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279054 Whirlpool Dryer High Limit Thermostat L290 3W

This Dryer High Limit Thermostat protects your dryer from overheating by cutting off power if the dryer gets too hot. If the dryer won't heat, the high-limit thermostat may have blown. This model's specifications are: 3 wire, 290 degree limit, 40 degree cool down before reset. This part has been updated by the manufacturer. The new thermostat may differ in appearance, but will have the same function. The part is located behind the front access panel of the dryer. When replacing, make note of the the position of the colored wires when disconnecting. Both the thermostat and fuse can be tested to determine if either is defective. Installing this part will require basic hand tools, some disassembly of the dryer and novice repair experience. You must unplug the dryer or shut off the house circuit breaker for the appliance before installing this part.

Part Specification
• This product is a Factory Certified Part. These three words represent quality parts and accessories designed specifically for your appliance. Time tested engineering that meets our strict quality specifications
• This product is a replacement part
• Package contains (1) Dryer High Limit Thermostat
• Tools Needed: Multi screwdriver


Weight : 0.086300 lbs
Dimension : 1.370000 x 2.750000 x 4.250000
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This Dryer High Limit Thermostat protects your dryer from overheating by cutting off power if the dryer gets too hot. If the dryer won't heat, the high-limit thermostat may have blown. This model's specifications are: 3 wire, 290 degree limit, 40 degree cool down before reset. This part has been updated by the manufacturer. The new thermostat may differ in appearance, but will have the same function. The part is located behind the front access panel of the dryer. When replacing, make note of the the position of the colored wires when disconnecting. Both the thermostat and fuse can be tested to determine if either is defective. Installing this part will require basic hand tools, some disassembly of the dryer and novice repair experience. You must unplug the dryer or shut off the house circuit breaker for the appliance before installing this part.

Part Specification
• This product is a Factory Certified Part. These three words represent quality parts and accessories designed specifically for your appliance. Time tested engineering that meets our strict quality specifications
• This product is a replacement part
• Package contains (1) Dryer High Limit Thermostat
• Tools Needed: Multi screwdriver


Weight : 0.086300 lbs
Dimension : 1.370000 x 2.750000 x 4.250000

The following parts are replaced by this product

  1. LS3-290
  2. 342761
  3. 342762
  4. 342763
  5. 660099
  6. 688471
  7. 688476
  8. 342764
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