Steve P November 13, 2012 My heating element in my whilpool dryer went bad,i have used this dryer for approx 6-8 yrs with no problem. My question is since my girlfriend moved in recently,when she does laundry she often re-sets the timer on the dryer when its about done because she believes the clothes are not dry enough. Could this procedure cause the heating element to pre-mature short circuit and go bad???? I was hoping you could provide some input so we can resolve this argument!!!!! Thank you for your time
1 Answer Hello Steve. No, it could not. However, if she has to dry the clothes twice to get them dry, then it sounds like there is an issue with the dryer vent being clogged or kinked, which can cause the issue with the heater. Sounds like you need to fix the vent to repair the unit and keep her from having to run 2 cycles to dry clothes. Read More...
Bruiser November 09, 2012 for Model Number leq8000jq4 I purchased a new heating element and hi limit thermostat for this model. The repair videos show three wires, two red and an orange in the middle. I don't have an orange wire, only two red. No wire placement combinations appear to work.
1 Answer Hello Bruiser, The small spade red wire connects to the thermostat and the large spade connect to the right spade of the heater. If you have connected this way and still not heating then you want to check your thermal cut off 279816 to make sure you have continuity through it. If it is blown there will be no continuity and will unit will not heat. Read More...
James E. November 07, 2012 for Model Number WED5100VQ1 / Whirlpool - Part# 279838 I am a novice and I took the 3 wires off the connectors. I have the new part, Dryer Heating Element, I'm not sure which ones go where.
1 Answer Hello James, There should be a Red, Red/white and orange wires. The red white goes to the hi limit thermostat on the heater. The red goes to the heater and the orange goes to the heater. Here is a video that may help: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rfDiR1DwAIo&autoplay=1 Read More...
1 Answer Hello Larance. Check and make sure you have 240 volts coming to the dryer. Check and make sure the unit is not set to Air Fluff. Also check the heater and thermostats and see if they are good. You can test these with a multi-meter MA-DM1. They should read closed for continuity. Here is a link on how to use a multi-meter. http://forum.appliancepartspros.com/oven-repair-including-ranges-cooktops/4810-how-check-continuity-ohmmeter.html Read More...
Kevin November 03, 2012 for Model Number RED4440VQ1 Just replace the heating element in my dryer and it will not heat up? Could you tell me what it could be? Thanks.
1 Answer Hello Kevin, you likely have a blown thermal fuse WP3392519 or thermostat 279816 that is not allowing power to the element. Here's a link to help you determine the problem. Be sure to disconnect power and clean your vent and duct work as that is likely what caused the issue in the first place. Hope this helps! http://www.appliancepartspros.com/repair-help/dryer-repair-help.html#electric Read More...
Mark October 17, 2012 for Model Number LEQ9508pw0 What part number is the heating element for a Whirlpool model # LEQ9508PW0?
1 Answer Mark, the heating element used on model LEQ9508PW0 is part number 279838. Thanks! Read More...
Troy T October 16, 2012 for Model Number wed6200sw0 If replacing the heating element due to breakage of the coil, do I need to replace the fuse or thermostat if they Ohms Check good?
Kimberly October 16, 2012 for Model Number 7929 My Whirlpool estate heavy duty super capacity plus dryer is running but there is no heat? Does is need a new heating element?
1 Answer Hi Kimberly, there are a few things that can affect the dryer heating including the element, hi-limit thermostat, thermal limiter, or even a burnt wire. I would have been more specific with part numbers but the model number you provided does not appear to be valid. Please re-check and get back to us. Thanks! Read More...
Pablo September 24, 2012 for Model Number Kenmore 600 series Dryer My dryer will sometimes run and it will not dry the clothes. I noticed that it will not heat up at times. When i open the dryer door and I have it on High heat, the clothes are cold or still damp? Any suggetions would be really appreciated.
1 Answer Hello Pablo, This sounds like a ducting issue. If the duct is restricted, crimped, or excessively long and complicated, the back pressure will cause the heat, lint, and moisture to blow past the felts seals back into the cabinet and this will kick off the thermostats. This will cause the complaint you have. If it heats sometimes, the heating circuit is working and the duct should be corrected to the manufacturers' specifications. Read More...
Jeannette September 22, 2012 for Model Number LGR4634PQ0 Dryer runs with heat for about ten minutes then flame goes out and heat goes away? What can it be?
1 Answer Hello Jeannette, The gas valve either has a bad coil 279834 or the gas valve WP8318277 itself has failed. Read More...