Directions for Replacing One-Time Thermal Fuses in Whirlpool Dryers

To help protect your dryer and home from the dangers of an overheating appliance, your Whirlpool dryer is equipped with a thermal fuse. This fuse will open if the dryer exceeds its maximum safe operating temperature. If you try to turn your dryer on and nothing happens, a blown thermal fuse may be the culprit. The thermal fuse is not hard to get to, and changing it yourself is a lot cheaper than calling a repairman.

Nut driver

Instructions

- 1
  Unplug the Whirlpool dryer from the receptacle. Shut of the gas supply, if the dryer uses gas.
- 2
  Open the door of the dryer and pull out the lint screen. Close the door.
- 3
  Unscrew the two hex-head screws that fasten the lower front panel to the Whirlpool dryer with a nut driver. Slide the panel down, and pull it away from the dryer to remove it.
- 4
  Remove the bracket and screw from the bottom of the lint duct. Remove the two screws from the top of the lint duct to remove the duct. Pull the duct out of the dryer, and set it aside.
- 5
  Locate the thermal fuse to the left of the thermistor. Pull the two wires off the terminals on top of the thermal fuse. Remove the screws holding the fuse to the exhaust duct, and pull the fuse out of the duct.
- 6
  Insert a new fuse in the duct, and install the screws securely. Connect the two wires to the fuse terminals. Place the lint duct in position. Insert and tighten the two screws in the top of the duct. Place the bracket on the bottom of the duct and secure it using the screw.
- 7
  Place the panel on the front of the dryer and fasten it in place with the two screws. Open the door of the dryer and install the lint screen.

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