XPARTCO 279816 Dryer Thermostat Kit
Product Overview
The XPARTCO 279816 Dryer Thermostat Kit is designed to regulate temperature and protect your dryer from overheating. This dryer thermal cut-off kit is a replacement part for specific Maytag, Kenmore, Roper, Whirlpool dryer models. It is designed to prevent the dryer from overheating. Over time, these components can fail due to electrical issues, lint buildup blocking the exhaust vent, or normal wear and tear. A malfunctioning thermal cut-off kit can result in overheating, which can pose a safety hazard and affect the dryer’s performance.
Quick Answer
If your dryer is overheating, not heating properly, or shutting off unexpectedly, the 279816 thermostat kit may be faulty. Replacing it restores proper temperature control and safe operation.
Replaces Part Numbers
Replaces OEM part number: 279816, 279816VP, 3399848, 3977393, PD00002348, AWP39198, EAP334299, AH334299, EA334299, AP3094244, PS334299.
Compatibility
This dryer thermostat kit is compatible with select Whirlpool, Maytag, Kenmore, and other compatible dryers.
- Whirlpool Dryers: KEYS700LQ0, RED4640YQ1, GEN2000HZ1, LER4624DZ1, LER8857EZ2, KEYS850JT1, LEN1000HQ1, LER7646EQ0, LEQ9508PG1, WED5540ST0, GCEM2990TQ1, LER3624JQ1, 885461, LER4634EZ1, LER7646JT0, LER5624DQ1, GCEM2990TQ0, 3CEP2950DN0, GEW9878PG1, LER4634EQ1, LER5636EQ3, LER8858EQ2, LEB6000PQ1, REX5634KQ1, LEQ9508LG0, LEB6000KQ2, TEDS680DQ1, LEN1000PQ1, CEDX463RQ0, TEDS680BN2, LER3624BN2, 885464, GCE2900XSW4, REX5635EQ0, LEQ7030KQ1, WED5850SW0, LET6638DQ0, LEB6300PW1, REX6646AL2, LEV6634BQ2, CEP2960JQ0, REL4632BW3, LET7646EQ2, TEDS740PQ0, LEB6300LW1, YC EDS563SQ0, LER5848EQ3, LER5636EQ1, REX5635EN2, LER4634EQ1, LER5624DZ1, EED4300SQ0, YREX4634KQ2, LEN3624BN2, WED4750XQ1, LEQ8858JQ1, LEV6634DQ0, REL3612BW3, 4GWED4900YW1, GEQ8858HQ0, WED4815EW0, LER7646EZ0, MED5700TQ1, REL4636BL2, WED5550SQ0, LEV7646AN2, TEDX540RQ1, CEE2990AG2, KEYS750LQ2, REX3514RQ0, LEC6848AW3, CED147HXW0, REX5635EQ1, KEYS700GQ0, LEN3634DW0, REL4634BW3, KEYS710LQ1, RED4440VQ1, MEDC100YQ0, REL4632DL1, MED5640TQ0, LEN3634DW1, LER8648PQ0, KEYS700EZ0, YEED4300TQ0, MED5620TQ1, YWED4916FW0, IED4400VQ0, LER5634LW0, 4KWED5790VW1, YLEQ9857LW0, KEYS700GQ0, NED4655EW1, MED5840TW0, RES7648EQ0, YMEDX500BW1, 4GAED4900YW1, LEE9848BQ2, LEN2000LG0, 7EWED1730YW1, MEDC500VW1, WED5821SW0, LER5636PQ1, 3HLER5437JQ3, LER5634EQ0, LEV7646AW2, RED4440VQ0, CEDS563MQ1, REX6646AW2, RES7646KQ0, REX5635EN0, YLEQ5000KQ0, KEYS750LT1, WED5100SQ0, LET6638DQ0, TEDX640PQ1, KEYS750LT1, KEYS700EZ0, WED5000VQ1, KEYS850LE2, LEB6300LW1, KEYS850JT1, GEW9878PG0, MEDC300BW0, MEDC400BW0, MEDC500VW0
- Maytag Dryers: YNED4500VQ0, MED6600TQ0, YMEDX500BW0, MED5700TQ1, MEDC215EW1, YMED5900TW0, MEDC100YQ0, MEDC555DW1, MEDC300BW0, MEDC400BW0, MEDC500VW0, MED5600TQ1, MED5620TQ1, MED5630TQ0, MED5640TQ0, MED5707TQ0, MED5720TQ0, MED5720TQ1, MED5740TQ0, MED5740TQ1, MED5800TW0, MED5820TW0, MED5820TW1, MED5821TW0, MED5840TW0, MED5840TW1, MED5870TW0, MED5870TW1, MED5900TW0, MED5900TW1, MED5920TW0, MED5921TW0, MEDX500BW0, MEDX500BW1, MEDX655DW1, YMEDC300XW0, YMEDC400BW0, YMEDC400BW1, YMEDC415EW0, YMEDC415EW1, YMEDX500BW0, YMEDX500BW1, YMED5740TQ0, YMED5740TQ1
- Kenmore Dryers: 110.62872102, 110.66514691, 110.60212990, 110.68442700, 110.62342511, 110.60814990, 110.86405850, 110.96529120, 110.6012510, 110.66854690, 110.66822694, 110.C60122511, 110.96587410, 110.66722691, 110.66512692, 110.62882101, 110.62102311, 110.69422801, 110.66862501, 110.67132411, 110.61804000, 110.66862500, 110.62842100, 110.64832400, 110.62854101, 110.60202990, 110.62602101, 110.96572830, 110.86405150, 110.67442600, 110.6012511, 110.66864500, 110.69432800, 110.60012000, 110.96587210, 110.C61112010, 110.62886101, 110.64842400, 110.66101691, 110.68402700, 110.64102301, 110.96582120, 110.65132411, 110.96575100, 110.64602300, 110.67632600, 110.66652500, 110.64912200, 110.96563820, 110.96585410, 110.66642500, 110.60012001, 110.66712692, 110.67832790, 110.62724100, 110.88762791, 110.62602100, 110.66524501, 110.68622700, 110.96575200, 110.60012001, 110.66822690, 110.68202794, 110.67342700, 110.C62332511, 110.64602301, 110.62822101, 110.62712101, 110.62802102, 110.62802100, 110.66102500, 110.67834790, 110.60722990, 110.66808690, 110.67834791, 110.69812990, 110.67622600, 110.60232001, 110.68532700, 110.66801694, 110.61402310, 110.62512100, 110.66752501, 110.96580010, 110.96564420, 110.62824101, 110.96585200, 110.66702692, 110.63102100, 110.67422600, 110.61812000, 110.64924200, 110.69622800, 110.62622100, 110.66132411, 110.62514101, 110.61262310, 110.96586400, 110.6072010, 110.66854694, 110.68652700, 110.96566400, 110.67732791, 110.66854691, 110.96566400, 110.6072010
Always verify your dryer’s model number before ordering. Contact our support team if you’re unsure.
Common Problems This Part Fixes
- Dryer overheating
- Dryer not heating
- Dryer shutting off prematurely
- Inconsistent drying temperatures
Key Features
- Includes essential thermostats for temperature control
- Prevents overheating and improves safety
- Restores consistent drying performance
- High-quality aftermarket replacement kit
Product Specifications
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Part Number: XP279816
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Part Type: Dryer Thermostat Kit
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Brand: XPARTCO
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Condition: New
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OEM / Aftermarket: Aftermarket
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Application: Dryer Heating & Safety System
Troubleshooting Guide
- Dryer too hot → Faulty thermostat
- No heat → Failed thermal cutoff
- Dryer stops mid-cycle → Overheat protection triggered
When Should You Replace This Kit?
Replace this kit if your dryer overheats, fails to heat properly, or shuts down unexpectedly due to temperature control issues.
Installation Notes
⚠️ Disconnect power before installation. Access the thermostat assembly from the rear panel and install components securely according to your dryer model.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Will this kit fit my dryer?
This kit fits many Whirlpool and compatible models. Always verify your model number.
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What does a thermostat kit do?
It regulates dryer temperature and protects against overheating.
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What are signs of a bad thermostat?
Overheating, no heat, or dryer shutting off unexpectedly.
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Is this OEM or aftermarket?
This is a high-quality aftermarket replacement kit.
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