Customer Questions and Answers for Thermostat by Whirlpool

This thermostat monitors temperature and opens or closes its electrical contacts to control and protect the appliance's heating circuit. Replacing a failed thermostat restores stable temperatures and helps prevent nuisance shutdowns or persistent no-heat issues. What it does:

• Senses temperature at its mounting location and switches the circuit on/off as designed
• Protects the heating system by interrupting power when temperatures exceed its rated limit
• Helps maintain consistent operation when the original thermostat is stuck open/closed or out of calibration
• Typical symptoms: no heat or intermittent heat, overheating/safety shutdowns, or failed continuity when tested cool

• 1 thermostat

• Disconnect power (and shut off gas supply if applicable) before servicing
• Note wire locations and transfer one at a time to the new thermostat
• Mount securely in the original position to ensure proper temperature sensing
• After installation, run a test cycle and monitor operation/temperature