Installing A New Thermal Fuse
Whirlpool, Kenmore and other brands of electric dryers have a thermostat and thermal fuse in each electric dryer unit. The purpose of the thermal fuse and thermostat is to regulate the temperature in a level that’s just enough to dry the clothes without causing any risk or damage. But there can be times when the thermal fuse gives in and gets burned.
This usually happens when you have tons of laundry that needs get dried in a short period of time. A busted thermal fuse is an indicator that you’ve overworked your dryer or the thermal fuse is just too old and needs to be replaced already.
Experts recommend that you always have a spare thermal fuse handy at home. The thermal fuse and thermostat are always prone to being busted when used frequently. There are a lot of appliance stores and online shops like Amazon.com where you can find a replacement for your dryer’s thermal fuse.
Be sure that you purchase the right part according to the specifications and model of your dryer. You can install the new part on your own or you can have a professional repairman install it for you. There can also be times where you may also have to buy a new thermostat together with the fuse.
