This cycling thermostat regulates exhaust temperature by switching the heater on and off to maintain proper drying heat. Replacing a failed thermostat restores consistent temperatures, helps auto-dry timing, and protects against fabric-damaging overheating.
- Controls the heating circuit to maintain target drying temperatures
- Provides temperature feedback for accurate auto-dry operation
- Common symptoms: long dry times, very hot drum/cabinet or scorching odors, auto-dry not advancing correctly, or no heat if the thermostat fails open
- Typically mounted on the blower housing to sense exhaust air temperature
Includes: 1 cycling thermostat. Install notes:
- Disconnect power; for gas dryers, also shut off the gas supply
- Access the thermostat (commonly on the blower housing); remove the necessary panel(s)
- Transfer wires one at a time to the new thermostat and mount it flat against the housing
- Reassemble, verify clear venting/airflow, and run a test cycle
Do-It-Yourself Stories from Customers like You
Heat was too high Douglas S. • Mesa , AZ • May 17, 2015
I went ahead and ordered the element, and the 2 different thermostats not knowing exactly which one might be the problem. My My Maytag opens from the front and it was actually pretty easy to get into. Also gave me the opportunity to vacuum out the inside of the dryer. Pop the top off, remove the wires that connect the door switch (noting the colors and placement), take off the 2 inside nuts that hols the fron on, pull it forward and lift it off, 3 inside screws to take out to inside lint part...
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