Mathew C Shafer , MN March 25, 2023 Appliance: Maytag Electric Dryer MDE5500AYW Maytag Dryer Mde5500ayw: The dryer was not heating properly.. How to replace Hi-Limit Thermostat. Removed the front door and front face panel. Replaced the Hi-Limit Thermostat and the Thermal Fuse. Do-It-Yourself Rating: Repair Time Estimate: Less than 15 minutes