General Electric Washer Dryer Combo Heating Element

Replace a failed heating element with this Heater and Housing Assembly. It restores proper electric heat and airflow through the drum so loads dry evenly and within a normal cycle time. What it does:

• Generates heat as air moves through the element canister
• Replaces a broken, shorted, or open heater to restore drying performance
• Typical symptoms: no heat, very long dry times, drum tumbles but stays cool
• Often confirmed by an open (no continuity) reading on the element with a multimeter

• One heater and housing assembly

• Disconnect power by unplugging the dryer or switching off the circuit breaker; allow the unit to cool
• Access the heater housing, label wire positions, and remove mounting fasteners to swap the assembly
• Transfer any reusable brackets or hardware from the old unit as required by your model
• After installation, confirm good airflow and clean the vent/duct to prevent overheating and repeat failures

This replacement heating element restores proper electric heat inside the dryer so clothes dry consistently and on time. A worn or open element can leave loads damp or extend cycle times; swapping it brings heat output back to spec.

• Generates the electric heat used during drying
• Common failure signs: no heat, long dry times, partial heating, or tripping the thermal cutoff
• Visual cues can include broken/warped coil or obvious burn spots
• Restores normal temperature rise for even drying performance

• Disconnect power before servicing; elements run on high voltage
• Access typically from the front or rear depending on model; note wire positions
• Avoid touching the coil with bare hands; handle by the frame
• Inspect thermostats/thermal cutoff if the old element failed

The Heater and Housing Assembly is an OEM part for GE electric dryers. As the main heat source, the heater coil works together with the housing to effectively heat air flowing through the dryer. Precisely maintaining optimal drying temperatures is crucial to the drying process. 

Symptoms of a bad heater and housing assembly include:

• Inefficient or prolonged drying times 
• Excessive lint accumulation inside the housing
• Rust or damage visible on the heater coil
• Odors produced from a burnt-out or shorted heater element

Causes can be normal wear over time, moisture damage if the housing is not cleaned regularly, or an internal short if the heater coil is cracked or broken.

This heater and housing replacement is also compatible with Hotpoint, RCA, and some Kenmore electric dryer models.