279838 Dryer Heating Element 3977767 3392519 Thermal Fuse Repair Kit for Whirlpool Kenmore Dryers

279838 Dryer Heating Element 3977767 3392519 Thermal Fuse

Key Features

• Kit includes one 279838 heating element, one 3392519 thermal fuse, and one 3977767 high-limit thermostat.
• Heating Element: Rated at 5400 Watts and 240 Volts. Features a high-content nickel-chromium heating coil.
• Thermal Fuse: A safety device that cuts power to the motor circuit if the dryer overheats.
• High-Limit Thermostat: Monitors dryer temperature and shuts off the heating element to prevent overheating.

Replaces / Cross-Reference Part Numbers

• Heating Element (279838): 3403585, 8565582, AP3094254, PS3343130.
• Thermal Fuse (3392519): 3388651, 694511, 80005, ET401, WP3392519VP.
• High-Limit Thermostat (3977767): 3399693, WP3977767, 898078, AP6009043.

Compatibility & Fitment

• Designed for use in a wide variety of electric clothes dryers.
• Directly fits models from brands including Whirlpool, Kenmore, Maytag, Roper, Amana, and Crosley.
• Confirm compatibility by checking your appliance model number against the listed part numbers.

When to Replace

• Dryer tumbles but does not produce heat.
• Clothes take significantly longer than usual to dry.
• Dryer overheats and shuts down during a cycle.
• Dryer will not start (often caused by a blown thermal fuse).

Installation Tips

• Disconnect the dryer from the electrical outlet before starting the repair.
• Use a multimeter to test for continuity on existing components to identify the point of failure.
• Take a picture of the wiring arrangement before disconnecting the old parts for reference.
• After installation, clean the dryer's lint screen and exhaust vent ducting to ensure proper airflow and prevent future overheating.