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Replacing your Kenmore Dryer High Limit Thermostat
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High Limit Thermostat WP3390291

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PartSelect Number PS11741441
Manufacturer Part Number WP3390291
Manufactured by Whirlpool for Kenmore, Whirlpool, Roper, KitchenAid
Product Description

High Limit Thermostat Specifications

With this thermostat, a dryer's heating element will cut out if the internal temperature reaches 250 degrees Fahrenheit. The element will kick back in when the temperature drops to 190 degrees Fahrenheit. Differential of 60 degrees.
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Replacing your Kenmore Dryer High Limit Thermostat

Replacing your Kenmore Dryer High Limit Thermostat
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This part fixes the following symptoms:
Too hot
This part works with the following products:
Dryer, Washer Dryer Combo.
Part# WP3390291 replaces these:
AP6008306, 3390291, 696397
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No heat.
Removed and replaced the recommended parts purchased from the site.
Other Parts Used:
Dryer Thermal Fuse High Limit Thermostat Dryer Cycling Thermostat Thermal Cut-Off Kit
  • Christopher from WILTON, CT
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    30 - 60 mins
  • Tools:
    Nutdriver, Screw drivers, Socket set
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Dryer don't get hot !
It's a electric dryer, I knew it was related with the thermal !
Other Parts Used:
High Limit Thermostat Thermal Cut-Off Kit
  • ENGEL from TRENTON, NJ
  • Difficulty Level:
    Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    15 - 30 mins
  • Tools:
    Nutdriver
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Dryer no heat
Repair was easy but still no heat to dryer
  • ALPHONSO from WASHINGTON, DC
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    15 - 30 mins
  • Tools:
    Nutdriver
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the dryer did'nt heat up
changing the thermostat was incredibly easy. I had to put new connectors on the ends of 2 of the wires because they burnt up.
  • Colleen from Charlotte, NC
  • Difficulty Level:
    Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    15 - 30 mins
  • Tools:
    Nutdriver
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Wasn't heating
Took the back off, took parts off, replace parts. put back back on and turn on. Works great, directions were easy. Watch my wife do it. Very please/
Other Parts Used:
Cycling Thermostat - Limit 135/155 High Limit Thermostat
  • david from Scotland Neck, NC
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    Less than 15 mins
  • Tools:
    Screw drivers
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Dryer- No heat
Replaced parts and now I do not need to but that new $500-800 dryer! Thanks!
Other Parts Used:
High Limit Thermostat Thermal Cut-Off Kit
  • Nancy from Amherst Junction, WI
  • Difficulty Level:
    Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    15 - 30 mins
  • Tools:
    Screw drivers, Wrench (Adjustable)
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no heat. spinning and blowing fine.
Extremely easy! I used this website's part diagrams and videos to find out where the parts were in the dryer. I only needed a 1/4" socket on a screwdriver handle to remove the back of the dryer and the same socket for the screws holding most of the parts on (one needed a phillips screwdriver). I didnt have a ohm tester, so I ordered the heating element, cycling thermostat, thermal fuse and 250f Thermostat, knowing I could return the one(s) I didnt need. Replaced them all and guess what...it still didnt work! So I read some other people's comments and found out there was one more part I hadnt ordered that might be the problem...the THERMAL CUT OFF KIT. It has the 250F thermostat PLUS another (different) Thermal cut off fuse, that attaches several inches above the heating element. I ordered that part, got it the next day, and the Thermal cut off fuse that was in the kit (not available separately) ended up being the solution to my problem! The wire to it was actually fried, so the extra connectors in the kit were perfect, and I just cut and stripped the wire a little and put on the new connector, and the dryer works great.
Other Parts Used:
Dryer Thermal Fuse High Limit Thermostat Dryer Cycling Thermostat Heating Element - 240V 5400W
  • Debby from Charlottesville, VA
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    Less than 15 mins
  • Tools:
    Screw drivers, Socket set
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Dryer not producing any heat
Removed rear panel after disconnecting the Power.Disconnected the fuse ,thermostat 250f, and replaced them. Then removed the old heater and installaled the new one. Then plugged in the heater and still no heat..So I have decided to replace cycling thermostat and temperature switch,which I ordered yesterday. These are the last two items that you suggest as being a cause.
Other Parts Used:
Dryer Thermal Fuse High Limit Thermostat Heating Element - 240V 5400W
  • Walter D from Bridgewater, NJ
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    30 - 60 mins
  • Tools:
    Screw drivers, Socket set
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did not heat
i took the back of the dryer, and took the part out to repair, sent for it at parts.com. it came in three days. i put the new part in and i have a good dryer again. very simple. the internet was helpful. i am 68 year old lady.
  • Paulette from Farmington, MO
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    15 - 30 mins
  • Tools:
    Socket set
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dryer will not,dry clothes,but drum run
Took, back cover out,but first i disconect the electricity,i give a fast look,looking for anything wrong and i saw a thermostar burn out in the element case,the bottom one,a thermostart
250 f. but a did a search in the internet,and found that when a bottom thermostart burn out, the top one had to be change,so i did a continuity text in the top one and was open ,i have it,a used one, change and connect the dryer to the Electrical outlet and (walac)it start the dryer,problem solve
  • atolfo from allentown, PA
  • Difficulty Level:
    A Bit Difficult
  • Total Repair Time:
    15 - 30 mins
  • Tools:
    Nutdriver, Pliers, Screw drivers, Wrench (Adjustable)
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JOHN
February 21, 2018
High temperature cut off thermostat from a Kenmore dryer. I measure 30 ohms across the terminals. Has it failed? The dryer doesn't seem to heat at all.
For model number 3390291
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Hello John, thank you for your question. At room temperature, testing the thermostat should produce a reading of zero. If the reading is something else the thermostat is bad and would need to be replaced. If the appliance is running, but not heating at all (blowing cold air), it is most likely a thermostat issue, or fuse issue. If you could provide the model number of the appliance we can provide more information! I hope this helps!

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Robert
April 27, 2018
I replaced the heating element, the thermal fuse and the high temperature thermostat and still have no heat. Does it matter which prong the red and white stripped go on the heating element and thermostat? Right now the striped one is on the bottom prong on the thermostat and on the prong closest to the drum on the element. Is that right?
For model number LEC6848AQ3
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Hello Robert, Thank you for your inquiry. The red and white wire goes on the bottom and the solid red one should be on the top. The other parts to check would be the thermal cut off kit, the internal bias thermostat/cycling thermostat, the terminal and wire kit, the electrode/sensor, and the blower wheel. Also make sure the ducts are clear and your dryer has plenty of space in back to suck in air. Hope this helps!

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Bob
August 16, 2019
My Whirlpool electric dryer seems to be overheating. I have replaced the thermal switch 3977394. it was open instead of n/c. the other sensors measure a short or show continuity. i believe this is correct. the dryer still seems to be getting too hot. I have a laser thermometer. are there some readings i could measure? how hot should a electric dryer get internally and the exhaust?
For model number LEN3434AW0
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Hi Bob, The single most common reason why clothes dryer overheat is restricted airflow. When there's a blockage in the internal duct work, the hot air will become trapped inside the drum where it creates potential fire hazard. I am not sure of what is too hot, but on average a dryer should get 140-155°F on high , so too much higher would be an issue. But you could contact the manufacturer directly for more specific information. Thank you for your question and good luck with your repair!

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Ky
November 2, 2022
Press start to dry and it clicks and then nothing starts already replaced the thermal disconnect help it doesn’t start still
For model number MED9700SBO
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Hello Ky, thank you for your inquiry. According to our research, we would recommend checking the following parts to fix your issue: The door Switch, part number PS334284, Drive Belt, part number PS11722115, and Thermostat, part number PS11746740. If you require assistance to place an order, please contact customer service. We hope that helps!

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