Maytag Dryer Wire, Harness, Power Cord

The Heating Element Connecting Wire is an OEM part for Whirlpool dryers, designed to provide a secure electrical connection to the dryer's heating element. This critical component ensures that the heating element receives the power it needs to generate heat for drying clothes. 

Causes of a bad heating element connecting wire can include overheating, physical damage, or wear and tear over time. These issues can lead to a loss of connectivity, resulting in the heating element failing to heat up. 

Symptoms of a bad Heating Element Connecting Wire include:

• The dryer not heating up despite having power
• Intermittent heating, suggesting a loose or faulty connection
• Unusual smells or signs of burning, indicating overheating or damage to the wire

This OEM Whirlpool part can also be used on Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Magic Chef, Admiral, Norge, Roper, and Kenmore/Sears brand appliances.

Includes screws and wire connectors. For the complete terminal block kit use 279320.

This dryer power cord connects an electric dryer to a 4-prong household outlet. Replace a worn or damaged cord to restore a safe, reliable power connection and help prevent intermittent power or overheating at the cord connection. What it does:

• Connects an electric dryer to a 4-prong receptacle for proper power and grounding
• Four-conductor design supports modern installation requirements
• Replaces cords with cracked insulation, loose prongs, or burned terminals

• 1 dryer power cord

• Disconnect power at the breaker before servicing
• Attach to the dryer terminal block per the appliance's wiring diagram and secure the strain relief

This power cord connects your appliance to household electricity, supplying safe, reliable power to its controls and components. Replace a damaged or overheated cord to restore dependable operation and reduce the risk of shorts.

• Supplies AC power from the wall outlet to the appliance's electrical system
• Helps resolve no power, intermittent power loss, or tripped breaker issues
• Replace if the cord is cut, frayed, melted, discolored, or feels hot at the plug
• Restores safe operation when the original plug or insulation is damaged

• Disconnect power at the outlet or circuit breaker before servicing
• Note wire routing and connection points; match the original orientation for hot, neutral, and ground
• Seat the cord properly and secure with the model's required strain relief or clamp to prevent tension on terminals
• Ensure the cord is not pinched and is clear of sharp edges, hot surfaces, and moving parts; test for proper operation

This wire harness assembly routes power and signals between appliance components so controls, motors, and sensors can operate reliably. Replacing a damaged harness restores proper electrical connections and helps eliminate intermittent faults. What it does:

• Provides wired connections between the control board and key components
• Restores lost or intermittent power to affected circuits
• Prevents shorts and erratic operation caused by frayed or broken wires
• Enables normal control communication when factory wiring is damaged

• One complete wire harness assembly as shown

• Disconnect power (unplug or shut off breaker) before accessing electrical components
• Inspect connectors and wire routing; replace if insulation or terminals are damaged
• Secure harness away from moving parts and hot surfaces to avoid rubbing or melting

This power cord supplies electrical power to the appliance and replaces a damaged or worn cord to restore safe, consistent power delivery. The "as wrapped" packaging means the cord ships neatly coiled for protection in transit. What it does:

• Provides the appliance's main AC power connection so it can operate
• Replaces frayed, cut, or otherwise damaged cords to eliminate power loss
• Can resolve symptoms like no power, intermittent power, or visible cord damage
• Designed for direct replacement where the OEM cord mounts and terminates the same way

• Unplug the appliance or disconnect power at the breaker before servicing
• Route the cord and attach with the existing strain relief or mounting bracket
• Ensure connections match the original cord terminals and are tight

This wire harness assembly routes power and control signals between components so the appliance operates reliably. It replaces a damaged or worn harness to restore proper electrical connections and reduce intermittent faults. What it does:

• Provides the main connector wiring between electrical components and the control board.
• Restores lost power or control signals caused by broken, frayed, or burnt wires.
• Helps stop intermittent operation, control errors, or components that won't power on.
• Maintains secure connector fit and correct wire routing to prevent shorting.

• Always disconnect power (unplug or switch off breaker) before starting any repair.
• Handle connectors carefully; release locking tabs to avoid damage.
• Route and secure the harness following original wire paths and clips to prevent chafing.