Customer Questions and Answers for Thermostat by Whirlpool

This thermostat is a temperature-sensitive switch that opens and closes the heating circuit to control heat. Replacing a worn or failed thermostat restores consistent temperature regulation and helps protect your appliance from overheating, shutdowns, or underheating.

• Monitors internal temperature and cycles the circuit on and off as designed
• Helps prevent overheating by opening at its calibrated threshold
• Failure can cause no heat, overheating, or intermittent cycling
• Irregular temperatures or longer run times are common symptoms

• Disconnect power (and shut off gas, if applicable). Allow the appliance to cool completely before service.
• Note wire positions; transfer one lead at a time to the new thermostat.
• Mount the thermostat firmly/flush against its mating surface or bracket for accurate sensing.
• Use a multimeter to check continuity per your model's service specs; replace if out of tolerance.