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Customer Questions and Answers for Heating Element Assembly by Ge

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Part Number: OEM7859871
Manufacturer Part Number: WE11M23

The Heating Element Assembly is an OEM part for GE dryers. It is responsible for generating the heat necessary to dry clothes during the drying cycle. This assembly includes the heating element itself, which heats up when electricity passes through it, and the housing that supports and protects the element.

You should replace this heating element assembly if it becomes faulty. Causes of a bad heating element assembly can include wear and tear over time, overheating due to blocked airflow, or damage from electrical issues.

Symptoms of a bad heating element assembly include:

  • Clothes not drying properly
  • No heat during the drying cycle
  • Longer drying times
  • The dryer not getting warm

This GE replacement part is also compatible with Hotpoint, RCA, and some Kenmore models.

Note: For restring coil only use WE11X10007

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For Ge Heating Element Assembly (Part Number: OEM7859871)

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Craig, Based on the information provided I would test the element to see if it is grounded and also check for proper air flow. WE11M23

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Paul for Model Number NWXR483EG4WW

I put a restring element kit in our dryer this past December, when I had it apart I found that the back plate was cracked, needed to have the dryer working so i put the new elements on the cracked assembly. The dryer has started shutting down and feels hot on the top when it does, could this be caused by the broken back plate assy? All exhaust tubing was replaced and /or cleaned prior to replacing elements and I also replaced the safety thermostat, the high-limit thermostat and the cycling thermostat with the new elements.

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Paul, If the broken piece has allowed the element to get shorted to ground then yes it could cause your issue...would need to inspect it to be sure.

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RCB, This issue sounds like an airflow issue, check the venting system from the dryer all the way out for blockages and crimped lines. You can test this by pulling the dryer away from the wall and disconnect the vent from the machine and dry a load to see if the machine components are all working.

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Mike, This issue would most likely be caused by a faulty outlet thermostat on the blower housing.

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Hello Phillip, from your description it sounds like you do have a short to ground in your heat circuit. More than likely it will be the heater but you will want to check all your wires and connections first. Hope this helps!

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Barbara, Not really, the dryer should heat, at least until the 20 amp breaker trips open. A 20 amp breaker is "border line" for a dryer, when you figure the average heater element draws 18 to 20 amps, and the running motor will draw another 2 to 4 amps, the breaker will eventually trip open. But if the dryer is running, it should be heating, unless there's an issue witht the thermostats or heater element.

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Hugh, You would test the thermostats by doing a continuity test. If there is no continuity then the part is faulty and would need to be replaced. The heater element for the element only is WE11X10007. If you want the heater with the housing then it would be part number WE11M23.

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Eric, Yes, the heating element coils are pre installed at the factory, as depicted in the photograph. You may also find the attached video to be very helpful as well. The part WE11M23 is in stock and available at this time. Thanks,

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Hello Ashley. In the video, you can see him remove the terminals using the flat blade screwdriver to pry them off the spades. It is at the 5:00 time mark. Thanks.

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Hello Richard. Check the wiring for the motor and make sure it is not loose. If it is good, and all other wiring is good, then the motor will need to be replaced.

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