Fix It Mom for Model Number whirlpool LER5636JQ0 Purchased Heating Element Connecting Kit per previous suggestion regarding a burnt wire, but the video shows a bit different fix. My wire goes from heating element to the lower end of thermostat, but requires a double type of male/female terminal, to connect it and the orange wire connecting from the top of the dryer together then attach to thermostat. The thermostat terminal is also smaller than this end piece. I'm not even what to call that double terminal or where to find one. Second question, I just recently replaced the heating element a couple months ago. It tests 1 ohms continuity on x10 setting of analog multimeter versus 0 like all the other parts. Previous answer said may need cleaned or replaced...so this result on multimeter seems to show it still has continuity. How would I go about cleaning it?
Answer Fix it mom, the wire in question is a jumper wire that comes in the thermostat kit 279816. The kit also includes the piggyback connector referenced. However, if the piggyback connector is on the orange wire, the new connecting wire can be used to splice onto the good section of wire that is connecting to the thermostat. If the thermostat side is damaged, the thermostat kit would be needed to repair the wires in question. In regards to cleaning the element, a vacuum can be used to clear as much lint off as possible. Removing the element 279838 will allow for a more in depth cleaning of lint. Read More... Answered by AppliancePartsPros.com | Saturday, November 18, 2023