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Customer Questions and Answers for Dryer Thermal Cut-Off Kit by Whirlpool

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Part Number: OEM9282741
Manufacturer Part Number: 279816

Dryer won't heat? This thermal cut-off kit prevents overheating and restores heat. Includes high limit thermostat and fuse. DIY repair in under an hour.

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Dan, The thermal cutoff and the hi limit thermostat should be closed for continuity at room temperature. If the thermal is open then it is bad and would need to be replaced.

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Mike, It's recommended to replace both more for safety and dependability than anything else. The thermal fuse is rated for 300 to 325 dgrs.F. The hi limit thermostat is rated at 200 to 225 dgrs.F. Under those circumstances, if the dryer got hot enough to open the thermal fuse, it most likely weakened or damaged the hi limit switch as well, so it's best to replace both parts, for proper operation and repair longevity.

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Joe, You will want to test the thermal fuse on the blower housing to make sure that there is continuity. If there is no continuity then the issue will be a bad thermal fuse.

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Hello Telle. Look for a bad belt, or bad thermal fuse. Check the element and see if it is grounded out. This would be the reason for coming on.

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Hello Patty, The only thing that will blow a thermal cutout is excessive temperatures. For this reason, the ducting should be checked for clogs and/or restrictions. Also, since the high limit protects the thermal cutout, the high limit and thermal cutout should be changed at the same time as per the manufacturer. No other parts should be required if the duct is short and straight as possible and there are no restrictions.

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