Dryer Thermal Fuse
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Product Description
The dryer thermal fuse, also sometimes referred to as the thermal cut off or temperature fuse, is a 2 by 1/2-inch, white, plastic safety mechanism that halts the flow of electricity to the motor circuit when a dryer overheats. If the fuse is missing or broken, your dryer will not start. A thermal fuse fails when the exhaust temperature exceeds the fuse rating, that is when the temperature rises above the temperature that the fuse is intended to manage. This can be caused by the heating element shorting, a regulating thermostat or thermistor failure, or with a partially restricted exhaust vent. The fuse attaches to the blower wheel housing. It must be replaced when there is no longer continuity between the terminals. This is a one-time fuse, meaning it cannot be re-set. The replacement part features two 3/16-inch terminals. While performing this repair, we recommend checking to make sure all vents are cleared and vacuumed. This OEM part is sold individually.
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Works with the following brandsWhirlpool, Kenmore, KitchenAid, Roper
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Works with the following productsDryer, Washer Dryer Combo
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Fixes the following symptomsToo hot, Not Heating, Won’t Start, Touchpad does not respond
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Part Number Cross ReferencePart# WP3392519 replaces these:AP6008325, 3388651, 3392519, 694511, 80005, WP3392519VP
Product Description
The dryer thermal fuse, also sometimes referred to as the thermal cut off or temperature fuse, is a 2 by 1/2-inch, white, plastic safety mechanism that halts the flow of electricity to the motor circuit when a dryer overheats. If the fuse is missing or broken, your dryer will not start. A thermal fuse fails when the exhaust temperature exceeds the fuse rating, that is when the temperature rises above the temperature that the fuse is intended to manage. This can be caused by the heating element shorting, a regulating thermostat or thermistor failure, or with a partially restricted exhaust vent. The fuse attaches to the blower wheel housing. It must be replaced when there is no longer continuity between the terminals. This is a one-time fuse, meaning it cannot be re-set. The replacement part features two 3/16-inch terminals. While performing this repair, we recommend checking to make sure all vents are cleared and vacuumed. This OEM part is sold individually.
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Works with the following brands:Whirlpool, Kenmore, KitchenAid, Roper
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Works with the following products:Dryer, Washer Dryer Combo
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Fixes the following symptoms:Too hot, Not Heating, Won’t Start, Touchpad does not respond
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Part# WP3392519 replaces these:AP6008325, 3388651, 3392519, 694511, 80005, WP3392519VP
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Replacing your Dryer Thermal Fuse

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Customer:gary from apex, NC
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Difficulty Level:Really Easy
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Total Repair Time:15 - 30 mins
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Tools:Nutdriver, Pliers
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Customer:Dennis from ALISO VIEJO, CA
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Difficulty Level:Really Easy
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Total Repair Time:1- 2 hours
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Tools:Nutdriver, Screw drivers
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Customer:corey from columbus, NE
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Parts Used:WP3392519
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Difficulty Level:Very Easy
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Total Repair Time:Less than 15 mins
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Tools:Socket set
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Customer:Paul from Mobile, AL
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Difficulty Level:Very Easy
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Total Repair Time:30 - 60 mins
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Tools:Nutdriver, Screw drivers, Socket set, Wrench (Adjustable)
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Customer:dave from COLCHESTER, VT
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Difficulty Level:Really Easy
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Total Repair Time:30 - 60 mins
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Tools:Nutdriver, Socket set
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Customer:Patrick from Charlotte, NC
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Difficulty Level:Really Easy
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Total Repair Time:15 - 30 mins
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Tools:Nutdriver, Pliers
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Customer:Cynthia from Lincoln, CA
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Difficulty Level:Really Easy
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Total Repair Time:30 - 60 mins
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Tools:Pliers, Screw drivers, Socket set
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Customer:Jena from NILES, MI
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Parts Used:WP3392519
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Difficulty Level:Really Easy
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Total Repair Time:15 - 30 mins
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Tools:Nutdriver
Unplugged dryer and disconnected dryer vent
unscrewed back panel with 1/4 inch nut driver
Took Thermal Fuse off by removing screw
Took electrical leads off by using flat blade screw driver to push them off the post.
put new fuse in the spot. Hook up the electrical leads to the post by just pushing them on
Put back plate back on. Hook up dryer vent
Plug back in, flip breaker back on
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Manufacturer Part Number: WP3392519