[Lifetime Warranty] Dryer Thermal Kit Compatible with Whirlpool Kenmore Maytag Amana Dryers

279816 Dryer Thermal Kit Compatible with Whirlpool Kenmore Maytag Amana Dryers

Key Features

• Includes one non-resettable thermal fuse and one high-limit thermostat.
• The thermal fuse is a safety component that shuts off the heating element when the dryer overheats.
• The high-limit thermostat monitors and regulates the temperature inside the dryer drum.
• Kit contains all necessary components for a standard thermal cut-off replacement.

Replaces / Cross-Reference Part Numbers

• 279816
• 279769
• 279973
• 3387134
• 3399848
• 3977393
• AP3094244
• LA-1053
• PS334299
• W10900067

Compatibility & Fitment

• Designed for 29-inch wide dryers manufactured in or after 1965.
• Fits models from brands including Whirlpool, Kenmore, Maytag, Amana, Roper, KitchenAid, Estate, Inglis, Crosley, Admiral, Magic Chef, Jenn-Air, and Norge.

When to Replace

• Dryer is running but not producing heat.
• Dryer overheats or shuts off mid-cycle.
• Dryer will not start.

Installation Tips

• Disconnect the dryer from its power source before beginning installation.
• The thermal fuse is a one-time use safety device. If it has failed, inspect and clean the dryer's venting system for blockages to prevent recurrence.
• The high-limit thermostat is typically located on the heater box.