Eddie D Scottsburg , IN December 31, 2025 Appliance: Whirlpool Electric Dryer WED5600VQ0 Whirlpool Dryer Wed5600vq0: Insulator on heating element broke letting element touch housing it’s in causing it to heat continuously while dryer was running. How to replace Dryer Heating Element. Replaced heating element,and hi limit thermostat. Believe hi limit thermostat was still working but it had been really hot being on the side of the heating element. Do-It-Yourself Rating: Repair Time Estimate: 15-30 minutes