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Customer Questions and Answers for Dryer Heating Element by Whirlpool

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Part Number: OEM9282771
Manufacturer Part Number: 279838

Restore full heat and end long dry cycles - install the Whirlpool OEM Dryer Heating Element.

Why this heating element?

  • Factory-spec 5400 W / 240 V heating element with nickel-chromium coil - built by Whirlpool to Whirlpool OEM standards.
  • Broad compatibility: fits Whirlpool, Kenmore 110-series, Roper, Estate, Amana, Maytag & more 27-inch dryers.
  • Built to last: high-temp terminals & mica insulation resist fatigue and hotspots.

Fixes these common dryer problems

Problem How the element solves it
No heat / cold drum Replaces burned-out coil to restore heating circuit
Takes forever to dry Full wattage brings drum back to target temperature
Stops mid-cycle Prevents over-cycling caused by faulty element
Burning smell New coil eliminates hot-spot arcing & insulation burn


DIY install — about 20 minutes

  1. Unplug dryer and remove back panel to access heater housing.
  2. Disconnect wires; remove housing screws and slide assembly out.
  3. Swap old element for new, re-use hi-limit thermostat if still good.
  4. Re-assemble, run test cycle - enjoy fast, even drying.

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Bob for Model Number Whirlpool_WED6200SW0

Everything work but no heat. Found heating element (8565582) burned out, orderd new for replacement. Question: Heating element has thermostat with regulating thermister installed on it (8577891), themostat is showing close to 0 Ohm, thermister is showing about 50K Ohm at room temperture and resistance decrease (NTC) with increase in temperature. All other fuses, thermostat on the unit OK. Is thermister value of 50K Ohm at room temp. look OK or Do I need to replace 8577891 also? Thanks,

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Laura, make sure you have 240v going to the dryer and the breaker hasn't tripped. You'll need to check the thermostats. They should read closed for continuity. Thanks.

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Joe, if you've changed out the thermal fuse WP3392519 on the blower housing and the dryer won't start or run, you'll need to check the timer circuits for a "closed" circuit between terminals B and C on the timer, which is power out to the motor, and the door switch terminals Com to NO, with the door closed. This is the neutral circuit to the motor and start switch, if either is "open" the dryer won't start or run. You did check to see that you have 220 - 240 VAC at the outlet and terminal block on the back of the dryer.

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Hello John, If the unit has burned out 2 thermal fuses, the exhaust duct has an issue. The timer WPW10185976 will have nothing to do with this issue but it could have contacts sticking due to the high heat.

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Jake, You will want to check the buzzer switch in the off position to make sure that the switch does not have continuity in the off position. If it does then the switch is bad and would need to be replaced. You will also want to check to make sure that there is nothing caught in the blower wheel of the unit that would cause the noise. The other thing would be the timer buzzing.

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Hello Vince. Remove the 1 screw in the housing and pull the element out of the burner box.

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Hello Dale. If the unit is heating, it is most likely an air flow issue. Check the blower wheel on the unit and see if it is clogged. Also, make sure there is no kinks in the vent.

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B for Model Number Kenmore Series 80 Dryer 11066842501

I am needing to replace all 3 thermostats, and probably the heating element as well. I watched the videos, but my connections are a bit different. I only have 2 wires, (not 3 or 4, and NO orange wire) where the Hi-Limit thermostat connects to the heating element connector. One connects to the top of the Hi-Limit thermostat, the other connects to the right side of the heating element connector. There is no wire that connects to the other side of the heating element connector. What parts do I need in order to replace all these thermostats and heating element?

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Hello B! The videos are to give you a brief idea of the replacement procedure of that type of part. Your model and part may/will differ. The two thermostats on the element come in a kit as part number 279816, the cycling thermostat is part number WP3387134, and the element is part number 279838. Thanks!

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