This kit includes a replacement heating element and a high limit thermostat for an electric dryer. The heating element generates the hot air that dries your clothes, while the high limit thermostat acts as a safety device to prevent overheating. Replace this kit if your dryer is not producing heat, takes too long to dry clothes, or shuts off prematurely due to overheating.
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My dryer wasn't heating Jesus V. • Kissimmee , FL • March 27, 2017
PLEASE UNPLUG DRYER FIRST. This was my first attempt at trying to fix my dryer (Maytag SDE515DAYW). Order the element kit Part Number AP4046564. The installation was easier than I thought. Just removed the two front panels and I was able to reach the back of the dryer, under the drum (this is where the heat element was located), disconnected the wires (took pictures first) and removed the two screws that held the heat element. Pulled the part down and it just slid off. Connected all the wires...
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