This internal-bias thermostat regulates dryer drum temperature by cycling the heat on and off, helping maintain consistent drying performance and protect against overheating.
- Controls the cycling temperature of the heating circuit to prevent underheating or overheating
- Helps resolve symptoms like no heat, not enough heat, long dry times, or temperature swings
- A faulty thermostat may cause overheating that can trip the thermal fuse
- Located on the blower housing on many models
What's included: 1 internal-bias thermostat Install notes:
- Disconnect power and shut off gas (for gas dryers) before servicing
- Access the blower housing; note wire positions and transfer one at a time
- Mount the thermostat flush to the housing for proper sensing
- After installation, run a test cycle to verify proper heating
Do-It-Yourself Stories from Customers like You
Thermal fuse blew John P. • Palm Coast , FL • January 02, 2016
Cleaned exhaust duct, but only from the dryer/laundry room side. Replaced thermal fuse. Unit worked for about two loads and thermal fuse blew again. This time I cleaned the exhaust vent on the roof of my 2-story house. It was found to be partially obstructed and I was able to remove a significant amount of lint from it. Also, I researched the problem and followed someone's advice to replace the cycling thermostat together with the thermal fuse if the thermal fuse blows. So far it has been...
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