WP8544771 Heating Element Kit 279816 Thermal Cut-Off 279973 3392519 Thermal Fuse for Kenmore Whirlpool

8544771 Dryer Heating Element, 279816 Thermal Cut-Off, 279973 3392519 Dryer Thermal Fuse

Key Features

• Complete component kit for addressing common dryer heating problems.
• Kit Includes:
  • 1 x 8544771 Heating Element
  • 1 x 279816 Thermostat and Thermal Cut-Off Kit
  • 1 x 279973 Thermal Fuse
  • 2 x 3392519 Thermal Fuses
• Heating Element Specifications: 5400 Watts, 240 Volts, 5/16-inch male terminals.
• Components are manufactured to meet or exceed original equipment specifications.

Replaces / Cross-Reference Part Numbers

• Heating Element (8544771): WP8544771, 8544771R, W10836011, AP6013115, PS11746337.
• Thermostat Kit (279816): 3399848, 279816VP, AP3094244, PS334299.
• Thermal Fuse (279973): 3391913, 8318314, 279973VP, AP3094323, PS334387.
• Thermal Fuse (3392519): 3392519VP, 694511, AP6008325, PS11741460.

Compatibility & Fitment

• Designed for use with numerous 29-inch electric dryers from major brands including Whirlpool, Kenmore, Maytag, Amana, Roper, Estate, and KitchenAid.
• To ensure correct fitment, verify the part numbers listed on your original components before ordering.

When to Replace

• Dryer is running but not producing any heat.
• Drying cycles take significantly longer than normal.
• Appliance overheats and shuts off prematurely.
• Dryer will not start or turn on.

Installation Tips

• Always disconnect the dryer from its electrical power source before beginning any service.
• It is recommended to replace all thermal fuses and the high-limit thermostat when installing a new heating element.
• Thoroughly clean lint from the dryer's housing and exhaust vent ducting to prevent future overheating and component failure.
• Refer to your dryer's service manual for model-specific disassembly and repair instructions.