How To Replace Whirlpool Dryer
Heating Element 279838
1.
First, before working on the dryer, you need to unplug the power and
remove the exhaust vent from the dryer.
2.
Next, Remove the back panel of the dryer. First, you need to remove the nine
1/4
″
screws on the top. Then tilt the panel back and lift it to remove it.
3.
Now remove the wires to the heating element and high-limit thermostat. Some
dryers may have up to five wires, so note the orientation of each wire. The high-
limit thermostat is attached to the heating element's left side. Newer dryers will
use a push-on style high-limit thermostat(part number 3977767), and older
dryers will use a thermostat that is attached with one or two 1/4″ screws(part
number 3390291).
4.
Remove the two 1/4″ mounting screws on the left and right sides.
5.
With the two mounting screws removed, pull back on the bottom of the
element and then slide it down to remove it from the dryer.
6.
Remove
the high-limit thermostat from the old heating element. Install
the new high-limit thermostat to the new heating element.
7.
Reinstall everything in reverse order. Check your dryer vent and
blower wheel for any vent restrictions. This is the leading cause of heating
elements burning out very soon.
Dryer Troubleshooting Tips
My Dryer Still Doesn’t Heat
There are many reasons why dryers don’t heat. The heating element is just one of the
causes. Another common reason is that the thermal fuse is blown. Please note electric
dryers require 220-240 volts to work properly.
Dryer Heating Element Testing
How To Test The 279838 Heating Element
To test your heating element, you will need to first remove the heating element from the
dryer (follow the above instructions to remove the element). Then do a visual inspection
of the element. Most of the time, you will be able to see a break in the heating coil.
Sometimes it even helps to grab each section of the coil and wiggle it to ensure there isn’t
a break. If you can’t see a break in the coil, you will need an Ohm meter or Multi-Meter
to test the heating element.Place one probe on each terminal of the heating element.
You should get a reading of approximately 9-10 ohms on a good element. If you get no
resistance, the element is broken and needs to be replaced.
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