Whirlpool Duet Dryer not working. How to fix the thermostat and heater element

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Whirlpool Duet Dryer not working. How to fix the thermostat and heater element

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Whirlpool dryer
Whirlpool duet
How to replace thermostat
How to check out thermostat
How to check heater element
How to fix dryer. how to fix your own dryer

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@spitzandspence1758 6 жыл бұрын

I bookmarked your video when it helped me replace the heating element, now I referenced it again to replace the thermostat, you good sir saved me big time. Thanks!

@arkoekass 2 жыл бұрын

JD W, Thanks so much for this detailed video! Followed your steps and same part on my dryer didn't have continuity either. Wasn't sure how to use the meter at first, but you showed me how. Almost 8 years after you posted this and it's still helping people! Amazing!

@shellybrown7380 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this video! I fixed my dryer by myself with the step-by-step instructions you gave in the video!

@nathaliegermain-foncette4368 6 жыл бұрын

Someone gifted this dryer and it just would not heat up. Thank goodness for your video. I am going on line to order the part then im gonna put on my tool belt and get to work. U made it look so easy. Thank u for the tutorial.

@hareshmharesh 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much. This was my exact problem. The video and steps you highlight are awesome and just replaced mine. Thank you very much!!!!

@paulmasdeu273 5 жыл бұрын

I just wanted to thank you for posting this video. I have the same model dryer as was shown on the video and was likewise not working. I followed your advice down to ordering the repair parts on Amazon and fixed the dryer in under an hour. Again thanks.

@tro9490 5 жыл бұрын

Great vid. Helped me a lot. Warning, when I went to test and the housing moved down in the slot and was touching a bottom of the dryer, this caused some sparks and smoking, make sure the housing is completely in the slot and off the ground.

@Sulandion 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video! Realized I didn't need to take everything off like many of the other videos showed (and I couldn't figure out since these older duets do NOT have handy tabs for the control panel). From your video, I figured out how to remove the housing with the heating element, so I could test them. Now, just need to order the correct heating element (the kit I had on hand had a later generation heating element).

@johnsmall2096 9 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video with the steps. My problem was exactly the same thing with the thermostat. I replaced both thermostats and the heating element due to massive cracks in the frame...figured since I was in there, do it all. Works like always now. THANK YOU!

@tacomaken15 Жыл бұрын

I have the same dryer and it stopped heating. I followed your instructions and yes the same thermostat is bad. Just ordered the same 2 parts from Amazon. Have to wait 1 week. Will do a follow up when parts come in. Hope this is it. Thanks for posting this. Ken.

@Crgiantac 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video! I was able to replace the thermal cutoff switch with your help. Used the part numbers on Amazon and got my dryer working right again! Thank you!!

@jwill6200 9 жыл бұрын

Your video helped me out a lot. I am a single female and did not want to be taken advantage of by a repair guy so I did it my self. Thank you!

@MrSurgery1st 9 жыл бұрын

Thank you j will. Glad it helped you!

@codyarnold1411 6 жыл бұрын

Well hello :)

@pauljackson1638 4 жыл бұрын

Great vid. Price is down to $10.87 for the pair. As of Dec 2019 you have 665 upvotes. At $300 saved per upvote you're at $200k and more likely millions if you figure most people don't upvote.

@benjiwade2169 4 жыл бұрын

Really appreciated this video and although a few of the steps were skipped in the video, it contained everything I needed to fix my Whirlpool Duet dryer and its broken heating element. With that said, I don't recommend that everybody remove the housing. It may be totally unnecessary and you can get to the fuses and the element w/ multimeter to test continuity *without* removing the housing. Getting the housing back in was a PIA. You have to tilt the housing forward so that the tab at the back of the housing will catch inside the housing port. It took me the better part of 30 minutes to figure that out.

@mskinetik 3 жыл бұрын

THANK YOU SO MUCH!!! I truly appreciate you sharing your video :) Thanks to you I was able to get my dryer working again! It ended up being a bad heating element. Installed a new one and it's running like new again.

@bmacleod021 8 жыл бұрын

I want to thank you because that was a great video description of diagnosing the issue and stepping through the fix. I had the same problem with the same unit and found the same replacement parts. Thanks!!

@MrSurgery1st 8 жыл бұрын

Thanks glad I could help

@martindurkin5223 10 жыл бұрын

Your video was the most thorough for this issue. I just replaced my heating element on a 9 year old Whirlpool Duet and it worked perfectly.

@MrSurgery1st 9 жыл бұрын

Thank you Martin

@martindurkin5223 9 жыл бұрын

No need to thank me! It is I who should thank you! Your video saved me a bundle of both time and money!

@bellee33 7 жыл бұрын

Just used this video to fix my dryer. Thanks so much for posting and empowering us DIYers!!

@MrSurgery1st 7 жыл бұрын

Kellee K glad I could help.

@kimfoster1004 Жыл бұрын

Can you please help me I do not get how to get that whole piece out I'm guessing that is the heating element or maybe the housing

@scottfairchild2024 4 жыл бұрын

Finally a video that truly explains and shows everything it should. Super job! Thank you so much!!!

@edfitzpatrick1005 8 жыл бұрын

great job! helped me to confirm the heating element was the problem.

@deanhicks6189 7 жыл бұрын

ed fitzpatrick my dryer will not run I push start/cancel button but I get beeps (3) to be exact I have have been over the manual but no help Can you help me Thanks

@boberickson1102 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video! Mine was a broken heater element and I was pleasantly surprised that a replacement was only $20 on Amazon. There was a helpful tip in the comments about removing the tab at the back of the heater housing to make it easier to reinstall. And another tip for how to remove the housing which the video doesn't show.

@mackenziestuart4468 8 жыл бұрын

Thanks for such a detailed video. Just fixed my dryer on your instructions with no issues.

@mariom4019 6 жыл бұрын

This video was a huge help. I was able to order the parts and repair dryer for less than $50 (both thermostats and heating element) and about an hour of my time. Thank you!

@Deborah28277 10 жыл бұрын

best video for this dryer by far because of your DETAILED information and instruction. You did a great job, thank you. I think I can do this myself!

@MrSurgery1st 10 жыл бұрын

Thank you Deborah

@tommyjkelleyjr1536 4 жыл бұрын

Very nice video! Easy to follow along with it. THANKS!

@Fannie3fortin 7 жыл бұрын

I fixed my dryer all by myself because of this video! Thank you so much! Internet is awsome!

@MrSurgery1st 7 жыл бұрын

Fannie Fortin you are awesome! So happy for you!

@JamesThompson-sf6qm 5 жыл бұрын

Great Video. Thank you.

@sadandbeautiful 9 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video. It helped me fix my dryer. We've had it for 12 years trouble-free and it just stopped heating. The heating element was broken. The thermostats were OK.

@berthamiles6507 10 жыл бұрын

Thank you Thank you!!! for taking the time to make this video!!! Not only will you save me time in fixing my dryer….but your advice on picking up the thermostats from amazon…..made me change who I was ordering my heating element from…..and I was able to by the heating element and thermostats for less than I would have bought the heating element from the other guy!!! EXCELLENT DETAIL!!! Thanks again!!!

@berthamiles6507 10 жыл бұрын

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@ytlongbeach 4 жыл бұрын

thank you! i found and ordered the high-limit thermostat for my dryer. it will be fixed in a jiffy!!

@Al_Z.Heimer 7 жыл бұрын

I saw a similar video; it suggested that one tests it first with just air, not heated air. If it has heat, then it's the control board. If not heat, then do what you did. I like your video and the suggestions you made especially with regard to using a camera and cleaning the lint, the latter so critical.

@chrisapattee 6 жыл бұрын

I wish you would have shown how you took the element out :(

@tjbugz1168 4 жыл бұрын

Take a look at the 6:23 spot in the video, you will see the tab at the end of the tube. To remove the tube, you have to rotate that housing until you can tilt the tube enough to get the tab out. Same with putting it back in, insert the tab, then rotate to the right orientation. CAREFUL, the edges are sharp! Proof is in my band-aid.

@Leopoldo-V87 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tip TJ i appreciate it.

@walshy2116 3 жыл бұрын

AHHHHHHH THANK YOU. THAT WAS MY ISSUE

@labelgirl 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!!

@tg8150 2 жыл бұрын

Just break the damn tip off. It’s not needed.

@rhondabrowder1875 Жыл бұрын

Is there a video that actually shows how to get it back in ? Every video skips that part. I'm ready to throw the whole thing in the landfil and buy a clothes line. No reason whatsoever it should be that difficult to get it back in there.

@petegeelan8303 2 жыл бұрын

Thank YOU! I found the bad one with the volt/ohm meter. Ordered the set. less than $10.00 arrived the next day. Installed and back in action. I should have looked for a youtube first. I took the back panel plug and lid off before I found this video.

@mrzitel1 9 жыл бұрын

Great video and great help. Fixed the broken heating element in my dryer and saved a lot of time and money. Thank you!

@FHochstenbach 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot for creating this video! It was exactly what I needed. I followed your instructions, and now my dryer is working again. Keep up the great work!

@ajaygupte238 10 жыл бұрын

Thank you. I saw this video first and it helped me get started. My issue turned out to be the element but your video was very helpful.

@MrSurgery1st 10 жыл бұрын

Thank you AJay

@MegaYandel12 4 жыл бұрын

That thing lit up like the 4th of july. I just fixed mine. Thanks

@nvdump 8 жыл бұрын

Thank you, I had the same problem, and thanks to you i was able to fix it, you just saved me a ton of money.

@VioletAvenger 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Random Fix It man. You are my hero of the day. *tips hat*

@plowhand5591 5 жыл бұрын

Great gob. Exactly what I needed. Thanks!

@conquerorhowie 7 жыл бұрын

Awesome tutorial! Just fixed mom's dryer. Thanks!

@MrSurgery1st 7 жыл бұрын

Howard Mills thanks. Glad I could help.

@shelw.9565 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you dude!!! I just fixed my dryer!

@mansfield619 8 жыл бұрын

Thank you SO much for this! I was able to DIY because of this... much appreciated.

@rbtraj01 7 жыл бұрын

A fantastic video - every step of the process was well chronicled. Thanks so much for helping me save my dryer !

@MrSurgery1st 7 жыл бұрын

Mark Beattie glad I could be a little help.

@jimpackjr 5 жыл бұрын

Huge help! Thanks so much!

@mariog7355 5 жыл бұрын

Great video!👍🏻

@annkerr9111 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you, this has been very helpful but I still can't get the heater housing (tube) out of the machine! When checking for continuity I have determined that the element is bad but what next?

@cabbys 7 жыл бұрын

Awesome. Thanks for the excellent tutorial.

@TeeGiang 9 жыл бұрын

love it! thank you for being a yt member of our society!

@bamboozooka586 9 жыл бұрын

thanks for posting this video. will help big time......

@Braulex88 7 жыл бұрын

It works perfectly thanks man

@marielato7934 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you saved me several beer.........

@Cambo181596 9 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for your help!!!

@MrSurgery1st 9 жыл бұрын

Your welcome. So happy that it helped you

@traciwedd7337 4 жыл бұрын

thanks!! fixed it.

@lindajordana755 3 жыл бұрын

When you say not working, do you mean doesn;t heat but starts up? Mine won't even turn on. Could it still be a dryer fuse?

@MrSurgery1st 10 жыл бұрын

Thank you Martin glad I could help

@KLNYC 6 жыл бұрын

Mine too blown too. I need to test it

@roostershooter76 7 жыл бұрын

Your video helped me find the items described, but it did NOT show how to remove the 'Heating Coil Element Housing' out of the brackets without removing the dryer drum.

@heatherschon4527 5 жыл бұрын

Having the exact same issue currently. We're you eventually able to remove the housing unit? If do please explain?

@erictucker3255 8 жыл бұрын

thats true that was my point should have been more clear im in the appliance business it is a great video

@crawl3121 8 жыл бұрын

I cannot get the screw out of the metal panel in front of the element. It just spins.

@MrSurgery1st 8 жыл бұрын

Take a pair of needle nose pliers and lift up and turn the screw. place a small flathead screwdriver between the face of the screw and the sheet-metal so this should help. (Be careful not to pinch your hands. It really hurts )If that does not work you will have to drill it out.

@tl7622 5 жыл бұрын

Looking for specific part numbers for thermal fuse element and anything else may be wrong. Other question was you mentioned if it wasnt the thermostat that it could be more serious. What did you mean and what specfically could it be. Im going to have limited time to work on this and will be ordering as many parts as possible just incase.

@dontyler1392 4 жыл бұрын

I got everything done but I can't get the housing for the element attached at the back again. It's weird too because when I measure the back it's 5 inches and the back of the housing is 5 inches. Is there a special trick to get it back on?

@jamesle8248 5 жыл бұрын

You’re awesome! 🙏🏽

@walshy2116 3 жыл бұрын

Dude you showed the element and the thermostats inside the body of the dryer and the next scene is them laying on the floor. How did you get them out of the dryer. I got to that point and lightly yanked and they wouldn’t come out. They’re in a galvanized tube that connects to the back wall of the dryer so I called my repairman. Here goes another couple hundred for a $30 fix.

@davisfamily_5354 9 жыл бұрын

How do you get the heating element out of the dryer? Do you just have to yank it out after taking out the screw? Mines seem to be stuck or not coming out as easy as the one in the video. Also would it be okay to leave it in the dryer and remove that black metal, test the thermostat with the ohmeter from within the dryer?

@kalonkakon9993 5 жыл бұрын

My whirlpool duet sport dryer stopped working and I figured out that the thermal fuse had blown. I replaced it and it was working again, but I saw that something must be wrong with my sensors because when it was on an auto cycle, it would get near the end of the cycle and then add a bunch more time and basically run too long. Guessing that is how the thermal fuse blew the last time. I figured I'd just use the manual timed cycles instead since they don't auto add time. Someone used the dryer on an auto cycle, but I didn't think they let it run for a long time... now the dryer is not working again. I know how to replace the thermal fuse now, but I just did that and don't want to have to keep doing that. Obviously there is another problem. Any suggestions? Broke teacher so I need to try to fix this myself.

@godnoomgodnoom 7 жыл бұрын

The diagnostics are good. But you skipped disassembly steps. This can be the most frustrating part!

@lungimsam 6 жыл бұрын

How do I get the heater box back onto the hole in the back of the dryer? I have to get that metal tab in first. I tried just sticking the box straight in and it seems a little flimsy that way.

@diogenes505 5 жыл бұрын

Do you say you have to remove the door before you remove the bottom cover? Our dryer has a thermal runaway. That is it keep heating up regardless of the temperature setting. Could it be the fault of the thermostats or controller board?

@popeye6221 10 жыл бұрын

I did my best to get that heater box out from the front. I broke down and too the back off including the air duct assembly. I have a WED9200SQ0, how did you get your heater box off from the front since I need to go back into it? PS. My issue is my element heats up on the air setting. Any clues on where to start?

@MrSurgery1st 9 жыл бұрын

Need to check all your fuses and thermostats with the ohmmeter

@kellimovalson6699 8 жыл бұрын

I know this is a stupid question, so forgive me...but the dryer needs to be on in order for the ohm meter to check for continuity, correct? I just want to make sure before I electrocute myself, lol! Dryer seems to work fine, when I can get the time to run time to work on the control panel. I usually have to turn the dial, and press a few buttons, until I FINALLY get any minutes to register on the "Estimated Time Remaining" screen. It will typically show "--" instead of minutes, and won't turn on until I play around with the settings dial long enough to get the minutes to flash on the screen and quickly press "Start" before it goes back to "--". If you have any other ideas before I get started on what could be the problem, please let me know. Thank you!

@MrSurgery1st 8 жыл бұрын

Yes you must unplug the dryer/flip the breaker before working on it at any time

@WalshLuken 7 жыл бұрын

Kelli Movalson no the dryer does not need to be on, the ohm meter is sending a current through each part to see if there is continuity in the part. Switch off your breaker before working on this at all.

@Mikewhitlock8113 4 жыл бұрын

Do the wires have to be disconnected to do test?

@jimmywray520 4 жыл бұрын

Mike Whitlock yes

@juancortez6437 7 жыл бұрын

Hi I have a whirlpool duet sport dryer I already replaced twice the thermal fuse because after one time used the thermal fuse stopped working, what can I do to solve the problem???

@Crider-ih2ir 5 жыл бұрын

When u installed the new thermostat did it have reading across it? I just replaced my element and thermostats less than 6 months ago. Just put new one in , 3 loads later stops working again.. and not getting reading across the last thermostat like u. So checked my old 1 and not reading on it either..

@deboratait8574 9 жыл бұрын

Gas duet dryer 8 years old does not heat up? It is a used dryer did this when we first purchased it. A month ago. It had set out in cold so we thought condensation. Well it has worked uo untill this afternoon. Now not heating up again!

@pamleach57 9 жыл бұрын

I have a question: my dryer is running TOO HOT... when I dry something on low heat, such as delicate fabrics, the dryer is so hot that it ruins, shrinks, or fades almost everything I put into it! Also...I noticed last night that though the clothes were all very dry, the machine indicated "damp" and still had 60 mins of drying time left on the timer! What could be wrong? It's an electric Whirlpool Duet. Thanks!

@Insanejo505 9 жыл бұрын

Pam did you find out why your dryer was running too hot. I am having this same problem. thanks

@pamleach57 9 жыл бұрын

No! I didn't! I just have to be really careful of what put in there! If you find out anything, please let me know! Thanks!

@MrSurgery1st 9 жыл бұрын

Your probably having a issue with the high temp fuse. It shuts off the element when it gets too hot. When you buy a fuse set it comes with two fuses. Replace both of them. That is my advice. Some people only replace the one bad on, but I would replace both while I had it open.

@MrSurgery1st 9 жыл бұрын

By fuse I mean thermostat.

@bethford5220 7 жыл бұрын

I can't get the housing unit back in I have my thermostat and fuse ready to go but can't get the piece back in place is there a secret?

@hibob6175 10 жыл бұрын

JD, Any tips on getting the element housing back in its place with the tab inside the hole?

@MrSurgery1st 10 жыл бұрын

It should just slide right in it has slots made for it

@krissapulliam6369 Жыл бұрын

Hello- is there a certain way/easier way to get the wires off so I can pull the housing unit out?

@robgallo_peak 9 жыл бұрын

can'tseemto get the housing back in. there is no slot for it? It was in there pretty snug when i first diassembled it, but i cannot see how it would go back in there and stay?

@youonknowme 8 жыл бұрын

arghh!!!! I'm having the same problem and nobody seems to address it. if you were helped please tell how you got it to go back in.

@ManagePoint1 8 жыл бұрын

+youonknowme arghh2!!! Another vid shows a tech completely removing front and drum to get at the element. I was hoping for something easier!

@youonknowme 8 жыл бұрын

+Mich Kealey I have it in but I might take the disassemble route. Mainly because the element is not snug, so I'm losing heat and energy right now. thanks for the input and response.

@markgeorge2255 4 жыл бұрын

Speak a little louder , thanks for the video

@awwwnawwbruh 5 жыл бұрын

Removed the bottom cover, when I start the cycle, it glows bright orange, and then stops glowing without the gas actually being lit

@thomasgrimm6838 8 жыл бұрын

Great vid. Thanks much! I fixed it myself with this .

@JeffJennings82 8 жыл бұрын

How did you determine that the thermostat is out before opening it up? My drier randomly beeps 4 times while drying sometimes throughout the entire run and sometimes it doesn't beep at all (intermittent). It still dries the clothes fine tho.

@MrSurgery1st 8 жыл бұрын

Do you see an E. error message on the screen.

@MrSurgery1st 8 жыл бұрын

Also is the dryer drying your clothes.

@PetiteOne87 3 жыл бұрын

So what if the heating element & the 2 thermostats read fine on tester thing. What other things can it be like you mentioned in this video....??? Please help. Swear worst luck ever my dryer breaks right before Christmas!!

@MrSurgery1st 3 жыл бұрын

Does the dryer turn on and run and just not heat up?

@WalkinginHISSpirit 6 жыл бұрын

I need help replacing a dryer belt for model number GEW9200LW1 Duet. can anyone send me a link to find this particular repair?

@fisherscommuter 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you.

@michaelh2852 9 жыл бұрын

How do you get the tray to slide out

@MrSurgery1st 9 жыл бұрын

There may be s screw holding it in place. Once clear of all the screws you just tug it out.

@benchristensen6552 5 жыл бұрын

Ok I replaced the thermistor on my whirlpool duet dryer , but the F 23 code popes up again and shuts my dryer off????? What do I do now ???????

@MrSurgery1st 5 жыл бұрын

www.appliancejunk.com/forums/index.php?topic=1022.0

@lisajswan 2 жыл бұрын

I have this unit and the control panel lights up but when you press start the drum does not turn. Did your drum not turn or did it just not heat up?

@MrSurgery1st 2 жыл бұрын

My issue was heating. But you may have an issue with one of the sensors. You can buy the whole kit on Amazon.

@annaquach3418 9 жыл бұрын

hi there:) I hope you see this and respond ASAP please :) what size is the screw that needs to be removed first on the heating element? I can't seem to find a socket wrench to fit. please help! winter will be approaching soon. goodbye mr. sun:(

@MrSurgery1st 9 жыл бұрын

I'm not sure what size it is. But my drill came with a regular hex head adapter that fits bits into it. It was a perfect fit

@hunclemike 9 жыл бұрын

+Anna Quach 1/4 inch should do it.

@b_dewitt 4 жыл бұрын

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@MrSurgery1st 4 жыл бұрын

Absolutely. Thanks for viewing.

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@chrissewell1608 Жыл бұрын

According to how clean your dryer is, it appears it has Never Worked! Ha ha

@erictucker3255 8 жыл бұрын

you don't have to turn off the breaker just unplug it

@MrSurgery1st 8 жыл бұрын

Sometimes it's easier just to pull the dryer breaker instead of pulling the dryer away from the wall to unplug it. Especially if you're a smaller person.

@MrSurgery1st 8 жыл бұрын

There are always more than one way to do things

@amandavaz890 10 жыл бұрын

What is that meter thing called?

@MrSurgery1st 9 жыл бұрын

It is an ohm meter or a voltmeter

@tbellz27 8 жыл бұрын

How the hell did you get the element out of the dryer? Just skipped that part

@MrSurgery1st 8 жыл бұрын

If you have the screw out and remove the mounting bracket. You will have to pull really hard and aggressively to get it out.

@SynapticTV 9 жыл бұрын

I have a F12 error on my Whirlpool washing machine. "F12- Heater element short circuit Check water heating element Check relay if fitted Check wiring to heating element and PCB connection" I'd guess that your video applies for a F12 error or just a F8?