Kenmore Dryer Thermal Cutoff

Step by step instructions on how to replace a dryer thermal cut off kit 279816 for dryer washer dryer combo made by whirlpool kitchenaid roper kenmore maytag estate.

Kenmore dryer thermal cutoff.

The fuse controls the dryer s heating element whereas the cutoff controls the motor. 279973 dryer thermal cut off fuse kit replacement part by dr quality parts exact fit for whirlpool kenmore dryer replaces 279973 3391913 8318314 ap3094323 4 2 out of 5 stars 92 9 98 9. The thermal cutoff isn t the same as a thermal fuse. 4 6 out of 5 stars 165.

Your appliance may differ depending on the manufacturer and model. This free video shows step by. In a pinch the fuse can be bypassed for diagnostics only. If your dryer is not heating then you should test the thermal fuse thermal cutoff for continuity to see if it is good or bad.

Get it as soon as fri sep 11. A dryer s thermal cutoff switch controls the dryer s temperature and it also monitors the amount of heat it produces. This video is intended to give you the general idea of the part replacement procedure. A dryer that runs but won t heat is usually easily fixed by replacing either the thermal fuse or the heating element.

If the dryer drum is spinning but is not producing heat the thermal cutoff. Testing the thermal fuse first using a multimeter or ohmmeter is a safe and easy way to diagnose if it is the problem.