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Customer Questions and Answers for Dryer Thermal Fuse by Whirlpool

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Part Number: OEM18024984
Manufacturer Part Number: WP3392519

Stop dryer downtime in its tracks — install the Whirlpool WP3392519 OEM Thermal Fuse in minutes.

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Fixes these common dryer problems

Problem How the fuse is involved
Dryer won’t start Blown fuse interrupts motor circuit
No heat / not enough heat Heater circuit disabled for safety
Cycle ends early Over-temp trip stops cycle
Control panel dead Power to controls interrupted


4-step DIY installation (≈10 min)

  1. Unplug dryer and remove rear panel.
  2. Locate thermal fuse on blower housing.
  3. Transfer wires; secure new fuse with ¼-inch nut-driver.
  4. Clean the vent & lint path before testing to prevent repeat failure.

*Video tutorial below.

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For Whirlpool Dryer Thermal Fuse (Part Number: OEM18024984)

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jessie still, if you can submit another question with the model number and include an e-mail address, we can help you diagnose the problem with your dryer.

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Joe, you may want to check that the drum rotates freely by hand. If it does not rotate freely by hand, then you may have a roller [349241T] issue. If it does rotate freely, then you may want to check to ensure the belt has a good tension and that the rubber of the belt is facing the drum. If the belt does not have a good tension or the backside is on the drum, then it will not grab the drum appropriately. The heater receives 120VAC from the timer and receives another 120VAC from the centrifugal switch on the motor. With the heater coming on, that lets us know that the motor is rotating and allowing the centrifugal switch to close and send the voltage to the heater assembly.

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Hello Chuck, you'll want to verify that the thermal fuse isn't blown. If it is, you'll want to make sure the vent is clear of any obstructions preventing the unit to properly vent. Thanks!

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Amy, go to the heating element and check to see if the element is shorted to the heater metal case. Turn power off to the dryer. Set your multimeter to continuity, touch one lead to a single connection on the element, take the other lead and touch it to the metal case, if you get a continuity reading then the element is shorted to the metal case and the element needs to be replaced.

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Mark, You will want to test the black to the red wire on your timer for continuity on any heat setting. Also, test the thermal cutout and both thermostat on your heater housing for continuity. That's all the components supplying one side of voltage and the other side of the voltage comes thru the dryer motor thru the centrifugal switch. That can be tested at motor contacts 1 and 2 for a continuity reading when the switch is closed [running]. Test the actual heater for the resistance of 7 to 11 ohms.

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Hello, This issue could be caused by the door switch WP3406107 or a faulty or loose light bulb. Door switch can be tested by a continuity test when depressing the switch.

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Ernie, You will want to check the thermal fuse on the blower housing to see if it has continuity. If there is no continuity then this will be a faulty thermal fuse and will need to be replaced.

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Hello Diane, The thermistor should be checked for the proper resistance but the cause of the thermal fuse opening is most likely a restriction in the exhaust ducting in the home. If the ducting that connects to the rear of the unit is restricted and the heat cannot be exhausted, it is blown past the felt seals around the dryer drum and the excessive build-up of heat in the dryer cabinet causes the thermal fuse to open. If the thermal fuse is replaced and the exhaust is not cleared, the thermal fuse will just open again due to the high heat that the thermal fuse is being exposed to. It is, after all, a THERMAL fuse. Please let us know if this does not correct the issue since missing seals inside the dryer or something like a dryer softener sheet in the blower wheel will also cause a lack of airflow, resulting in the same issue.

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Melissa, This error would indicate a primary control failure. You would want to replace the main control board which is part number WPW10111616.

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Jeff, I would recommend changing out the cycling thermostat located on the blower housing.

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