When connected to electricity the dryer heating element (Metal frame, Metal element coil, Ceramic coil insulators) glows red hot and generates heat. When air is blown over it, it heats the air which is used to dry the clothes. The heating element fits inside the heater housing inside the dryer. Wear and tear on the heater coil from use will eventually cause the coil to break and the element to fail. When this part fails it can cease to produce any heat. Alternately, the coil could break and short to ground allowing the dryer to continue to heat even when turned off. The latter is a fire hazard and the dryer should be disconnected from power until the element is replaced. If the element coil breaks, the element needs to be replaced. This model is 11 by 5 inches with 5/16” terminals, metal and ceramic, and comes in black. It is sold individually.
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Cindy S - September 28, 2023
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Worked perfectly
Part was perfect
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Morgan B - September 25, 2023
Verified Purchase
Great part.
Exactly as expected. A lot of help with getting correct part for my dryer. Felt like there was a slight delay in mailing, not at the fault of the company, but their servicer. When your down a dryer, everyday counts. Overall great experience. Will be using them again in the future.
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Charles E - July 10, 2023
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Fairly Easy Repair
The part arrived in great(new) condition and was fairly easy to install. The original element was pretty difficult to remove from it's housing. Having never replaced this part before the video was very helpful to say the least. Thank you Parts Select!
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Westley G - July 8, 2023
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Simple to use.
Perfect. Thank you
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Robert W - May 13, 2023
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Part fit and worked just fine!
Easy to locate correct part using dryer model number on the PartSelect website. Easy to purchase with a credit card online. Delivered by date promised. No problems, no hassles. Easy. The way things should always be.
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Jon R - April 19, 2023
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Exact match, great product
I ordered a replacement heating element for my 22 yr old kenmore dryer and the part came in a timely manner and was an exact match. Back in business hopefully for another20 yrs.
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Scott W - April 12, 2023
Verified Purchase
Easy
Good job
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Patrice H - February 6, 2023
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Ordering was so Easy
The heating element went out on my moms dryer.... I ordered this with zero percent confidence in myself but your website made it so easy.. The BBB rating was the main reason I selected your company. I had the model and serial number so all after entering this info up came the part I needed. I had to trust your company completely as I had no idea what the part looked like that I was replacing. I did pay for expedited shipping and for a few extra dollars I had by the end of the week- When we went to replace the element, we were ever so thankful for the UTube video you had attached to the email updating me on the shipping status. - we expected to have to remove the back of the dryer, but it was the front undercarriage that needed to be opened. That video showed us exactly what to do.
The part was the perfect replacement.
It was a good experience from beginning to end. Thank you and rest assured I will be ordering again from you when necessary.... Respectfully, Patrice Hall, Fredericksburg, Texas
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Linda A - January 14, 2023
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Works Just Fine!
Part in perfect condition, got here sooner than we thought it would and worked great when installed!
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Diolisis C - January 13, 2023
Verified Purchase
Great part
The part came so fast and I got the right one.
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Dryer produced no heat. My lint trap was full of wet lint.
I saw some videos suggesting you remove the back panel.Then I saw a video where only the kick plate was removed and the element was removed that way. I removed both the back panel and kick plate.At first I thought I was wasting my time however once I got started I was glad I removed both back and front. There was a significant amount of lint in the bottom of the dryer which made it easier to remove. It also made it easier to remove the heater element. I hope this helps.
Watched on-line video on how to disassemble and test heater element, thermostat, and hi-temp shut down. Heater element was open. Ordered new heater element. Re-installed heater element iaw video provided with parts. Video provide was one of the best I've seen. Explanation on releasing access panel was especially helpful.
Replaced the heating element. Took the front lower panel off, 2 screws one on each end, removed cover on left side over blower 3 screws and removed cover lower right side over heating element 2 screws. Removed 6 wires plugged into heating element cover, turned heater element cover counter clockwise and pulled out. Removed 1 screw holding heating element inside of cover, pulled out heating element. Replaced heating element back in cover putting screw back in to hold it. Put heating element and cover into hole in back of dryer turning clockwise to secure. Then put cover holding heating element over the front of it and secured with 2 screws. Put blower cover back secured with the 3 screws and put the front cover back on securing with 2 screws. dryer is heating better than ever.
John from CLARKSBURG, WV
Difficulty Level:
Easy
Total Repair Time:
1- 2 hours
Tools:
Socket set, Wrench (Adjustable)
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Heating element went out.
Followed the instructions all went good except for the sliding the shield back in it didn't want to go back in but it does fit. Dryer works like new again.
Charles from SALLISAW, OK
Difficulty Level:
A Bit Difficult
Total Repair Time:
30 - 60 mins
Tools:
Nutdriver
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Heating element went out
A) Watched video of repair on site.B) Looked around for competitive prices and decided on PartSelect because of original parts, price, and 1 year guarantee.C) Proceeded to take dryer apart like video showed. Error was my dryer front panel has two screws covering the heater box and that was all I needed to remove and replace heater instead of dismantling the back. Good news though was, I removed all the lint build up in the machine so not a waste of time. Be sure not to touch the new heater wire coils as oil from your hands will destroy the heater prematurely. Heater was original Whirlpool ! I'm a happy camper.
James from CUMMING, GA
Difficulty Level:
A Bit Difficult
Total Repair Time:
1- 2 hours
Tools:
Nutdriver, Pliers, Socket set
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Not heating up
I just took the old element replaced with the new one i order from this site, I save some money was really easy so proud of my self...
braulio from FORT WAYNE, IN
Difficulty Level:
Very Easy
Total Repair Time:
30 - 60 mins
Tools:
Nutdriver, Screw drivers
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Took the back off the dryer. Found heating element unhooked the electrical connectors to the element,the high temp thermostat and the fuse backup. Opened the front kick plate, took the casing with element, ht thermostat and fuse bu out. Changed all three parts and reinstalled them. Turned on dryer and had heat. Been working great ever since.
1.Removed lower dryer cover - two screws. 2.Tested heating element circuit including high temp cutoff, - Heating element circuit was "open" so I first tested the heating element - "open" so I removed one screw on the side and removed the element - element broken. 3.Ordered the part - good price and the deliver was great, three days. 4. Cleaned any lint up and Installed the new heating element and front panel 5. Heated right up - probably saved myself a good $100 for less than thirty minutes of work!!!!
Nelson from RAVENSWOOD, WV
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
15 - 30 mins
Tools:
Nutdriver, Pliers
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Mitchel
July 20, 2017
My dryer is not heating up, I checked the heater element and it is getting 240V. I checked the high limit thermos, the thermal cut off, and the heater element for continuity and there is between all three. So is it definitive that I need a new heating element?
Hi Mitchel, if you tested your heater element and there is 240 V and it still does not heat you can be confident that it does need replacing. Please let us know if you have any further questions!
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Joy
July 20, 2017
I keep having to replace my heating element … this is the third time. This time it melted the wires that are attached by the insulator. Wth am I doing wrong that it keeps going, plz help!
Hi Joy, sorry to hear that. The most common reason for elements failing is due to the dryer having poor ventilation. Your first step should be to check the vent of the dryer for clogging and make sure there is good airflow. I hope this helps!
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Chantel
July 20, 2017
Ordered a new heating element from you and it was Part# 3387747, my old one says 5400 W and this one says 5200 W, why the drop in wattage? Will it affect my machine???
Hi Chantel, you are right the heating element has had a drop in wattage. This was a decision made and implemented by the manufacturer. Although we do not know their reasons why, we can safely say that this heating element WP3387747 is meant for your model.
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Gene
August 28, 2017
Get to hot and will not shut off
For model number 11068842700
Hi Gene,
Thank you for the question. We recommend replacing the Thermal Fuse. It is a safety mechanism that stops the flow of electricity to the heating element when a dryer overheats. When this fuse is faulty, your dryer will not start or it will not heat properly. This is a one-time fuse, meaning it cannot be re-set.
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When I said the dryer heats at the high temp, I did not mean too hot . It does not adjust to lower temps for dedicates or fluff
For model number 11069822800
Ho John,
Thank you for the question. Sounds like the Thermostat, Internal-Bias, PartSelect Number PS11746740. This part controls the temperature of the inside of the dryer drum.
Hope this helps!
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Nanette
February 26, 2018
My dryer is not heating. Can you help?
For model number 110.85861400
Hello Nanette,
Thanks for your question. There are a few different parts you will want to test with a multimeter to see if they have electrical continuity. Replace any that do not show continuity. Test the thermal fuse, the heating element, the high-limit thermostats, the heating element connection wire kit, and the internal-bias thermostat.
I hope this helps.
Hi Arlene,
Thank you for your question. The thermal fuse is designed to prevent the dryer from overheating. Once a dryer's thermal fuse has blown, it is no longer of any use. If your dryer's fuse is blown, you will have to replace it. I hope this helps. Thank you and have a great day!
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Don
August 28, 2019
Dryer heats up but the washload seems to take twice as long to dry than it did for the past few years. Any suggestions on what needs to be fixed/replaced?
For model number LEQ8621PW0
Hello Don, thank you for inquiring. This could be an indication of a faulty Thermal Fuse, part number PS11741460 for your model. You may also want to consider the Heating Element part number PS11741416. Good luck with your repair!
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Stanley
September 23, 2019
I have replaced this heating element before. I watched the video and your repairman does a great job. None of the wires are broken on the one I put in 6 months ago. I needed to know how to check out the other two parts on the cover. I think they are some type of fuses. Can you tell me how to check them out. My Sears dryer was new in 2005. I only replaced this heater once. I need help. Thank you!
For model number Sears(Whirlpool) WP3387747 240v 5200w
Hi Stanley,
Thank you for your question. To test the heaters, you will need to test them with a multimeter. Here is a link to one of our videos on YouTube that you may reference on how to use one, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bWC44fHn0As. I hope this helps. Thank you and have a great day!
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Bob
September 9, 2019
Having a bit of trouble figuring out which drum roller/ belt kit I need
Hello Bob, thank you for contacting us, In order for us to locate the correct parts and repair information we will require the model number of the unit. Once you have located the model number please feel free to resubmit the question and we will be happy to help you. Look forward to hearing from you!
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