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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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For Whirlpool Dryer Heating Element (Part Number: OEM9282771)

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Patrick, You will want to check the rollers and blower wheel to make sure that they are not binding. This will be the most likely cause for this issue.

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KJ, The most likely cause for intermittent heating or heating in some sections but not others will be a faulty timer.

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Hello Barry, There are only 7 components in the heating circuit in this model. They include the timer, the thermal cutoff, the operating or cycling thermostat, the high limit thermostat, the heating element, the centrifugal switch in the motor assembly, and the wiring harness. If all components have been checked and there are no wiring harness issues, the most common failure is the centrifugal switch in the motor assembly 279827 since lint can accumulate in the motor and interfere with the switches' operation. If this switch checks out good, the issue would have to be in the timer WP3979618.

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Bob, recheck the element assembly, make sure it didn't get damaged, or shorted during the shipping and installation. Check the wires at the thermostats and thermal fuse and element terminals, make sure the connections are proper and tight. check the wire insulation for any melting or discoloration, and make sure you have 220 VAC to the dryer at the terminal block on the back of the machine.

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Hello JD. No you ordered the correct element for your model number. Make sure you have it wired right. 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 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

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Xuefei, This unit is a electric dryer in which it would have to have 240 vac to it for the heater to operate. The part number for the element on this unit will be 279838.

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John for Model Number NED4600YQ1

My dryer shuts off after a short time in the high heat cycle. It works in the other cycles but takes longer to dry clothes. I removed the heating element after checking the other components ( they all check good with continuity) , but the heating element read about 15 ohms . The coils on the bottom half are black and you can see where the metal below was blackened. Is this a bad heating coil? I believe so since thee other components tested fine.

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John, It sounds like the heater could be grounding out to the casing and would recommend replacing the heating element.

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Hello Johnny. Check and see if the heater is touching metal and is grounded out. If so, it will cause tis issue. Thanks.

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Craig, If the wire was previously damaged then it sounds like the wire may have corrosion on it causing it to burn through and if this happens will cause the unit to not heat. You will want to try to replace the wiring.

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