
Fix Number
FIX2162282
Manufacturer Part Number
LA-1053
This kit comes with three separate thermal fuses and is usually used with clothes dryers that have a fan mounted on the motor shaft. Included within this kit is the high limit (Limit: 258) the gas high limit (Limit: 240) and the gas and electric high limit thermostat (Limit: 300).
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Thermal Cut-Off with High Limit Thermostat – Part Number: 280148
Thermal Cut-Off with High Limit Thermostat
$34.89
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Fix Number
FIX991443
Manufacturer Part Number
280148
The thermal cut-off (fuse) is meant to trip at a higher temperature than that of a high limit thermostat. This is a one time use fuse, so when it does trip, you must replace it. The hi-limit thermostat acts as a safety mechanism that keeps the dryer from overheating. Once the dryer temperature reaches a certain point, this piece will shut down power to the heating element.
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High Limit Thermostat – Part Number: WP8557403
High Limit Thermostat
$96.91
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Fix Number
FIX11746386
Manufacturer Part Number
WP8557403
This authentic OEM high limit thermostat is made for your dryer. It is an important dyer element, because it will automatically shut off the heating element when it overheats. Be sure to disconnect the power to your dryer before you begin this repair.
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Cycling Thermostat – Part Number: WP8318268
Cycling Thermostat
$74.89
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1 Review
Fix Number
FIX11745959
Manufacturer Part Number
WP8318268
This thermostat has an internal heater L155-25F. This thermostat controls the internal drying temperature.
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Cycling Thermostat - Limit 135/155 – Part Number: WP694674
Cycling Thermostat - Limit 135/155
$57.27
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Fix Number
FIX11743793
Manufacturer Part Number
WP694674
Cycling themostats continually cycle the heating element off and on to maintain a constant inner temperature within the dryer. This particular cycling thermostat can be adjusted between 135 and 155 degrees Fahrenheit. The differential of this thermostat is 20 degrees, meaning that with this thermostat, the heating element will cycle back on once the internal temperature drops by 20 degrees.
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