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Customer Questions and Answers for Dryer Thermal Cut-Off Kit by Whirlpool

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By: Whirlpool
Part Number: OEM9282978
Manufacturer Part Number: 279973

Dryer won't heat? This thermal cut-off kit prevents overheating by interrupting power to the heating element. Common DIY fix with basic tools in 1 hour.

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Hello Perry. Yes, you can remove the screw in front of the heater box, and pull the heater box forward and remove it from the dryer. Now you can access and replace the thermal cut-off 279973. Reinstall in reverse order. Hope this helps.

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Answered by AppliancePartsPros.com   |   Friday, September 16, 2011

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