Maytag Dryer Parts

Dryer high-limit thermostat, L250-80, with terminal extension arm. This thermostat should be closed for continuity at room temperature and opens at around 250 degrees Fahrenheit. If the dryer won't heat, the high-limit thermostat might be defective.

OEM Part - Manufacturer #WP3977767

The part may look different than the original but the part will still install and work the same.

Dryer idler pulley. The idler pulley puts tension on the drive belt. If the idler pulley fails to put the proper amount of tension on the belt, the dryer will not spin.

OEM Part - Manufacturer #279640

The dryer belt wears out over time. Consider replacing the belt while the dryer is apart.

Dryer thermal fuse (or thermal limiter). This fuse is located on the exhaust duct. If the dryer overheats, the thermal fuse opens to cut off power to the dryer. The thermal fuse cannot be reset--if the thermal fuse is open, it must be replaced.

OEM Part - Manufacturer #WP3390719

Dryer belt tension idler pulley assembly.

OEM Part - Manufacturer #WP691366

Consider replacing the Drive Belt while you have the dryer apart.

Idler pulley wheel and bearing. If the idler pulley wheel and/or bearing is defective, it may cause the dryer to be excessively noisy.

OEM Part - Manufacturer #WP6-3700340

Dryer thermistor. This thermistor should read approximately 11.9K Ohms of resistance at 70 degrees Fahrenheit (21’ Celsius). If the thermistor is defective, it may prolong or shorten the drying time or cause a fault code. A defective thermistor is not responsible for a dryer not heating.

OEM Part - Manufacturer #WP8577274

Dryer L.P conversion kit Natural gas to LP (liquid propane). This kit includes the orifice, leak limiter, and instruction sheet.

OEM Part - Manufacturer #W10606694A

White silicone adhesive caulk

OEM Part - Manufacturer #W10841140

Dryer moisture sensor bar. This moisture sensor monitors the clothing’s moisture level and sends a signal to the control board when the clothes are dry. If your moisture sensor is defective, the dryer may shut off too early or continue running for a while after the clothes are dry. Two required.

OEM Part - Manufacturer #WP3387223

Dryer slide in lint filter (lint trap). Proper air flow is critical to dryer operation so the filter should be cleaned before every load. Replace the filter if it has any tears or rips in it.

OEM Part - Manufacturer #WP33001003

High-limit thermostat. If the dryer overheats, the high-limit thermostat cuts off power to the dryer. If the dryer won't heat, the high-limit thermostat may have blown. This part has been updated by the manufacturer. The new thermostat may differ in appearance, but will have the same function.

OEM Part - Manufacturer #W11050897

Dryer blower wheel for exhaust with clamp. If the dryer does not heat properly then this wheel may be stripped causing an air flow problem.

OEM Part - Manufacturer #Y303836

Dryer high limit thermostat and thermal fuse kit. If the dryer does not heat the most common cause is a blown thermal fuse. Both the thermostat and fuse can be tested to determine if either is defective.

OEM Part - Manufacturer #279973