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Dryer Repair- Replacing the Heating Element (Whirlpool Part #279838)

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Uploaded by on Mar 16, 2011

http://www.partselect.com/PS334313-Whirlpool-279838-Heating-Element-5600-Watt... Click here for more information on this part, installation instructions and more.

This particular Heating Element is specific to Whirlpool manufactured brands including Admiral, Estate, Inglis, Kenmore, KitchenAid, Roper, Maytag, Crosley, Jenn-Air, Hardwick, Magic Chef, Amana, Glenwood, and Caloric. To find a Heating Element specific to your model, visit http://www.PartSelect.com

If your dryer is having any of these symptoms, then replacing the Heating Element could solve your appliance problem.
1) Dryer takes forever to dry clothes
2) No heat in dryer but it still spins

PartSelect Part Number: PS334313
Whirlpool OEM Part Number: 279838

Tools used for this repair/replacement:
1) 1/4" Nut Driver
2) Pair of Needle Nose Pliers

Get model-specific repair help from PartSelect.com. Learn how to troubleshoot, diagnose and repair your appliance with user-generated installation instructions, hundreds of step-by-step repair videos, and our Virtual Repairman™. If you've got an appliance problem, we can help. http://www.partselect.com/Virtual-Repairman.htm

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  • @AutomaticImprov What's your dryer's model number? I need that so I can provide you with accurate information. I have an idea of what the part is but I need the model number to confirm it. I'll also email you as well.

  • @TheGreen1978 - You're welcome! Glad the video was helpful. It's a great feeling completing your own appliance repair isn't it?

  • @MrBazzzzinga We’re here to help. We have a troubleshooting video about why the dryer won’t heat that I have sent you (can't post it here) You can also visit our website PartSelect . com and enter your dryer’s model number in our Instant Repairman search bar. It will help you diagnose your issue and with your repair by reading about our customer's experiences, tips and suggestions. I have your dryer’s model number so please ask us any questions.I've also emailed you this information.

  • @pcola5625 - You're welcome! Glad you liked the video!

  • @2LateIWon - We have a trouble shooting video about why the dryer won't heat that should you diagnose your dryer issue. I will send you the video's link as Youtube won't allow us to post the link here. Let us know if you have any other questions.

  • @jagergirl007 - Excellent! Glad to hear the repair went well. Thanks for the update!

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  • My dryers layout looks very much like this model but the angled assembly that holds the heating element is one solid piece. It does not have the lower half that removes nicely. The entire angled assembly seems to be firmly attached to the dryer frame with no screws in evidence. Any idea what this is and how I tackle it?

  • Thanks sooo much. This video was a BIG help..You saved me the repair man costs.

    Once again Thanks.

  • I hope I can fix my Whirlpool Dryer Model LER6620PQ0. Which is working and spinning clothes but not drying no heat at all.

  • Awesome video. Why pay $75 per hour for a certified professional when this video breaks it down quite simply. Thx!

  • Hiw do you tell if it's this or something else? Every thing works on ours except the heat (and i think the timer thing isn't counting down either) I has resistance in the element of like 10 ohms which seems pretty high. I think that way it isn't working to much resistance

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