Ge WE4X800 Safety Thermostat (Dryer High-Limit) OEM Part

Product Details

Genuine Ge part. Ge brands include General Electric, Hotpoint, RCA, Kenmore, and others. See all items in Dryer Fuse Or Sensor.
GE also makes various appliance models for Sears / Kenmore.

Cross Reference Information

Part Number WE4X800 replaces AP2619437, 2285, AH268245, EA268245, ET800, PS268245, WE04X0730, WE04X0800, WE4X730.

Description

This safety thermostat is a temperature-sensitive switch for dryers. It monitors internal heat and opens the circuit if temperatures climb too high, helping prevent overheating. Replacing a failed thermostat restores proper heat control and safe operation.

• Monitors dryer temperature and cuts power to the heater if the limit is exceeded
• Helps protect against overheating and heat-related shutdowns
• Common symptoms of a failed or tripped thermostat: no heat or intermittent heat, dryer running too hot, or cycles ending early due to overheating
• Overheating or repeated trips often indicate restricted airflow—inspect venting and lint paths

What's included: 1 safety thermostat Install notes:

• Disconnect power; for gas dryers, also shut off the gas supply
• Access the thermostat location per your model's service information
• Note wire positions and transfer them one at a time; mount the thermostat flush to its mating surface
• After installation, clear lint and verify proper airflow through the exhaust and vent