Dryer Fuse, Thermal Fuse & Breaker Parts

Whirlpool's replacement thermostat kit includes a thermal cut-off fuse, high-limit thermostat, and electrical connection hardware to ensure your clothes are perfectly dry. Keep up with laundry by installing this genuine Whirlpool replacement part.

OEM Part - Manufacturer #279816

Dryer high limit thermostat and thermal fuse kit. If the dryer does not heat the most common cause is a blown thermal fuse. Both the thermostat and fuse can be tested to determine if either is defective.352 F fuse. L146.1-44.4c thermostat.

OEM Part - Manufacturer #279973

Dryer thermal fuse. If the dryer overheats, the thermal fuse blows to cut off power to the dryer. If the thermal fuse has blown, the dryer won't start. The thermal fuse cannot be reset—if the fuse has blown, replace it. Thermal fuses often blow due to a clogged vent.

OEM Part - Manufacturer #6931EL3003D

Consider replacing the high limit thermostat too as it may also be defective.

Dryer thermal fuse (or thermal limiter). This fuse is located on the exhaust duct. If the dryer overheats, the thermal fuse opens to cut off power to the dryer. The thermal fuse cannot be reset--if the thermal fuse is open, it must be replaced.

OEM Part - Manufacturer #WP3390719

Dryer thermal fuse located on the blower housing. If the dryer overheats, the thermal fuse blows cutting off power to the motor or the heating system. When the fuse is bad the dryer won't start or will run but not heat. The thermal fuse cannot be reset. Fuses often blow due to a clogged dryer vent.

OEM Part - Manufacturer #W10909685

Heating element thermal cut-off (thermal fuse) 360 degrees and high-limit thermostat 250 degrees. The thermal fuse is a safety device designed to protect the dryer from overheating. A multimeter can be used to test the fuse. Always check the dryer venting when replacing a blown thermal fuse.

OEM Part - Manufacturer #279769

The fuse can be tested using a multimeter meter

Thermal fuse with bracket, located on the element housing. The fuse is not resettable and will need to be replaced if blown. If the dryer does not heat, the thermal fuse may be blown.

OEM Part - Manufacturer #DC96-00887C

The fuse can be tested using a volt - ohm meter

Thermal cut out fuse and high limit thermostat kit

OEM Part - Manufacturer #280148

Dryer thermal fuse (also called the thermal limit). Located on the blower housing. The thermal fuse blows to cut off power to the dryer if the dryer overheats. If the thermal fuse has blown, the dryer won't start. The thermal fuse cannot be reset--if the fuse has blown, it must be replaced.

OEM Part - Manufacturer #DC47-00016A

Dryer thermal fuse. If the dryer overheats, the thermal fuse blows to cut off power to the dryer. If the thermal fuse has blown, the dryer won't start. The thermal fuse cannot be reset—if the fuse has blown, it must be replaced.

OEM Part - Manufacturer #D518649

This is a genuine replacement part. The model number and name for the following item is: Whirlpool 40113801 Thermal Fuse.

OEM Part - Manufacturer #WP40113801

Dryer thermal fuse and high limit thermostat kit for both gas and electric models. If the dryer does not heat then the thermal fuse may have blown and will need to be replaced.

OEM Part - Manufacturer #LA-1053

The thermal fuse often blows when the exhaust vent gets clogged with lint. The vent should be cleaned once a year especially if it is longer than 15 feet.

Dryer thermal limiter (or thermal fuse). May be located on the blower housing or element. If the dryer overheats, the thermal fuse blows to cut off power to the dryer. If the thermal fuse has blown, the dryer won't start. The thermal fuse cannot be reset--if the fuse has blown, it must be replaced

OEM Part - Manufacturer #134120900