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Upgraded 279838-Dryer-Heating-Element-W10724237 fit for Whirlpool Kenmore 70 80 Series Cabrio Roper Maytag Amana Admiral Roper Dryer Heating
- 【COMPATIBLE MODELS】: 279838 Dryer Heating Element Parts Compatible with Whirlpool heating element WED4815EW1 WED4800XQ0 WED4800BQ1 WED5300SQ0 MEDX655DW1 MEDC465HW0 ,Maytag heating element NED4655EW1,MEDC465HW0,MED7230...
- 【PACKAGE INCLUDED】: 1*279838 Dryer Heating Element, 1*3392519 dryer thermal fuse,1*3387134 Dryer High-limit Thermostat,1*3977767 Dryer Thermostat, 1 * 3977393 thermal fuse, 1*jumper wires, and new female spade termina...
- 【COMPATIBLE MODELS】Heating Element fit for Whirlpool Dryer: Dryer heating element 279838 fit for Whirlpool Cabrio WED4815EW1 WED49STBW1 LER5636EQ3 WED5540SQ0 WED4815EW0 WED5200VQ0 WED5600ST0 WED5700VH0 WED5200TQ0 WED4...
- 【COMPATIBLE MODELS】Heating Element fit for Roper Dryer: W10724237 fit for Roper dryer heating element RES7745RQ0 REX4635EQ2 REX5634KQ1 REX3514RQ0 RES7646KQ1 REX2614LQ0 REX3615EW1 REX4625EW2 REX4635EQ0 REX5635EW1 REX66...
- 【REPLACES PART】: 279838 Dryer Heating Element Replace Part Number is: 3398064 8565582 279838VP W10724237 4531017 EAP334313 3403585 W10724237 AP3094254.3392519 Thermal Fuse Replace Part Number is: 3388651 G4AP0500 6945...
What the 279838G7 does
The heating element generates heat inside the dryer drum, which is essential for drying clothes. Air passes over the heated element, then circulates through the drum to evaporate moisture.
Symptoms when this part fails
- Dryer runs but produces no heat
- Clothes take too long to dry
- Dryer trips circuit breaker
- Burning smell from dryer
- Drum spins but clothes remain wet
Compatibility
Fits the Kenmore family. Specifically:
- Any unit originally equipped with OEM part number(s): 279838G7.
- Check the model/rating plate inside your appliance and compare it against the fitment table on the product listing before ordering — this guide does not list specific compatible models because Amazon does not provide verified fitment data through this pipeline.
Tools you'll need
- Screwdriver set (Phillips and flathead)
- Nut driver set
- Pliers
- Multimeter
- Work gloves
Difficulty: Moderate · Time: 60-90 minutes
How to install the 279838G7, step by step
- Unplug the dryer from its power source.
- Disconnect the dryer vent hose from the wall and dryer.
- Remove the rear access panel or front panel, depending on your dryer model.
- Locate the heating element housing and disconnect all electrical wires.
- Remove mounting screws and carefully extract the old heating element assembly.
- Install the new heating element, ensuring it is securely mounted and wired correctly.
- Reassemble the dryer panels and reconnect the vent hose.
- Plug in the dryer and test for proper heating and operation.
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