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Admiral High-Limit Thermostat (Hi-Limit Switch)

By: Whirlpool

Part Number: WP7403P316-60

This high-limit thermostat (hi-limit switch) is a temperature safety device that stops the heating circuit if the appliance overheats, helping protect the unit and restore proper heat control when replaced. What it does:

Opens the heating circuit if internal temperature exceeds safe limits to prevent overheating.
Controls whether the heater/element receives power based on temperature.
When faulty, common symptoms include no heat or intermittent heating and repeated thermal cutouts.
Can be tested for continuity to confirm electrical function.

What's included:

One high-limit thermostat (hi-limit switch).

Install notes:

Disconnect power before inspecting or replacing; risk of shock or injury if energized.
Note and label wire locations or take a photo before removal for correct reassembly.
Verify part compatibility with your model before installing; confirm continuity after installation.

Do-It-Yourself Stories from Customers like You Older maytag oven would not heat up past 250 degrees John T. • American Fork , UT • March 17, 2020

The same thing happened about two years ago and when I took off the back cover, the high limit switch was melted and crumbling, so I replaced it and it's worked fine until a couple of weeks ago. We smelled a stinky electrical burning smell a couple of times and then it stopped heating past 250 degrees. Turns out the high limit switch was crumbling again. This time I replaced both the high limit switch and the bottom element and it heats up again like it should to any temperature. One of the... Read more

$99.95