Thermal Cut-Off with High Limit Thermostat

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Product Description
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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Works with the following brandsWhirlpool, Maytag, Kenmore, Amana
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Works with the following productsDryer
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Fixes the following symptomsNo heat or not enough heat, Will Not Start, Too hot
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Part Number Cross ReferencePart# 280148 replaces these:AP3874047, 1175772, 280148, 280148VP

Product Description
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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Works with the following brands:Whirlpool, Maytag, Kenmore, Amana
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Works with the following products:Dryer
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Fixes the following symptoms:No heat or not enough heat, Will Not Start, Too hot
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Part# 280148 replaces these:AP3874047, 1175772, 280148, 280148VP

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Installation Instructions Provided by Fix customers like you.
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Customer:James from Silver Springs, NV
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Difficulty Level:Difficult
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Total Repair Time:1- 2 hours
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Tools:Nutdriver, Pliers

Manufacturer Part Number: 280148