Whirlpool 279320 Terminal Block Kit OEM Part

I had to remove my dryer so I could install a new floor. The dryer would not fit through the doorway with the power cord attached. Since the power cord was fastened to the back using 3 phillip headed screws, I gently backed them out with a phillip headed screwdriver. However, two of the 3 screws gave me extreme trouble. The head of the screws were made of such a weak metal, that the screw head began stripping. I have a phillip screw kit with different sized heads, so I picked a head that was slightly larger to back out the screw. No luck. So, I borrowed my dad’s screw extractor kit and used the two bits according to the instructions and that too failed. I had no choice but to cut the power cord and buy a new block (since the screws holding the old power cord terminals could not be removed). I bought the new block, shown here, and replaced the old one in a snap. The how-to video made it really easy for me to know how to strip/join the wires from new to old. I bought a new power cord as well. Now I’m back up and running :)

Replaced the wire hookup terminal and replaced the power outlet cable with a new one

Previous owner had a short which also affected the terminal block. Instead of capping the two black wires together, they instead ran the bare black to the eye connector and taped together. Poor connection. Subsequently shorted again, cooking the tape to to wires/connector. Found AppliancePartsPros, as I had ordered previously (simple repair saving me big $$). They had the best price points, correct and quality parts, to include step by step video instructions. I already knew what I needed to do (giving it three stars below for difficulty due to dealing with the electricity) , but I used their video as a teaching tool to spark my nephew's interest/participation. He was apprehensive, but soon was telling me what I needed to do next. Thanks AppliancePartsPros. Will definitely order again if the need arises. I hope not, but if I do....

Noticed that a wire on the terminal block was burned off. Since this was an older model dryer, parts were not available locally. Made an order for the replacement terminal block kit, late night Thursday and received it first thing Saturday morning, WOW!, never expected it that fast and only paid the flat rate shipping fee. With only a screw driver, I was able to remove the old part and replace it with the new part in less than an hour I have the dryer put back together and working!

First I went in youtube to get some help. Learned a few simple things one can do to diagnose before paying someone $100 to walk in the door to do the same thing. Tested my thermal fuse, was fine. Then I noticed the black wire on my cord was burned to a crisp. About 2 inches worth. Surprised I didn't smell anything burning but thinking it was mostly like that when I bought it used. Took the plug off and the terminal block and saw that the black wire was burned about an inch from block to dryer...started melting onto the white wire. I was lucky. I searched online and went to my local parts store and they wanted 50 bucks just for the terminal block!!! I found you guys by chance and was surprised to see a terminal block kit with everything I needed for only $30! I purchased it on a Thursday evening and received it on Saturday. Couldn't believe how fast it got here! Had my landlord do the wire cutting because when it comes to electrical things, I'd rather have someone who has experience do the job. Came home tonight and I am drying my clothes as we speak. The culprit when I saw the burned wires, was the fact the black wire was not screwed on tightly onto the terminal block. In any event, you guys are awesome and would recommend your site to everyone. Thanks!