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Customer Questions and Answers for Dryer Hi-Limit Thermostat by Whirlpool

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By: Whirlpool
Part Number: OEM18045627
Manufacturer Part Number: WPW10116735

Dryer running too hot or overheating? The hi-limit thermostat cuts power to the heating element when temps exceed safe limits. Easy DIY replacement.

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G, You forgot to attach a model number. but, in general, there other things to check or replace. With the new venting, and you're sure there are no kinks or restrictions and the vent hood is not too close to the ground or collapsed, you'll need to first check for and remove any lint build up in the air duct assembly and blower housing 37001141, check and make sure the blower wheel 56000 and vanes are clean, not cracked and the wheel fits tight on the motor shaft. and there are no air leaks around either drum seal, and blower inlet seal. This time, repalce both the thermal fuse WP40113801 and high limit switch WPW10116735 at the same time.

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Answered by AppliancePartsPros.com   |   Thursday, September 20, 2012

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