{"product_id":"xpartco-279393-terminal-block-screw-kit","title":"XPARTCO 279393 Terminal Block Screw Kit","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta name=\"viewport\" content=\"width=device-width, initial-scale=1.0\"\u003e\u003clink href=\"https:\/\/fonts.googleapis.com\/css2?family=Inter:wght@400;600;700;900\u0026amp;display=swap\" rel=\"stylesheet\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .pom { font-family: 'Inter', sans-serif; color: #1e293b; line-height: 1.75; }\n  .pom *, .pom *::before, .pom *::after { box-sizing: border-box; }\n  .pom h2 { font-family: 'Inter', sans-serif; font-size: 21px; font-weight: 900; color: #0f172a; margin: 0 0 12px; letter-spacing: -0.01em; }\n  .pom h3 { font-family: 'Inter', sans-serif; font-size: 17px; font-weight: 900; color: #0f172a; margin: 0 0 12px; letter-spacing: -0.01em; }\n  .pom-card { background: #ffffff; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0; border-radius: 12px; padding: 20px 22px; margin-bottom: 16px; }\n  .pom-card-blue { background: #eff6ff; border-color: #bfdbfe; }\n  .pom-card-green { background: #f0fdf4; border-color: #bbf7d0; }\n  .pom-qa { background: #eff6ff; border-left: 4px solid #1e40af; border-radius: 0 8px 8px 0; padding: 16px 20px; margin-bottom: 16px; }\n  .pom-qa-label { font-family: 'Inter', sans-serif; font-size: 10px; font-weight: 900; letter-spacing: 0.1em; text-transform: uppercase; color: #1e40af; margin: 0 0 6px; }\n  .pom ul { margin: 0; padding: 0; list-style: none; }\n  .pom ul li { position: relative; padding-left: 20px; margin-bottom: 8px; font-size: 16px; }\n  .pom ul li::before { content: \"\"; position: absolute; left: 0; top: 9px; width: 7px; height: 7px; border-radius: 50%; background: #1e40af; }\n  .pom-list-green li::before { background: #15803d; }\n  .pom-specs-table { width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; font-size: 15px; }\n  .pom-specs-table tr { border-bottom: 1px solid #f1f5f9; }\n  .pom-specs-table tr:last-child { border-bottom: none; }\n  .pom-specs-table td { padding: 9px 4px; }\n  .pom-specs-table td:first-child { color: #1e293b; width: 45%; font-style: italic; }\n  .pom-specs-table td:last-child { font-weight: 700; color: #0f172a; }\n  .pom-warning { background: #fffbeb; border-left: 4px solid #f59e0b; border-radius: 0 8px 8px 0; padding: 14px 18px; font-size: 15px; color: #92400e; line-height: 1.65; }\n  .pom-warning strong { display: block; margin-bottom: 5px; font-size: 11px; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 0.08em; }\n  .pom-danger { background: #fef2f2; border-left: 4px solid #dc2626; border-radius: 0 8px 8px 0; padding: 14px 18px; font-size: 15px; color: #991b1b; line-height: 1.65; margin-bottom: 16px; }\n  .pom-danger strong { display: block; margin-bottom: 5px; font-size: 11px; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 0.08em; color: #dc2626; }\n  .pom-faq-item { margin-bottom: 16px; padding-bottom: 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #f1f5f9; }\n  .pom-faq-item:last-child { border-bottom: none; margin-bottom: 0; padding-bottom: 0; }\n  .pom-faq-q { font-weight: 700; color: #0f172a; margin-bottom: 5px; font-size: 16px; }\n  .pom-faq-a { font-size: 15px; color: #334155; margin: 0; line-height: 1.65; }\n  .pom-badges { display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; gap: 10px; margin-top: 14px; }\n  .pom-badge { background: #f0fdf4; border: 1px solid #bbf7d0; color: #15803d; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 700; padding: 6px 14px; border-radius: 999px; }\n  .pom p { margin: 0 0 12px; font-size: 16px; }\n  .pom p:last-child { margin-bottom: 0; }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pom\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- Product Description --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pom-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eXPARTCO 279393 Dryer Terminal Block Screw Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe XPARTCO 279393 is an aftermarket replacement terminal block screw kit compatible with a wide range of Whirlpool-family electric dryers including Whirlpool, Kenmore, Maytag, KitchenAid, Amana, Roper, Admiral, Estate, Crosley, Inglis, Magic Chef, and Norge. The terminal block screws secure the dryer power cord wires to the terminal block — the connection point where 240V power enters the dryer. Loose, corroded, or damaged screws at this connection can cause intermittent power loss, blown fuses, tripped breakers, or dangerous arcing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis kit includes 3 chrome-plated screws and 3 nuts — everything needed to restore a secure, conductive connection at the terminal block. The chrome plating improves electrical conductivity and corrosion resistance. Screws measure 7\/16\" L x 7\/16\" W x 11\/16\" H; nuts measure 1\/2\" L x 1\/2\" W x 1\/8\" H. Installs in under 15 minutes with basic hand tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Quick Answer --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pom-qa\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pom-qa-label\"\u003eQuick Answer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eXPARTCO 279393 Terminal Block Screw Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e fixes electric dryers with intermittent power, blown fuses, tripped circuit breakers, hot terminals, or visible arcing and scorching at the power cord connection. Includes 3 chrome-plated screws and 3 nuts. Compatible with Whirlpool, Kenmore, Maytag, KitchenAid, Amana, Roper, Admiral, and more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Common Problems This Part Fixes --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pom-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon Problems This Part Fixes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDryer has intermittent power or will not start at all\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInternal fuses repeatedly blowing without another clear cause\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCircuit breaker for the dryer repeatedly tripping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTerminal block area is hot to the touch during or after operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVisible arcing, sparks, scorch marks, or smoke around the terminal block cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeating element or motor works intermittently but not consistently\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDryer power cord connection is loose, corroded, or visibly damaged\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Replaces Part Numbers --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pom-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReplaces Part Numbers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis terminal block screw kit directly replaces the following OEM and cross-reference part numbers:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-family: monospace; font-size: 15px; color: #0f172a; font-weight: bold; line-height: 2.2;\"\u003e279393, 279393D, 279393VP, 3184, EAP334188, AWP39844, PD00003883, AH334188, EA334188, AP3020386, PS334188\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 4px; font-size: 15px; color: #475569;\"\u003eIf your part number is not listed above, contact our support team before ordering and we will verify compatibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Compatibility --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pom-card pom-card-blue\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis terminal block screw kit is compatible with select electric dryers from the following brands:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"pom-list-green\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhirlpool electric dryers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKenmore \/ Sears electric dryers (Whirlpool-built models)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaytag electric dryers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKitchenAid electric dryers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAmana electric dryers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoper electric dryers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdmiral electric dryers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEstate electric dryers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrosley electric dryers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInglis electric dryers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMagic Chef, Norge, and Jenn-Air electric dryers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 12px; font-size: 15px; color: #334155;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e This kit is for \u003cstrong\u003eelectric dryers only\u003c\/strong\u003e. Gas dryers do not use a terminal block for power cord connections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Key Features --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pom-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSecures the dryer power cord wires to the terminal block for a safe, reliable 240V connection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKit includes 3 screws and 3 nuts — one complete set for all three terminal positions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChrome-plated metal construction — improves electrical conductivity and resists corrosion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScrew dimensions: 7\/16\" L x 7\/16\" W x 11\/16\" H; Nut dimensions: 1\/2\" L x 1\/2\" W x 1\/8\" H\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect replacement for OEM part numbers 279393, 279393D, and 279393VP — no modification required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with Whirlpool, Kenmore, Maytag, KitchenAid, Amana, Roper, Admiral, and more\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAftermarket replacement built to OEM-equivalent quality standards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuick DIY repair — installs in under 15 minutes with basic hand tools\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Specifications --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pom-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"pom-specs-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePart Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e279393\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePart Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTerminal Block Screw and Nut Kit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCondition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAftermarket Replacement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApplication\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eElectric Dryers (240V terminal block)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKit Contents\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 chrome-plated screws and 3 nuts\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScrew Dimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7\/16\" L x 7\/16\" W x 11\/16\" H\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNut Dimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\/2\" L x 1\/2\" W x 1\/8\" H\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChrome-plated metal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatible Brands\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhirlpool, Kenmore, Maytag, KitchenAid, Amana, Roper, Admiral, Estate, Crosley, Inglis, Magic Chef, Norge, Jenn-Air\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDryer Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eElectric dryers only\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Safety Warning --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pom-danger\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e⚠️ Electrical Safety Warning\u003c\/strong\u003e This kit connects the power cord to the dryer's terminal block — a high-voltage connection carrying 240V. Always unplug the dryer and shut off the circuit breaker before beginning installation. Loose or improperly tightened terminal screws can cause arcing, overheating, blown fuses, or fire. If you are not comfortable working with high-voltage electrical connections, have this part installed by a qualified appliance technician.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Installation Notes --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pom-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pom-warning\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e⚠️ Unplug and Switch Off Breaker Before Starting\u003c\/strong\u003e Unplug the dryer from the wall outlet and turn off the circuit breaker for the dryer before beginning any work on the terminal block. Locate the terminal block cover plate on the back of the dryer and remove it by unscrewing the retaining screw. Use needle-nose pliers to carefully disconnect the power cord wires from the terminal block. Remove the old screws and nuts using a Phillips or flat-head screwdriver. Install the new 279393 screws and nuts into the terminal block. Reconnect the power cord wires to the correct terminals — refer to the label inside the terminal block cover or your dryer's wiring diagram to confirm wire positions. Tighten all screws firmly but do not overtighten. Replace the terminal block cover plate. Restore power and run a test cycle to verify correct operation. Tip: While the cover is off, inspect the terminal block itself (part 694431) for burn marks or damage. If the block is damaged, replace it before reinstalling. Tools needed: Phillips screwdriver, flat-head screwdriver, needle-nose pliers.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- FAQ --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pom-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pom-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pom-faq-q\"\u003eWhat is the terminal block screw kit used for?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pom-faq-a\"\u003eThe terminal block screw kit secures the three wires of the dryer's power cord (two hots and a neutral, or two hots and a ground depending on cord type) to the terminal block at the back of the dryer. This is the point where 240V power enters the machine. The screws must be firmly tightened to maintain a safe, low-resistance electrical connection. If they loosen or corrode over time, resistance increases at the connection — causing heat, arcing, blown fuses, or power loss.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pom-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pom-faq-q\"\u003eCan I also use this kit when installing a new dryer power cord?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pom-faq-a\"\u003eYes — this kit is commonly needed when installing a new 3-wire or 4-wire dryer power cord. When switching from a 3-wire to 4-wire cord (or vice versa), the terminal block screws and nuts often need to be loosened and retightened, and replacing them with a fresh set ensures a secure, corrosion-free connection from the start.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pom-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pom-faq-q\"\u003eShould I also inspect the terminal block itself?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pom-faq-a\"\u003eYes. While the terminal block cover is off, inspect the block itself (part 694431) for burn marks, melted plastic, or damaged terminals. If the block shows any of these signs, it should be replaced before reinstalling — new screws alone cannot fix a damaged terminal block. Contact our support team to find the correct terminal block for your model.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pom-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pom-faq-q\"\u003eDoes this kit work for gas dryers?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pom-faq-a\"\u003eNo. Gas dryers use a standard 120V three-prong household plug and do not have a terminal block for power cord connections. The 279393 kit is for electric dryers only, which use a 240V outlet and require a hard-wired terminal block connection for the power cord.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pom-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pom-faq-q\"\u003eIs this an OEM or aftermarket part?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pom-faq-a\"\u003eThis is an aftermarket replacement part built to OEM-equivalent quality standards. It is not a genuine Whirlpool OEM part, but is made from chrome-plated metal to match the dimensions and electrical performance of the original 279393 screw kit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Shop With Confidence --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pom-card pom-card-green\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShop With Confidence\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA U.S.-based appliance parts retailer specializing in genuine OEM and high-quality replacement parts. We stock components for all major appliance brands and offer fast shipping from our U.S. warehouse. 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