Dryer Repair- Replacing the Thermal Fuse (Whirlpool Part# 3392519)
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- Опубликовано: 21 окт 2024
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This particular Thermal Fuse is specific to Whirlpool manufactured brands including Admiral, Estate, Inglis, Kenmore, KitchenAid, Roper, Maytag, Crosley, Jenn-Air, Hardwick, Magic Chef, Amana, Glenwood, and Caloric. To find a Thermal Fuse specific to your model, visit www.PartSelect.com
If your dryer is having any of these symptoms, then replacing the Thermal Fuse could solve your appliance problem.
1) Dryer will not turn on
2) No heat in dryer while it's running
3) Dryer takes way too long to dry clothes
PartSelect Part Number: PS345113
Whirlpool OEM Part Number: 3392519
Tools used for this repair/replacement:
1) 1/4" Nut Driver
2) Pair of Needle Nose Pliers
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Steve! Steve, Steve, Steve! Single, non handy, mom here, and I was yanking away at the WRONG wire because no one online could tell me where the thermal fuse was and I thought I'd found it. I googled up how to remove it and found you. You showed me exactly where it was and it was SO easy. Part is ordered and will be here tomorrow! This may not fix it (though I think it will unless I broke something yanking away at the wrong wire!) but you made my day so much easier. Thanks for this video!
Im ashamed to admit I let me dryer be broken for so much longer than necessary. It was not heating nor shutting off. Only tumbling forever. I didn't realize how easy it would be to fix by myself. I didn't want to shell out hundreds for a handyman so I did a little bit of research. It was surprisingly easy information to find and this video was excellent and solved my exact problem. It took me more time moving my dryer out than it did replacing the part. Im happy to report my dryer heats and turns off by itself now. Thank you very much, I think I'll try DIY methods more often now. You gave me some confidence!
Same i put it off for so long that i was hanging my clothes to dry in my house with a fan... did that for months... finally got around to this
*Steve: Thank you for another superb presentation towards renewing my LGR7646. It's decades older than one shown but the guts are all the same since 1966. Cheers!*
I am truly so grateful for you making this video!!!
My dryer has been broken since November 8, 2023. It just up and quit working after I had just spent time, and money, fixing my washer. So I just started hanging clothes on the line while I save money for what I'm assuming would be an electrical issue...since it wouldn't even power on. I even contemplated replacing my 8 year old set.
THEN, I came across your video a few weeks ago and sent it to my son. I have recently had neck surgery so I definitely couldn't do any of the work.
Cut to yesterday, January 20, 2024 when my son bought a multimeter and checked the fuse. He found one on Amazon for a mere $2. He ended up buying a 3 pack for $5. Package arrived today.
For over 2 months I've been stressing over a part that took 2 minutes and $2 to replace!?
Thank you so very much for making an easy to follow video. Thanks to you I was able to repair my dryer for under $20. You saved me from having to buy a new dryer!
Fantastic video! This was so easy. My dryer stopped working and all the internet articles seemed to suggest it was either the thermal fuse or the door switch. I tried the thermal fuse first and the dryer works again. Once I had the part I was done in 20 minutes. Thank you so much!
Dugutigi _ Great to hear! Now it's time to get caught up on all that laundry!
I want to thank you for taking the time to do this video. I found, and got, the fuse out with ease (mine came out easier than the one in the video). Then replaced it in a jiffy, and am the proud owner of a working dryer again after a year. Again, thank you for doing this video and video series.
You're very welcome! Happy to hear that you're dryer is working again!
Thanks! Even on a much older Whirlpool dryer the layout is exactly the same. I bought this part for about $10 shipped and it took maybe 20 minutes to do the job. I spend another 20 mins doing a through lint clean up with a brush and my shop vac. Last time I paid to have this fuse replaced it was at least $125.00+ and that was 7-8 years ago. Thanks again!
thanks Steve. I just changed my thermal fuse (I purchased a 3 pack through Amazon) and my dryer now works again!
Thank you so much!!! I fixed my dryer all by myself with your video and a replacement kit from Amazon. It cost me 50$ instead of a new dryer or the cost of someone else to repare it.
Repair estimate was $160. Cost of part was $11. I watched this video and saved some money. Thank you!
Elias Arismendez this video is a big help
GREAT VIDEO, My dryer is exactly the same on the back. Tested fuse with my multimeter and it was open. Hard part was getting the fuse! Had to order it on-line as could not find one in any local store (including Lowes, Home Depot, ACE, and Sears appliance store). Did a thorough vacuum and cleanup with the cover off and the hose disconnected. Replace fuse, replace cover, VOILA all working fine again. THANK YOU.
Another thing we should do while replacing the thermal fuse is to clean the vents. Blockages in the vent will increase the temperature and burn out the fuse again. It’s always good practice to clean out the vents.
Hi, I just wanted to say thanks for the video. I watched it and learned how to do this repair. Very happy from an unhandy type guy. Easy and cost me only $6. Thanks.
Thank You Part Select where do we send the check!!! for saving us over 100 dollars because that's what the repairman wanted or maybe we might have given in and bought a new dryer for over 500 hundred dollars without installation and delivery So for the cost of 2.50$ for a part from amazon and then watch this video we did it ourselves, Thank You so much because we just fixed our own dryer and we never fix anything without breaking it even more.
Thank You Chris.P from South Philadelphia
Thank you. What's the trick to removing the wire and clamps from the thermal fuse? You did it easily with just your forefingers. Mine won't budge. Thanks
Thank for the video. Do I need to make sure the two wire are plugged back into the correct spot?
Thank you for this video. Everything went exactly as shown in the video, and a part that cost less than $10 saved me from buying a new dryer. Keep up the great work!
My dryer turns but no heat. do you think it would be the heating element or the thermal thing shown here? I am about to literally panic. thanks please reply if you have time.Desperate mom w laundry piled up
@@fostib3467 HI, I doubt it because this is just a fuse but cannot say as I was in the same boat as you - a desperate Mom with laundry piling up lol. Email PartSelect, they have the pros to assist. Good luck!
Thank you. Yes your correct it was not it was the element. We took it off and some of the coils were broke. 60 dollar part fixed it. Thank you for your pleasant response. (btw the laundry is caught up now) lol. I was worried we would have to dry off with a hair dryer after baths !
I HAVING A PROBLEM WITH MY DRYER IT COMING ON EVERYTHING BUT IT NOT PUSHING ANY HEAT ,COULD IT BE THE THERMAL FUSE OR THE HEATING ELEMENT NEED CHANGING WHAT TESTING COULD I DO ON BOTH PARTS,AND WHAT READING DO I HAVE TO LOOK FOR .....
Thanks for your video! I was able to get my dryer going again for the cost of a $10.95 fuse!
This is an excellent video with great safety alerts. I have a question, if I can. Does it matter which terminal is attached to which part of the thermal fuse?
Yes, if you get it backwards your house will explode. But if you get it correct nothing to worry about. So give it a try.
Thanks for your videos, by the time I’ve done them all I’ll have rebuilt my dyer and it will be new!!! I replaced the door switch but that didn’t solve my problem so now I’m going to try the fuse and after that I don’t know exactly which one of these videos I’ll try. 🤣 The pushbutton switch just doesn’t seem to engage or turn the dryer on so I suspect it could be the fuse. Then I might try the heating elements. Then what’s next? Thanks
I just changed my fuse on a whirlpool dryer( wasn’t the switch or the door sensor) but as soon as I tested it the dryer smells like burnt hair/popcorn... really bad. So I unplugged it. Is my dryer dead?
Hi, Amanda!
Have you had any luck here? To clarify - is it that you can't locate the fuse, or you're finding it physically hard to reach the fuse? Any details you can provide would be helpful! Thanks!
We were able to fix my aunt's dryer with these videos but my question is, where can we get a 1/4" Nut Driver like the one in this video? We went all over the place, Lowe's, Home Depot and a few local stores but couldn't find one like the one in the video.
Most quality hardware stores or auto supply stores do sell these. I use two of these in our videos, one from a local hardware and tool supply store and the other from Snap-on tools.
Harbor freight sells it also home depot does also
Thank you sir, You just save me money $$$$.
Thanks so much for the video. My Whirlpool is not blowing hot air but how do I determine if the fuse is bad or the heating element is bad? I already removed the fuse but the heating element might be above my pay grade..
Thanks for posting this video. Changed the thermal fuse and everything is working again.
Is it possible to put the wire thermal on backwards? Or are they the same ?
Best question
Thank you for the helpful video. My dryer is gas and had to remove the gas line in order to remove the back cover. Dryer was covered in lint. Good time to vacuum and clean the dryer area;)
My thermal fuse doesn't disconnect so easily! Wow! I'm actually triggered by this video because of that.
So how can I unplug my fuse? Can I try forcing it without fear of breaking anything?
Is there a tool I can use? It's connected so tight.
Is this something to replace if the dryer keeps cutting off before the cycle is over?
How do you know which wire terminal is which can you blow the fuse by mixing them up?
Should be the top question
Thank you for the video, I tested the fuse & it was bad, I cleaned out the dryer of dust bunnies, replaced the fuse, I got the part from a appliance repair shop, saved me a $100 service call. Fuse was $15.
Hey Steve I'm a newbie and I love your videos. I replaced the coil pack because one of the coils was broken when I inspected it, and then I replaced the high temp thermostat switch because after I installed the new coils it seemed to get way too hot. The dryer doesn't turn on now and I assume it may be the dryer fuse so I'm gonna put the multimeter on it after work, but do you have any other ideas of why these chain of events occurred and should I check the flow of the lint pipe to check for clogs before I install the fuse?
Hi there! Thanks for the kind words. The high limit thermostat does not prevent the dryer from
getting too hot per se, it is used to prevent the dryer from overheating if the
ventilation is not working properly. Yes, you should check the vent for lint
build up or bird's nests, and this should be done at least once a year. The
dryer will not function properly if you operate it with the front panel removed
during service, and this may have caused the thermal fuse to fail. Hope
this helps, good luck with your repair!
I took the screws off the back of my Whirlpool dryer, and it wouldn't separate. Why? Because the company also spot welded the back on in addition to having the screws. I had to use a reciprocating saw to it. I have worked on other dryers, but none were like this. Naturally the thermal fuse, which was the defective part, was located way under the drum next to the heater. Anything to make the customer take it to some expensive shop of course. My advice would be to look at the back before you purchase a dryer. Make sure it is technician friendly.
I need your help by troubleshooting my mom’s dryer it’s a whirlpool dryer American made it is not hitting that well can you help me troubleshoot that dryer please thank you so much
I believe this is what is wrong with my dryer. Thank you for the video tutorial.
What's that component right below the thermal fuse?
I can hear the timer ticking when I press the start button but it doesn't start. Does this sound like a common presentation for a blown thermal fuse?
Dryer turns on and spins fine. I notice it’s been taking longer and longer to dry stuff and went to check and my towels aren’t dry at all. It’s not heating up.
Would it be this thermal problem or the thing by the heating coils?
My dryer vent is on an interior wall so the lint (what the screen doesn’t catch) has to pass through the hose to the wall, take a 90 degree turn and then blow vertically all the way up and out at the roof. Over time it builds up, so I have to go up into the attic and separate the ridged vent pipe. Using an empty peanut jar, (which is just slightly smaller than the vent pipe) weighted with pennies and with a string attached to the lid, I insert it into the pipe and drop it down the pipe. This knocks the lint buildup down to the 90 degree turn where the dryer hose attaches to the wall. I asked an appliance repair tech what method he used, and he said a leaf blower, but I do not have one.
when i try to start my whirlpool gas dryer, it does not tumble.. i just get a humming sound.. the belt is not broken.. would thay be caused by a thermal fuse?
What size bit was used? Help I bought the part but don’t have the tool
The motor on this model stop working after 10 min. I tried to look for the capacitor “under the hood” but I didn’t find it. Ideas?
How do you know if it is the fuel that needs to be replaced?
Thermal fuse is for what? My Whirlpool dryer is turning on but no heat, will replacing the thermal fuse fix it?
Are all thermal fuses virtually the same... Could you use one from a different model?
Thank you for this video. I was able to fix my own dryer for $5.47. Ordered the part from Amazon
@@sunnydays4966 your house burn down yet?
My whirlpool still runs but the heat decided to stop working, I reset the circuit breaker, but that isn't the case. I took off the back panel to look around but the heating element is wedged too well to get it out for a look over. it's a LHE6900N0. I went looking online and it true to direct me to LHE6900W0. Diagrams call it a box heater instead of the element.
Our information shows the heating element assembly to be part number PS11742505. You should check the heating element and thermostats for continuity with a multi-meter to determine which part or parts is at fault.
Where do I find the thermal fuse for a Maytag Bravos Quiet Series 300 MEDB400VQO on my electric Dryer?
Video is very informational - nice job
Thanks for the kind words! Unfortunately the thermal fuse for that model has been listed as no longer available by the manufacturer. The best advice I can give you is to call the manufacturer and see if they're making a replacement part for that model. I wish I could be more helpful!
I forgot witch wire goes were on fuse dry seems to work either way . how do u double check
my dryer stopped mid-load and now it won't start again, i have an estate dryer and don't know if this is the same layout or if the thermal fuse is even causing the problem. Is there any advice you have?
Mary Driscoll What model number do you have?
Great video. I would have mentioned when removing the terminals from the fuse, to mark them so you know their location when reconnecting.
In this case it makes no difference ...
It’s just an open/closed switch, wire/terminal locations don’t matter.
Thanks for video. I have changed the thermal fuse 2x in the last 4 months. And now a 3rd time. Why is the fuse blowing?
Thanks in advance.
Something is causing it to over heat
I replaced the thermal fuse after my dryer did not start. My dryer started after I replaced the fuse, and I thought all was well. I ran a load of laundry and now the dryer will not start for the second load. Did I get bad fuse or is there another problem.
Thank you for this Great, short, sweet, and to-the-point video. You have saved me time and $$$.
Hi sir, my mother hired a handyman to fix her dryer, because there wasn't heat, the dryer ran but with cool air, he changed some pieces and now is working again, full heat but the auto sense isn't working. Timed is working fine but auto sense even after 45 min doesn't move an inch. I don't wanna call the same guy again, can you sugest what is wrong and how can I fix it? Thanks in advance and I really enjoy learn from your channel. It's a Roper Drye Rm54.
This is awesome! Saved me a few hundo and having to replace my brand new dryer.
I have a question. My model number is CEDS563SQ0. My dryer was working yesterday ,but today it doesn't cut on. Electricity flows to it so I don't think it's the outlet. I never had a problem with it before. Does it sound like it needs a new thermal fuse?
I have a WED5600 dryer and I cannot figure out how to remove the back. There are screws but its seams are painted over and when I try to remove the back it just sits solid. Tried breaking the seal of the paint on the seam but it doesn't seem that is the only thing holding it in place.
Steve, Thank you for your videos, it's been very very helpful. My problem on my Whirlpool LER4634PQ0 is that when I press the start button, the dryer drum turns but when I let go of the start button it stops. Then after two more times of doing it, I smell a burning something, then it the drum stops turning. After unplugging it and resting for an hour, I tried it again and the same thing happens where it actually turns, but then smells like something is burning. Any thoughts? I have my dryer apart to change the Thermal fuse, but waiting for the store to open to buy a ohm meter.
Hi Shelly! Thanks for getting in touch, and for the kind words. It sounds like the run winding on the drive motor is open or the start switch on the motor is defective. Normally the motor will start on the start winding and then the motor switch will shift to the run winding. If, as in your case, the run winding does not energize, holding the start switch will keep the motor running on the start winding which will cause it to overheat and emit a burning smell. An internal thermal overload will shut the motor down until it has time to reset. Classic symptom of a defective motor. Hope this helps!
Thank you very much for showing how to replace the 'thermal fuse'. . I saved me some $$$$$,
My whirlpool electric dryer has the common two wire connection like the one in video. One wire has printing on it the other is plain. I'm so blind I didn't notice the difference between the two. There's only a few combinations one can reattach the wires to the fuse prongs. I've tried every which way to place them and still no heat.
Even tried both new thermal fuses thinking one might of been a fluke. Was really hoping.
On to the next reason it's not heating. The upside is there was not continous readings on the tester regarding the old thermal fuse. (So I have an extra one for spare parts).
This is not the first time working on a dryer or any other appliance for that matter. I guess my next step is to replace one or both high limit thermostats.
Dryer runs and cycles so pray that it's not an electric board or the heating element itself.
What about a gas dryer...?...anything to different if its a gas dryer...?...thanks...
I have a Whirlpool dryer that's only 14 months old. Recently, it started making a buzzing sound after it's been running for about 10-15 minutes. I think it's the buzzer alarm that's supposed to signal the dryer is done, even though I have the buzzer alarm set to "off." I have tried turning the alarm to "on" and back to off, but the problem persists. Any suggestions?
I need to make sure I understand. a bad thermal fuse will not allow anything to work including drum light? And a bad thermal cutoff will allow the drum to turn but will allow no heat as I see in a video from another source ( the applianceman )
Our dryer is a kitchen aid model # kghs01pmt0. it stopped heating today. everything else seems to be working fine. how do we know if it is the thermal fuse that went bad? and is the thermal fuse also located in the back for this model? thanks Melissa
We replaced the thermal fuse on our Maytag Centennial dryer. We dried two loads of laundry and it quit working again. Do you have any ideas on what we should do now?
Should anything else be replaced during this repair? I had a thermal fuse go yesterday. I replaced the fuse, cleaned out the dryer and left tube detached for good measure. I was able to run 1 load of towels before fuse blew again.
Take the duct cover off and verify that the blower wheel is not damaged and is securely attached to the motor shaft. The next suspect would be the cycling thermostat next to the thermal fuse on the blower housing.
I verified the blower wheel was able to move. I will look into the thermostat. Thanks
The motor and drum of my Amana Dryer 7929 run when the start button is pushed. However, the timer does not move and there is no heat produced to dry the clothes. May I know what the problem is and a possible solution please?
Don Coleone This model number is incomplete which makes it difficult to narrow down the possibilities. If you are using an “Auto-Dry” cycle that may explain the timer advance issue, as heat is required to activate the thermostat controlling the timer motor. You may have a defective heating element, cycling or high limit thermostat or defective timer or motor contact that is creating the no heat issue. Have you verified that you have the proper voltage at the electrical outlet?
***** The model number is NED5240TQ0. This number may also help: DWJR-ELE-2406026-FM54.
Thanks.
Hi Steve/PartSelect:
My dryer model number is Frigidaire FSEC446RHS0. The dryer is rotating just fine but the clothes are not drying as I inspected the exhaust air is just ambient cool and hot air!
I doubt if the dryer thermal fuse or the heating element has gone bad but I am not sure which one exactly and how should I approach this situation in solving this issue..??
PLEASE HELP!
Thanks in adavance..
Hi Steve. I have a whirlpool dyer spin but no heat. So I changed the thermostat by the blower motor. I notice that the old thermostat is a 120v and the new one that I got is 240v does it matter? Pls help
My dryer knob quit advancing and no heat. Could this be a thermal fuse? Its a older whirlpool estate dryer.
Thank you so much. Could not have done this without you.
Would this be for GAS dryer also?
ARG! Vid made it look easy... 'til I got behind our dryer, looks NOTHING like the model you used. We have a Kenmore 96590140. It stopped producing heat the other day and I'm trying to get to the fuse...
Hi Steve. My dryer won't turn on. I checked the push to start switch with a multi meter and it seems to be working. What are the odds then of it being the thermal fuse? Thanks
Hi Rob, good on you for getting started. There are indeed other causes for a dryer not turning on and one of them is the thermal fuse, as you mentioned. Head on over to our repair page for some of the other causes, including a defective door switch, drive motor, main control board, timer, and terminal block. www.partselect.com/Repair/Dryer/Will-Not-Start/ You will also find links with instructions on how to test these elements and hopefully isolate where your problem is. Good luck and happy repairing!
This video really helped me to switch out the fuse on my dryer! Thank you so much!
Any idea how to remove the wires if they are stubborn? Trying not to cause any damage getting them to force off.
Just did mine. I put on a glove and pulled more forcefully.
I think you just saved me hundreds of $$. Thank you for this.
I have a whirlpool dryer model number LE7080xtw1. The dryer will run on the 10 timed cycle with heat and the cool settings only. Any ideas what would be the problem?
Thank you for your help
Thanks man! I'm going to try this on mine right now because my wife did about ten loads without cleaning out the lent catcher...
What is the difference between the thermal fuse and the high-limit thermal fuse?
Thank you! Replacing this fuse did not resolve the problem, .what is the next likely part being replaced?
Rachel H if the dryer runs but doesn’t heat, it could also be the hot plate igniter, the temperature sensor, or more rarely the gas valve. If the dryer doesn’t run at all it could be the door switch, or the motor is bad. Don’t forget to plug in a lamp and make sure the outlet has power.
I heard an electrical pop while trying to put the safety cover over the power cord wires, now it wont start do u think this is a fuse issue???
+Jameson Frogge You may have shorted the cover to a wire on the terminal block. This would cause a fuse or circuit breaker in your electrical panel to open. Unplug the dryer and check the cover for signs of an electrical arc and reposition the wire terminals if necessary. Make sure the terminal screws are tight. Replace any blown fuse or reset the breaker in the electrical panel and remember to always leave the appliance unplugged until your repairs are complete.
How to you figure out the thermal fuse must be changed?
You're very welcome! Happy to hear that.
Sorry for the stupid question, but my dryer's model number is Wed5700vw0 I don't know the name of it. Will this method and part fix it?
It won't cut on, as in start. It's almost like it's not even plugged into the wall socket. I solved the problem some time ago but thank you.
Hi Steve/PartSelect,
I would appreciate to if you can help me find the faulty fuse or the problem causing no heat in my dryer for my particular dryer model.
Yes, The drum rotates fine and there's only cool air coming out from the exhaust..!
Thank you for this video, was able to replace and get my dryer back up and running.
runs but not putting out heat.... it took longer and longer to dry stuff. Took two cycles now no heat at all....
Great videos -
Looking for assistance to a Whirlpool dryer (only 2.6 yrs old) - GRQ9800LW1 -
Will come on but no heat and unable to remove back. Any suggestions? Thank you
Hi crystalcherry100! Thanks for the question. You should be able to access the heater components by removing the lower access panel on the front. Use a stiff putty knife to release the spring clips then pull the top of the panel forward and lift off from the base. You can use the procedure outlined here to help: www.partselect.ca/Models/GEQ9800LW1/Parts/PS344597-Whirlpool-3387747-Heating-Element-240V-5200W.htm?SourceCode=20&SearchTerm=&fSearchTerm=BULKHEAD-PARTS&ModelID=637403&ModelNum=GEQ9800LW1&mfgModelNum=&ManufactureID=3&Selected=JRDASI67&Position=1&mfg=Whirlpool&Type=&Mark=1 Hope this helps!
Ok - we tested it before replacing it by bypassing it and checking it for continuity using a tester. We can do this again with the new part but I wanted to know where else we should be looking as this is a repeat shut down. The heater works fine. It just stopped working again - nothing happens when you press the start switch.
No continuity check on the thermal fuse before replacing??
Thx for the vid, saved me lotta cashola, easy $5 fix, took 20mins.
My GE Dryer I think is overheating. I replaced the drum support bearing and the drum rear bearing but it still scrubs and it's almost like I can see fire firm the back of the drum like it's overheating. What else could it be?
My dryer doesn't open on the back... or bottom... Looks like I have to deconstruct the entire enclosure to get to the fuse.
Hi I have a whirlpool condenser dryer it was working fine now it won't even power on its not that old I've changed fuse moved it to another plug socket in kitchen etc don't know what else to try
+Kerry b What is your model number?