Carter F Greenwood , AR July 19, 2019 Appliance: Roper Dryer EL4030VW1 Roper Dryer El4030vw1: Heating element failed. How to replace Dryer Heating Element. Checked thermal fuse and bi-metal switch for OPEN circuit. Found open circuit on the heating element. Removed and verified break-in element wire. Removed the heating element and replaced Do-It-Yourself Rating: Repair Time Estimate: 15-30 minutes