Customer Questions and Answers for High-Limit Thermostat (Inlet) by Whirlpool

This safety thermostat monitors temperature at the dryer's air inlet and opens the heater circuit if temperatures climb too high. Replacing a failed unit restores proper heat control and helps protect the dryer from overheating damage. What it does:

• Senses inlet air temperature and interrupts power to the heater when a high limit is reached
• Helps prevent overheating and repeat thermal fuse failures due to restricted airflow
• Failure symptoms include no heat, intermittent heat, very hot cabinet, or a burnt odor
• Supports consistent drying performance by maintaining safe operating temperatures

• 1 thermostat

• Disconnect power; turn off gas supply for gas models
• Thermostat is typically mounted on the inlet duct or near the heater/blower housing; refer to your model's diagram for location
• Move wires one at a time to the new thermostat; reuse existing mounting hardware
• After replacement, clean the lint path and verify proper vent airflow to prevent repeat failures