Crystal E Iowa City , IA April 14, 2015 The coils of the heating element were broken and the thermal fuse had disintegrated Removed the old coils from the heating element and replaced with the new ones. Removed old thermal fuse and replaced with the new one. Replaced the belt while the drum was out. Added a light bulb. Do-It-Yourself Rating: Repair Time Estimate: 1-2 hours