{"product_id":"279838-dryer-heating-element-3977767-3392519-thermal-fuse","title":"279838 Dryer Heating Element 3977767 3392519 Thermal Fuse Repair Kit for Whirlpool Kenmore Dryers","description":"\u003ch2\u003e279838 Dryer Heating Element 3977767 3392519 Thermal Fuse\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKit includes one 279838 heating element, one 3392519 thermal fuse, and one 3977767 high-limit thermostat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeating Element: Rated at 5400 Watts and 240 Volts. Features a high-content nickel-chromium heating coil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThermal Fuse: A safety device that cuts power to the motor circuit if the dryer overheats.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-Limit Thermostat: Monitors dryer temperature and shuts off the heating element to prevent overheating.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReplaces \/ Cross-Reference Part Numbers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeating Element (279838):\u003c\/strong\u003e 3403585, 8565582, AP3094254, PS3343130.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThermal Fuse (3392519):\u003c\/strong\u003e 3388651, 694511, 80005, ET401, WP3392519VP.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Limit Thermostat (3977767):\u003c\/strong\u003e 3399693, WP3977767, 898078, AP6009043.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility \u0026amp; Fitment\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for use in a wide variety of electric clothes dryers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirectly fits models from brands including Whirlpool, Kenmore, Maytag, Roper, Amana, and Crosley.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfirm compatibility by checking your appliance model number against the listed part numbers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhen to Replace\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDryer tumbles but does not produce heat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClothes take significantly longer than usual to dry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDryer overheats and shuts down during a cycle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDryer will not start (often caused by a blown thermal fuse).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisconnect the dryer from the electrical outlet before starting the repair.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse a multimeter to test for continuity on existing components to identify the point of failure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTake a picture of the wiring arrangement before disconnecting the old parts for reference.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfter installation, clean the dryer's lint screen and exhaust vent ducting to ensure proper airflow and prevent future overheating.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"BlueStarsParts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45367438901437,"sku":"AZ00351220","price":37.67,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2576\/7548\/files\/AZ00983066_1_44141d58-10fd-44d0-9a76-7aff0da988d9.jpg?v=1762246736","url":"https:\/\/bluestarspartstrend.com\/products\/279838-dryer-heating-element-3977767-3392519-thermal-fuse","provider":"BlueStars Parts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}