Customer Questions and Answers for Thermal Fuse by Whirlpool

This safety thermal fuse protects your appliance by opening the circuit if internal temperatures climb too high, helping prevent overheating damage and restoring safe operation when replaced.

• Monitors temperature and cuts power if an overheat condition occurs
• Common failure symptoms: appliance won't start, no power to key components, intermittent shutoff after heating, or blown/failed continuity on the fuse
• Helps safeguard wiring and control components from heat-related failures

• Disconnect power and shut off utilities before servicing
• Access location; note wire orientation for reassembly
• Replace if open/no continuity
• Investigate and correct the root cause of overheating (vents, fans, wiring) before restoring power