WHIRLPOOL DRYER WED4815EW TAKES TOO LONG TO DRY General Troubleshooting
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Dryer Cycling Thermostat
This part regulates the operating temperature by cycling the heat on and off. If it is out of calibration or failing, it will shut the heating element off before the drum reaches the optimal 150-155 degrees Fahrenheit, significantly extending the time needed to evaporate moisture from the load.
SKU: WP3387134
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5%
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Thermal Cut-Off Kit
This kit contains the high-limit thermostat and thermal fuse. If the high-limit thermostat has been stressed by restricted airflow, it may 'drift' and begin tripping at lower temperatures than the cycling thermostat, causing the heater to cut out prematurely and extending dry times.
SKU: 279816
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4%
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Dryer Heating Element
In electric Whirlpool models, the element can sometimes break and ground itself against the heater housing. This results in a 'partial' heat condition where the element remains on at a lower wattage, providing enough heat to eventually dry clothes but not enough to cycle the thermostat and advance the timer quickly.
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DIY Repair Guide
Watch exactly how to replace the Dryer Cycling Thermostat.
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