This is a high-limit thermostat, also known as a cut-off thermostat, which is a preventative safety device used in dryers to ensure the appliance does not overheat or become a fire hazard by cutting its power and shutting it off. If your dryer feels like it is producing an overwhelming level of heat, or an underwhelming level of heat, the high-limit thermostat has likely failed and will need to be replaced in order for your dryer to continue to operate safely. Replacing a high-limit thermostat will require some disassembly of your dryer, and the use of a screwdriver and/or socket wrench will be needed. This thermostat is an OEM part sold individually and does not come with any accessories.
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Quiver W - September 10, 2021
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James B - August 4, 2019
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High Limit Thermostat
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Allan S - December 4, 2018
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Dryer back up and running great!!!!!!!!!!!!
All went very well, Got the parts in a very quick time frame, installed and working well! PartSelect
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Joel U - October 3, 2018
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Replaced high limit thermostat on GE Dryer-- after major disassemboly effort. Hint- you can easily check the conductivity(without disassembling the unit) by using the leads that are accessible from the back of the control panel (i.e., no need to disassemble entire dryer). In my case, I had to disassemble the unit, on;ly because I didnt know where this part was located and after locating the high limit thermo, did I determine that I could have simply used the two "brown leads" coming up thru the
Dryer is up and running--- simple fix once you know what you're looking for.
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Henry S - July 20, 2018
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Fairly easy repair
The part arrived very quickly and solved the problem. The dryer works like new.
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Marshall B - July 17, 2018
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A little slow coming (spanned 4th of July).
The part was fine, easy to install. Taking the dryer completely apart to get to it was less easy, but not the part's fault. Bad design by GE.
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Dryer would not start
After checking the obvious things such as household circuit breaker and verifying that the dryer power outlet did indeed have the proper voltage supply, I started troubleshooting the dryer itself. The "partselect.com" website has a lot of good troubleshooting information. I used it to narrow my search and began by checking the fuse locat
... Read moreed where the power cord connects to the dryer. From there I used the information that the website provided for finding and checking the overtempt switch for the dryer. It's located in a very hard position to get to, and it was indeed bad. I ordered a new one from the "partselect.com" website and started checking my dryer exhaust vent hose for a blockage, as that was the most practical cause for the overtempt switch to fail. Once I verified that the exhaust was clear from any obstruction, I set my sights on removing the bad overtempt switch.
I have over 30 years' experience troubleshooting and repairing both AC and DC electrical and electronic circuits and systems. I'm 6'4" and have very big hands and it was next to impossible for me to get my hands in a position to loosen and remove the 1 screw that was holding the switch in place. After an hour or so I was finally able to remove the switch. There was no way that I was going to be able to successfully install the new switch due to the lack of space. I ended up going back to the "partselect.com" website to see if anyone else had this same issue and found a way to overcome it. After few minutes of reading thru different installation comments from other people, I found one that had the key to quickly and accurately installing the switch. This person used a drill and drilled a hole in the back panel of the dryer to gain access to the screw that holds the switch in place. So, I drilled a small 1/8" hole in the back panel directly across from where the head of the screw was. I used several more drill bits and worked my way up to a 1/2" sized bit. Then, I used a 1/4" drive socket set with a 10" extension and 1/4" socket to install the screw retaining the switch. I reassembled the dryer and have had no other trouble since.
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DENNIS from ELIZABETHTOWN, KY
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Nutdriver, Pliers, Screw drivers, Socket set, Wrench (Adjustable), Wrench set
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Dryer would not start.
Found the dryer's high limit thermostat had opened up. Likely cause was excessive lint buildup in exhaust vent pipe to outside. Used wire nuts to "temporarily" bypass thermostat and cleaned out the vent pipe When new part arrived...
Removed control panel screws and panel was laid on top of dryer Removed bac
... Read morek panel screws. Removed top panel screws. Lifted to allow right side swing out slightly.
I did not have sufficient tool to reach the thermostat therefore I reamed out a hole in the rear panel above the thermostat fastener screw to allow a long handle screwdriver into the area for replacement.
Removed temporary bypass and used wire nuts to utilize dryers' thermostat existing wiring.
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Ronald from CORP CHRISTI, TX
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30 - 60 mins
Tools:
Nutdriver, Screw drivers
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Jesse
January 28, 2019
Dryer gets way too hot. Do you think this could be the problem. High limit thermostat part #ps12073908
For model number GTD33EASK0WW
Hello Jesse, thank you for your question. The most likely issue is the high limit thermostat or one of the other thermostats in the unit. We would recommend testing the high limit thermostat first. Here are the testing instructions for testing the thermostats. The wires leading to the thermostat are connected using metal slip on connectors. Remove the wires by pulling on the connectors, and not the wires themselves. It may be a good idea to use a pair of needle nosed pliers to help you. Set your multimeter to the R X 1 setting. Take each of your meter's probes and touch one to each terminal. You are testing for continuity, and you should receive a reading of either zero or infinity. At room temperature, testing the thermostat should produce a reading of zero. But if a thermostat is tested when it is heated to its limit, a reading of infinity should be produced. We strongly recommend that you test your thermostat at room temperature. If the test you conduct with your thermostat does not produce these results, then you should replace the component. I hope this helps!
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Stan
July 29, 2019
The high and medium heat settings will not produce heat. Only the low setting works. What is the probable cause?
For model number GTD42EASJ1WW
Hello Stan, thank you for inquiring. You will want to consider either the Mica Heater part number PS8756702 or the High Limit Thermostat part number PS12073908 for your model. Good luck with your repair!
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Dennis
February 11, 2022
GE dryer, have the part, not sure were it is located.
For model number we04x26139
Hi Dennis,
Thank you for your question. The high limit thermostat is located on exterior of the heating element assembly on the upper right side. If you have any questions, please let us know. We are open 7 days a week. We look forward to hearing from you!
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George
July 19, 2022
Where is the Thermo Hi-limit (right) (one shot device) located - how to get to it?
One shot means, once activated then device must be replaced?
Thank you
For model number gtd45easj1ws
Hi George,
Thank you for your question. The high limit thermostat, part number PS12073908, is located on the heater element housing. If you need help placing an order for the high limit thermostat, customer service is open 7 days a week and anyone will be happy to assist you. Please feel free to give us a call. We look forward to hearing from you!
Push start button, unit comes only, release start button unit will not stay on, have replaced control switch, start button, and select switch!
For model number GTD33EASK0Ww
Hello Ron, thank you for reaching out. This is either a faulty motor run switch or a loose wire at the motor. Ensure that the wires on the motor did not loosen up and cause a lack of connection. If this does not help, you will need to replace the drive motor, part number PS12743452. Good luck with your repair!
Dryer makes no heat. Dryer vent was plugged with the lint and we cleaned it out. I believe we blew a high temperature fuse. Which one would you recommend please.
For model number HTX24easkOWS
Hi Nevin, thank you for reaching out. The issue is probably because of the high limit thermostat, part number PS12073908. We would suggest replacing the high limit thermostat to fix the issue. Glad to be of help!
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Earl
June 23, 2024
My dryer will start and run as normal but never gets hot and the clothes never get dry. Could this be one or both of the thermostats?
For model number GTD33EASK0WW
Hi Earl, thank you for contacting us. We would suggest checking the dryer cycling thermostat, part number PS11772030, first. It monitors and regulates the temperature inside the dryer. You may need to replace it to fix the issue. We hope this solves your problem!
My drier is not starting. It did overheat and turned off and won't turn back on. I saw some YouTube videos saying there is a thermal fuse that will blow and need to be replaced. However, I do not see anything like that for this model. There is what appears to be a normal electrical fuse. Would this high limit fuse be the problem or is there another fuse that needs to be replaced? I'm thinking it is a heat problem because I was having trouble getting the duct work cleaned out, and when the dryer stopped working, the back was very hot.
For model number GTD42EASJ1WW
Hello Eric, Thank you for the question. We suggest testing the High Limit Thermostat, PartSelect Number PS12073908. Remove the wires by pulling on the connectors, and not the wires themselves. It may be a good idea to use a pair of needle nosed pliers to help you. Set your multimeter to the R X 1 setting. Take each of your meter's probes and touch one to each terminal. You are testing for continuity, and you should receive a reading of either zero or infinity. At room temperature, testing the thermostat should produce a reading of zero. But if a thermostat is tested when it is heated to its limit, a reading of infinity should be produced. We strongly recommend that you test your thermostat at room temperature. If the test you conduct with your thermostat does not produce these results, then you should replace the component. We hope this helps!
