XPARTCO 3387747 Dryer Heating Element Replaces WP3387747
The XPARTCO 3387747 is an aftermarket replacement heating element assembly for Whirlpool, Kenmore, Maytag, KitchenAid, Amana, and Roper electric dryers. This element is the source of virtually all the heat in the dryer: current flows through a nickel-chromium coil, which glows and radiates heat as the blower pushes air across it and into the drum. Everything downstream — the drum temperature, the drying time, the final dampness of your clothes — depends on this coil working correctly.
Rated 5400W at 240V, with two 5/16" terminals for a direct connection. The nickel-chromium coil is rated at roughly 85% nickel-chromium content for effective, heat-and-abrasion-resistant heating, and it's mounted in high-temperature ceramic insulators that hold it firmly in the frame so it won't loosen or shift under the vibration of a running dryer. Over years of use, the coil itself typically fails with a visible break somewhere along its length — a section simply burns through and the circuit opens, cutting off heat entirely. It directly replaces WP3387747, WP3387747VP, W11045584, W11344457, 80003, 525502, AP6008281, AP2947033, PS344597, PS11741416, EAP11741416, FIX11741416, AWP47520, and PD00002365.
Quick Answer
The XPARTCO 3387747 Dryer Heating Element fixes Whirlpool, Kenmore, Maytag, KitchenAid, Amana, and Roper electric dryers with no heat, insufficient heat, or drying times that have gotten noticeably longer. 5400W, 240V, two 5/16" terminals. Replaces WP3387747, WP3387747VP, W11045584, W11344457, 80003, 525502, AP6008281, AP2947033, PS344597, PS11741416, EAP11741416, FIX11741416, AWP47520, PD00002365. If the dryer has no heat at all, check the thermal fuse first — it's a cheaper, faster fix, and a blown fuse produces the same "no heat" symptom as a failed element.
Common Problems This Part Fixes
- Dryer runs a full cycle but produces no heat at all
- Dryer produces some heat, but not enough to dry clothes properly
- Drying times that have gotten noticeably longer than they used to
- Clothes coming out cold or barely warm at the end of a cycle
- Visible break or burned-through section in the heating coil
- Element that tests as an open circuit (no continuity) with a multimeter
- Dryer that heats inconsistently, cycling on and off unexpectedly
Cross Reference Information
Part numbers can change over a product's lifecycle as manufacturers update designs or release new appliance models. For your convenience, we've included any known superseded, alternate, or cross-reference part numbers that match this item.
Replaces Part Numbers
This dryer heating element directly replaces the following OEM and cross-reference part numbers:
WP3387747, WP3387747VP, W11045584, W11344457, 80003, 525502, AP6008281, AP2947033, PS344597, PS11741416, EAP11741416, FIX11741416, AWP47520, PD00002365
If your part number is not listed above, contact our support team before ordering and we will verify compatibility.
Compatibility
This heating element is compatible with select Whirlpool electric dryers, and also fits select Kenmore, Maytag, KitchenAid, Amana, and Roper dryers built on the same platform, including model numbers such as:
- GEW9200LW0, GEW9200LW1, GEW9250PL0, GEW9250PW0, GEW9250PW1
- GEQ9800PW1, GEQ9800PW2
- MEDB835DW4, MEDC700VW0
- WED5100HW1, WED5500XW1, WED5700AC1, WED6120HW1, WED6620HW1, WED8300SW2
- MED5500FW1, MED6230HW1, MED6230RHW1
- Kenmore 110.82822101
Note: Always verify your full model number before ordering, since Whirlpool uses several different heating elements across its dryer lineup. Contact our support team with your model number if you're unsure.
Key Features
- Aftermarket replacement heating element assembly — generates the heat that dries clothes
- Resolves "no heat," "insufficient heat," and "drying takes too long" symptoms caused by a burned-through coil
- Nickel-chromium coil (approx. 85% Ni-Cr content) for effective, heat-and-abrasion-resistant heating
- High-temperature ceramic insulators hold the coil firmly in the frame against vibration
- Rated 5400W at 240V
- Two 5/16" terminals for a direct connection
- Approximately 10"L x 6"W x 1"H
- Direct drop-in replacement — no modification required
- Replaces WP3387747VP, W11045584, W11344457, 80003, 525502, AP6008281, AP2947033, PS344597, PS11741416, EAP11741416, FIX11741416, AWP47520, and PD00002365
- Compatible with Whirlpool, Kenmore, Maytag, KitchenAid, Amana, and Roper electric dryers
- Aftermarket replacement built to OEM-equivalent quality standards
Product Specifications
| Part Number |
3387747 |
| OEM Part Number |
WP3387747 |
| Part Type |
Dryer Heating Element Assembly |
| Condition |
Aftermarket Replacement |
| Wattage |
5400 W |
| Voltage |
240V |
| Terminals |
2 (5/16") |
| Coil Material |
Nickel-chromium (approx. 85% Ni-Cr) |
| Insulators |
High-temperature ceramic |
| Dimensions |
Approx. 10"L x 6"W x 1"H |
| Repair Difficulty |
Medium — basic electrical skills and dryer panel disassembly required |
| Quantity |
1 heating element assembly |
| Compatible Brands |
Whirlpool, Kenmore, Maytag, KitchenAid, Amana, Roper |
Installation Notes
⚠️ Unplug Dryer Before Starting — Test Continuity Before Assuming It's The Element Disconnect power at the outlet or shut off the circuit breaker before beginning. Wear work gloves. Access is typically through the rear panel or the front, depending on your model, to reach the heater duct/blower housing area where the element is mounted. Before removing anything, test the old element with a multimeter set to continuity — a healthy element reads continuous end to end, while a failed one (with a visible break in the coil) reads open. Photograph the wiring before disconnecting anything. Disconnect the two wire terminals from the old element, remove the mounting screws or clips holding it in the duct housing, and pull it free. Install the new 3387747 assembly in the same position, reconnect the two wire terminals, and secure the mounting hardware. While the dryer is open, this is a good time to fully clean the exhaust vent ducting from the lint trap to the outside vent hood — restricted airflow is a major cause of heating element failure, and a fresh element installed into a clogged system will likely fail again prematurely. Reassemble the panel, restore power, and run a test cycle to confirm the dryer is heating normally. Tools needed: 1/4" nut driver, 5/16" wrench, Phillips screwdriver, multimeter, work gloves.
Frequently Asked Questions
My dryer has no heat at all. Should I replace the element first, or check something else?
Check the thermal fuse first. A blown thermal fuse produces the exact same "no heat at all" symptom as a failed heating element, and it's a much cheaper, faster part to test and replace. Whirlpool's own service guidance recommends checking the thermal fuse before replacing the element. If the fuse tests good and the dryer still has no heat, the element itself is the next thing to test and likely replace.
How can I tell if the element has actually failed?
The most reliable way is a continuity test with a multimeter — set it to continuity mode, disconnect the element's wires, and touch a probe to each terminal. A healthy element shows continuity (a complete circuit); a failed one shows open (no continuity), which usually corresponds to a visible break or burned-through section somewhere in the coil if you inspect it closely.
Why does the listing recommend cleaning the vent duct during this repair?
Restricted airflow from a lint-clogged exhaust duct is one of the most common root causes of heating element failure — when air can't move through the system properly, heat builds up around the element well beyond its designed operating range, accelerating wear and often leading directly to a burned-through coil. Since you'll already have the dryer open for this repair, cleaning the full duct run from the lint trap to the outside vent hood is a good use of the same trip and helps the new element last.
Is this an OEM or aftermarket part?
This is an aftermarket replacement part built to OEM-equivalent quality standards. It is not a genuine Whirlpool OEM part, but is manufactured to match the 5400W/240V electrical rating, nickel-chromium coil composition, ceramic insulator mounting, and terminal configuration of the original WP3387747 heating element used in compatible Whirlpool, Kenmore, Maytag, KitchenAid, Amana, and Roper dryers.
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