Whirlpool Cabrio Dryer Heating Element Replacement and Whirlpool Cabrio Dryer Troubleshooting

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Many newer-style dryers from Whirlpool (who also makes them for Maytag, Kenmore, and possibly Amana too) disassemble much differently than their older style console-top dryers. If the unit does not heat, taking them apart isn't too terrible to do, but there are a few things you want to look out for on this style dryer to troubleshoot to see what's going on.
One of the MOST IMPORTANT things you can do when troubleshooting is buying a decent multimeter - even the cheapest one out there will tell you if the part works or not (but a good one makes it more accurate and easier).
For parts on this style dryer, the "Clamshell-Style" heating element is actually, secretly, a Samsung element which may be cheaper. I usually buy these to replace them as they are cheaper: amzn.to/3y5RPXA
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Video Timeline
Intro: (0:00)
Multimeter Test for Voltage: (1:43)
Removing Top to Access Control Board: (2:45)
How to Open the Cabrio Dryer: (6:35)
Heater Components & Inside Dryer: (10:15)
Thermistor Testing & Value Chart: (12:30)
Dryer Heats But Doesn't Dry Clothes - Cleaning Blower Housing: (15:25)
Testing Heating Element and Sensors: (16:25)
How to Remove Heating Element: (22:05)
Other Things to Test if This Video Didn't Help: (25:59)
Putting Dryer Back Together: (27:14)
Outro Discussion: (28:42)

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@sboy1955 Жыл бұрын

Thanks Ben, after thoroughly cleaning the exhaust vents inside and under the house (no help), I was all ready to order and swap all the parts out on my 8 yr old Cabrio but when I took the front off I was shocked to see all the huge gobs of lint clods that had grown on inside the plenum intake (other side of the lint screen). So after a thorough cleaning of that area I decided to put the dryer back together and see if that might have been the problem!? And YEP, that was it. The heating coils started working again and the check vent light never came back on. My wife says I am the man! But really Ben is the man!

@JohnSmith-ld1pw 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video. It makes me want to throttle the design engineers at Whirlpool. The Whirlpool I just replaced was over 25 years old. To gain access to the heating element I just had to remove 8 or so screws on the back panel. I then had access to the entire heating system to check/replace the components. Now you have to practically disassemble the whole machine! Remove the whole drum just to check the thermostat or heating element? What BS. Talk about a giant step backwards.

@polyhistorphilomath Жыл бұрын

Amen

@joneseyy21 Жыл бұрын

They simply don’t make things anymore easy to work on, they actually want to make it harder. Considering repair technician fees for the time it takes and parts pricing makes the person with a broken unit contemplate just getting a new one instead which is what manufacturers want. They don’t want you to have a dryer that lasts forever and easy to fix. Just like the ancient vacuums that don’t break, the old fridges that work like the day they were new. They all caught on that they can make more money by making products that fail over time and even more money if you make them difficult to fix.

@staceygordon6540 Жыл бұрын

This video just saved me $200-$300! You did such an amazing job going step by step and I was able to install a new heating element all by myself! Thank you so much for taking the time to do such a detailed, informative video! Very well done and very much appreciated!

@1967wjsmith 3 жыл бұрын

Simply the best how to video I have ever come across on KZfaq. Very easy to follow steps with nothing left out. I followed to the letter and found my issue to be the heating element had packed up. $40 fix. If all videos on KZfaq were this well put together we’d have no need for tradesmen. Thank you so much!!

@bensappliancesandjunk 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@jaysonhansen5647 3 ай бұрын

Fully agree!! This saved me a lot of money and time trying to figure it out on my own.

@MsLee7878 3 жыл бұрын

By the way forgot to mention when looking for the replacement element....be careful they will charge up to $200.00 for the part. I found what I needed on Amazon $30.00 came overnight! Exact one! Saved me a ton of money with this video. Thank you again.

@rogerbec5766 2 ай бұрын

After entering my Whirlpool model number in APPros website, they show a stackable dryer and not the Cabrio model. Your video depicts the exact model (Cabrio) I have so I'm glad I found you. Wish I had the OEM part numbers out though. Great video Ben.

@joshua627 Жыл бұрын

I was still overwhelmed when I started by repairs - thanks for giving me the confidence to persevere! I had an F31 error but it wasn't voltage, it was the heating element. This video was a real gift. Thanks for taking the time to make it!

@monicaprescher3852 4 ай бұрын

Thank you for posting your comment. I’m getting F31 error code yet that code I don’t see it listed on the paper.

@AmirBendayan 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for posting this video. It was a lifesaver yesterday. Been having issues with the dryer leaving clothes wet and the "Check Vent" light on for a long time. Thought I had cleared all of the lint until I dismantled the front of the unit like you showed and found gobs of lint everywhere. Cleared it all out and afterwards the machine dried nicely, ran more quietly, stayed cooler all while the "Check Vent" light remaining off. Much appreciated!!!

@johnr.timmers2297 Ай бұрын

Just pulled the old dryer apart, came back to the computer to continue research before cleaning it up and replacing the heating element. THANK YOU. Gonna grab a multimeter and make sure I know what's wrong

@bryankinsey2489 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks to this video, I was able to conquer a job I could not have done on my own. My dryer is exactly like the one in the video, and its heating element is not the simplest to replace. I had erroneously assumed the element would be accessible from the back of the dryer, so I started there and quickly realized I didn't know where to find the element. A quick Google search, and I was watching this video. Watched a little ... paused ... did the steps on my dryer ... returned to video, then repeated those steps until I was done. It was awesome to be able to definitively diagnose my bad element with a multimeter before actually installing the new one. I knew I had corrected the problem before I ever put it back together and had confidence it would produce heat when called upon to do so. I really appreciate the assistance that allowed me to do this myself and save probably hundreds of dollars. Thank you!

@user-ji5kx3ed9l 8 ай бұрын

Thanks for the video. I almost went ahead with getting a new heating element, but went back and followed checking each part and found that it was the heating cutoff switch, spent $25 and have heat again.

@chanelone6463 Жыл бұрын

Dude knows his shiat! Thanks. Saved me $600.00. I didnt have to replace whole dryer but just the thermostat! Your a damn genius!

@scottmccoy4129 2 жыл бұрын

THANK YOU!!! This video was absolutely perfect ! 👍 It happened to be my exact model, so after watching it I was able to attack the trouble shooting like a pro. Element didn’t have continuity, removed it, and sure enough it had a break in the coil. You saved me a bunch of money and hassle. Great work, keep the informative videos coming!

@byranwilliams2164 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for helping guys like me have the confidence to attempt appliance repairs. You've been a blessing to my family and I! 🙏🙂

@josephshredl9355 11 ай бұрын

Thanks for the great video. Everything went so smooth thanks to you. Ended up being shorted wire on heating element (you can see where it shorted on the housing before it melted). I still checked all the electronics with the multimeter and they were fine. What a great instructor, keep up the good work!

@MsLee7878 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for an easy to follow instructions to repair my Whirlpool Cabrio Dryer! You made things so easy, step by step. I knew I had to replace the heating element, but your video gave me so much more to check in case it was other items! Very much appreciated!

@mrx5574 Жыл бұрын

A great video, each step truly helped. I got it apart and back together. I cleaned it out, checked the belts, and setting of drum. I hope this has stopped the loud screaming sound it made yesterday.

@user-zp1oz6ie3x 9 ай бұрын

Thanks! Absolutely the best DIY instructional video I ever watched. It helped that you were troubleshooting my exact model dryer! Very lucky to find both you and my dryer in the same video. Thanks again, it was the cut-out sensor that went bad, but it also needed loads of cleaning that can only be done effectively by breaking the unit down. Now running like a brand new dryer.

@stevenbell12 Жыл бұрын

One of the most methodical, incremental videos I've seen. Thank you!

@michaelbattle7477 3 жыл бұрын

Your instructional video was spot on. I replace the element and one of the sensors for about $200.00. The maintenance also gave me the opportunity to clean the unit and vent hose! Thank you!

@bensappliancesandjunk 3 жыл бұрын

Nice! I am so glad it helped you!

@garypennington539 3 жыл бұрын

The most informative video I've seen. Glad I found it, I followed it exactly and was able to find the problem and repair it. Great video

@bradberke7409 3 жыл бұрын

I agree. Perfect video. Fixed my dryer quickly and for $21! Thank you.

@bighaus224 Жыл бұрын

1 year later. Still amazing video. So clear, precise, not too fast, not too slow.

@lancefulmer8153 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the informative video. I live in a rural area where they charge me $85 just to come out. With your help I was able to find the problem and fix it for a $35 part and a few hours on my porch.

@johntroy3802 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this in depth review- I was able to troubleshoot and diagnose down to a broken heating element - new parts on their way as we speak -$19.99 all in!

@averyjankowski1469 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much, you saved me from buying a new dryer and taught me more than I would've ever known about dryers. You're awesome!

@cynthiafarrow1495 Жыл бұрын

I want to thank you so much for making this video. I took my Maytag dryer apart and was able to test and replace the heating element. I love putting things together but never taking it apart and resembling. Again, great job on this video.

@taurinoroman3052 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for you help with the video I did exactly you show and only spend 20 dollars for fix my dryer The problem was the thermal fuse God bless you today and forever🙏

@bikerdude325 2 жыл бұрын

Fantastic video! Helped me fix my dryer when the heating element failed. I'm not very mechanically inclined but this video is a great walk through. Thank you so much!

@jamesbrown-no6ej Жыл бұрын

I never comment, but I need to this time. THANK YOU. Started fixing the dryer on my own and got stuck, was able to skip around to the part I needed. Dryer is up and running again. Thanks!

@christian_7500 Жыл бұрын

Great guide! I decided to test my electrical first. I I was unable to test for 240v with my analog meter, so I used a digital one and found the outlet is working appropriately. I changed out the breakers though as they didn’t have the connector to switch off both breakers at the same time (maybe I could’ve bought the connector in hindsight?) I followed the whole guide in order. The thermistor wouldn’t read at all with my digital but it did with the analog reader. Ultimately, I found the heating element was bad, but also found that the idle pulley tension arm plus the belt needed to be replaced. It all took my about half a day and $80 in parts and cleaned out all the lent. The belt is awkward to get on like the video shows. When I turned it back on there was a slight burnt smell for about 5 min, seemed to be just from cleaning. Working again! It’s weird that my washing machine completely gave out about 2 weeks ago and now this.. I decided to get a new speed queen Tc5000 - not disappointed

@jpitt42 2 жыл бұрын

This video is so well done. You saved me a ton of frustration searching for the clips to unhinge the top of the unit. Thanks!

@tomy5284 Жыл бұрын

The most informative video I've seen. I fixed my dryer and it cost about $80 for the heating element ! very helpfull ! Thanks!

@WLPorter 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome homeowner video! Was able to quickly diagnose a bad heating element. Thanks for sharing the location of the tech data sheet under the control panel. I had to dig out my Robertson bits (square head) to get the console off. This is only the 2nd time I have run across that style screw. looking for manuals that’s not one the popped up. Interestingly, I got a diagnostic code F 31 which is not supposed to be a code for my model. Whirlpool refers you back to an L2 error. Thanks for the tip using a putty knife too. In the past I would have shoved a flathead screwdriver between the pieces. The putty knife slide right in and was long enough to depress the clip all the way.

@bensappliancesandjunk 3 жыл бұрын

I'm so glad this helped you out!

@JWoodley23 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome video! Just replaced a heating element and saved $1800 on getting a replacement set thanks to Ben.

@lx2077bob26 2 жыл бұрын

WOW!!! Extremely informative a true rare breed professional, My dryer all fixed in under an hour had to wait for FUSE of course which I ordered on Amazon for 6 bucks.THANK YOU so much!!!

@DJArrigo 5 ай бұрын

I recycled the double breaker and it worked! No tools needed.. Amazing!!!!!!!

@geokite Жыл бұрын

Excellent video! I was able to check all the stuff under the drum without taking the drum out. The drum can be propped up/in with a length of wood, and all the connections can easily be reached. I checked everything in your video, and after all that, it turned out one of the two breakers feeding the 220V had tripped...the one that the machine needs to heat the air...

@KHDailyKnives 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the video! I was having a hard time figuring out how to get the top open with the clips. Thanks for all the time and effort you put into it.

@robinriggs8367 Жыл бұрын

Thanks you are the man. I just replaced the heat element on this same machine. Thank you, Thank you, Thank you Also the lint that collected in this machine is ridiculous and I'm sure that's what kills this dryer more often than not.

@mainboard1987 8 ай бұрын

Thank you for the video! The thermal cutoff was my issue. Bought the element and all parts from Amazon and it had everything I needed and more.

@vansmith8012 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot for this video this is the exact unit I have and my heating element went out. Your step by step instructions made it possible for me to order the part and save $400 on the installation and $60 on the part. Thanks again I look forward to viewing more of your videos.

@raymondj3869 Жыл бұрын

Thanks. Found that the thermistor is bad. Glad I took it apart. I bought it in 2008 and the fan was packed with hardened lint. Should work much better now.

@mikezimmerman5756 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the help I believe I fixed my problem which was a lot of lint on the inside that was even getting in the heating coil

@carloscortez2276 4 жыл бұрын

Great video! Great details on how to test components and their function in the dryer.👍

@bensappliancesandjunk 4 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@blueprince2008 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for taking the time and educating us DIYs

@rickcrouch1627 2 жыл бұрын

High quality video and step by step instructions. Exactly what i needed! Thank you.

@yvsnkk Жыл бұрын

Thanks, it worked.. i was replacing the dryer belt Every step was helpful For removing the sensor plugs.. we had to use screw driver..

@wowchad Жыл бұрын

Although mine is gas dryer, this was an extremely helpful video - THANK YOU 🙏🏼 Unbelievable how packed full of lint these things get! I’m sure my high temp sensor is bad because there’s evidence of a smoldering fire in mine yet it’s working with intermittent heat issue. (& a good thing it required attention before we had a full-blown fire!) If cleaning alone doesn’t solve my problem I’m guessing it’s going to be the usual culprit, a bad gas igniter. I just can’t comprehend the fact I have to take that bulkhead apart to get to such a high maintenance component!

@bensappliancesandjunk Жыл бұрын

Sadly, many brands have gone to a more "Elegant" 1pc front that does away with any hope of a service access panel. Which is a shame because it'd be SO helpful on a unit like this.

@user-bc4ry7rk7g 6 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for this video! Absolutely priceless, and you made it so easy to follow along. Our heating element grounded out, but without this video, I would have thrown the whole thing away over a $30 fix!

@kathyj183 Жыл бұрын

Awesome video !! Just saved me hundreds on a repair call! Bad design on Cabrio dryer with regards to lint build up within the unit - must clean out regularly

@coryhickerson1955 2 жыл бұрын

Brilliant video. Ben made drier troubleshooting very simple to understand, and I used my multimeter for the first time! 😄

@naitbliss 3 жыл бұрын

This video just saved me a couple hundred! Thanks so much for taking the time to put it together.

@voodooe99le Жыл бұрын

thank you for the video, when i opened my dryer up, found that the smaller belt fell off and also the nut came loose. but i can see that my main belt would need to be replaced soon so this video helped just to know how to open it up and get to it. thanks again

@BrianWransky-uy8rw Жыл бұрын

Thank you for this very informative video. Helped me change out the heating element and now everything is running smooth!!

@septmrn 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the great video. It was perfect for my situation and helped me feel confident that I could and did replace my heating element in my Kenmore dryer. Kudos!!!

@keithingram6181 7 ай бұрын

Wow Ben did you save me alot of time!! Thank you for posting these videos to help do it yourselfers get the job done. So thankful

@morboone 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! The video helped me disassemble my dryer to troubleshoot a persistent “Check Vent” light.

@bensappliancesandjunk 2 жыл бұрын

Glad it helped!!

@mikelknight799 6 ай бұрын

Excellent info, disassembly. no fooling around. Good explanation of all components.

@vskuzmenko 4 ай бұрын

Thank you for the step by step guide. Helped me to fix my Kenmore dryer!

@davidanderson9783 2 жыл бұрын

This was the perfect video, had to clean out all the built up lint and replace the element. Thanks!!

@paulp6105 Жыл бұрын

THANK YOU !!! Great video. You saved our money. Very much appreciated !!! I made one mistake putting back drum belt. It was upside down and drum was not spinning. Overall great video !

@andrewvelasquez79 2 жыл бұрын

Probably the best appliance diy video I've seen

@tracys.6033 3 жыл бұрын

Ben, thanks for great video tutorial. I fixed my dryer!

@cormachondros 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! This was super helpful, and I just ordered the parts I needed!

@bensappliancesandjunk 3 жыл бұрын

Great!

@agibsons Жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video! You do an excellent walk through. Saved me a bunch of money and added benefit I feel so much more confident! Yay!

@ChasingGlory-jr5ux 8 ай бұрын

Great video! I stepped through the troubleshooting and found my heater element to be bad. It was an inexpensive repair.

@bensappliancesandjunk 8 ай бұрын

Nice!

@jennygriffin5358 3 жыл бұрын

Great info! I was able to swap the heating element no problem at all. Thank you for making this!

@bensappliancesandjunk 3 жыл бұрын

Glad it helped!

@Mammalamma 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! I fixed my dryer with your help!!

@matthewdavis9654 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much. I'm picking up parts tomorrow. I'll let you know. Thanks again for the video. 😊

@shannonbalvanz430 Жыл бұрын

Ben Thank you. I was able to replace the heating element thanks to your video.

@toddheagy9409 3 жыл бұрын

Very good helped me diagnosis and fix my dryer. great work

@rickstano1231 Жыл бұрын

Perfect video guide! Repaired my dryer with for$13!

@sukafreecity 3 жыл бұрын

detailed and informative video 👍..Great job sir !..Your truly a professional!

@shelbywashington7064 2 жыл бұрын

Very helpful for my dryer brand and model... thanks

@robertmontgomery5959 3 жыл бұрын

outstanding video. you're a great teacher! thank you for this video!!!

@svldvc 6 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for this video!!! this is literally the greatest musical video ever!! help me solve my problems

@hawker800mech 3 жыл бұрын

Great video! Very helpful in troubleshooting my dryer. Thanks!!

@bensappliancesandjunk 3 жыл бұрын

Glad it helped!

@kimsiano2281 Жыл бұрын

I have a cabrio dryer WED5800BW0 and have the second version of clamshell for the heating element. This thing was near impossible to get back into the hole because of the tag at the top. I had to bend it back slightly to get it to reinstall.

@JeffLyle 2 жыл бұрын

Finally found the right video!!! THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU so Much. My model number on my Whirlpool Cabrio is WED8900BC0 for those that are interested. If you are just trying to test and replace the Thermal Fuse then fast forward to 6:39 to learn how to take the front off. You don't have to disconnect the control panel on top to get to it. And you don't have to take the drum out to get to the fuse. Then fast forward to 11:20 to see how to test the fuse. If it is bad, then replace and enjoy dry clothes. Also have fun cleaning out all of the lint in there!

@stevenromero2313 2 жыл бұрын

Great Video Tutorial!. I’ve tried every test in made in the video although it appears that my heating element is crossed but, I’m not sure if this has something to do with this: when I start my dryer y start kind of stuttering and then shuts off, and one time it did run full cycle.

@TheThrillaofmanila 4 ай бұрын

Thank you sooo much for this video !!!!! You saved me a new dryer 😊

@concretemuzicent Жыл бұрын

thanks for your help. I was able to repair my dryer

@mirlandemonplaisir9944 8 ай бұрын

Fantaztik! Im fixing my cabrio next week

@user-vs5qn9sl9c Жыл бұрын

Hey Ben, Thanks for the play by play, absolutely awesome. Since I have the whole dryer open to change the fuse should I just do a complete overhaul meaning changing all sensors and belts, or just leave well enough alone and deal with the bad sensor only?

@EvilJ626 2 жыл бұрын

This video is fantastic. Thanks Ben

@thomasmarshall2337 4 жыл бұрын

Wow Ben. Extremely informative. I don't even own this dryer or any like it, but I enjoyed the video!

@bensappliancesandjunk 4 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

@prophecyfreak4719 2 жыл бұрын

Thx so much! I have to repeatedly clean out my blower lint due to no air flow and decided to try myself instead of a $100 service call:)

@bensappliancesandjunk 2 жыл бұрын

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@unbiasedreviews5978 2 жыл бұрын

Extremely helpful. Thanks!

@barcelona2020ful 2 жыл бұрын

That was very helpful. Thank you for the good information

@JrandApril03 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video. It guided me to be able to fix my dryer, and I was able to tell my wife “Not today new dryer.”

@bensappliancesandjunk 3 жыл бұрын

Sweet! Glad you could keep it running a little longer!

@brianrobbennolt8663 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for a GREAT video. VERY helpful. Thanks

@Chris-ei7cm Жыл бұрын

Great video thank you

@fgwatson7813 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for video Ben. Now I'm ready dig in to my dryer. you mentioned parts from LFOBB. I cannot find reference and/or link to LFOBB. What is it?

@brianfletcher7942 4 жыл бұрын

Good information on this dryer.

@bensappliancesandjunk 4 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@musicadefe4837 9 ай бұрын

Thank You! You're a great help!

@rsanmiguel1123 3 жыл бұрын

What do I check next since I have replaced heating element and all of the kit

@tag78002 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much, saved me a ton on a service call!

@bensappliancesandjunk 3 жыл бұрын

Glad it helped!

@minhthongnguyen2099 Жыл бұрын

You can pull out the heating element shell case without removal of the dry tub. I can access and test the thermal fuse after remove the door.

@daronmonteilh3904 3 жыл бұрын

Very good video, informative

@Samhein007 Жыл бұрын

Thanks much for the video.

@KevinSmith-hj6fm 3 жыл бұрын

Very informative video. Many thanks to you.

@bensappliancesandjunk 3 жыл бұрын

I hope it helps you!