Samsung Dryer Thermal Cutoff Fuse

1 disconnect the dryer from the wall outlet and pull it out from the wall to access the dryer vent.

Samsung dryer thermal cutoff fuse.

The fuse controls the dryer s heating element whereas the cutoff controls the motor. If your dryer will run but does not produce any heat there is likely a problem with the dryer s heating element or thermal fuse. Thermal fuses burn out to prevent fires. In addition the dryer may have a thermometer and temperature control or a simple thermostat.

Checking the fuse is easy if you own a multimeter or ohmmeter. Dc47 00019a dryer heating element dc96 00887a and dc47 00016a thermal fuse thermostat dc47 00018a thermal cut off fuse compatible with samsung dryer dv40j3000ew a2 dv45h7000ew a2 dv42h5000es 4 piece 4 4 out of 5 stars 689 31 49 31 49 2 69 in 34 99 34 99 get it as soon as tue jul 7. Troubleshoot your dryer s thermal cutoff switch by testing its electrical continuity. This free video shows step by.

All dryers have a high limit safety thermostat that cuts power to the element at a lower temperature than the thermal fuse burnout temperature. The thermal cutoff isn t the same as a thermal fuse. The thermal fuse is a safety feature against overheating and will often blow if lint buildup in the trap or the dryer hose prevents proper air flow. If your dryer is not heating then you should test the thermal fuse thermal cutoff for continuity to see if it is good or bad.

Whirlpool kenmore electric dryer keeps blowing thermal fuse. Wear work gloves to protect your hands. Heating element turn. This thermal cut off fuse part number dc96 00887a is for dryers.

Disconnect the power before installing this part.