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[Lifetime Warranty] 279838 WED4815EW1 Heating Element For Whirlpool WED6200SW1 WED5000DW2 WED5300VW0 WED4800BQ1 Maytag MEDC215EW1 MEDX655DW1 Amana NED4655EW1 Roper Admiral Kenmore
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279838 WED4815EW1 Dryer Heating Element Assembly
Key Features
- High-Efficiency Heating: Rated at 5400 Watts and 240 Volts to provide consistent, high-output heat for rapid drying cycles.
- Nickel-Chromium Coil: Features a high-grade heating wire that resists oxidation and maintains its structural integrity under repeated thermal expansion.
- Direct-Fit Housing: Pre-stretched and secured in a heat-resistant metal chamber for easy installation and optimal airflow.
- Precision Terminals: Equipped with male spade connectors for a secure electrical interface with the dryer's wiring harness.
Replaces / Cross-Reference Part Numbers
- 279838
- AP3094254
- PS334313
- 3398064
- 3403585
- 8565582
- W10724237
- EAP334313
Compatibility & Fitment
This universal heating element fits a vast range of 29-inch wide dryers manufactured by the Whirlpool Corporation. Key compatible models include:
- Whirlpool: WED4815EW1, WED6200SW1, WED5000DW2, WED5300VW0, WED4800BQ1, WED4900XW1.
- Maytag: MEDC215EW1, MEDX655DW1, MEDC465HW0, MEDC200XW1.
- Amana: NED4655EW1, NED4600YQ1, NED4500VQ0.
- Kenmore / Sears: Fits 110-series models (e.g., 110.65132410, 110.62102310).
- Admiral & Roper: Compatible with many ADG, RED, and REX series dryers.
When to Replace
- No Heat: The dryer drum spins and the timer advances, but the air remains cold throughout the cycle.
- Long Drying Times: Clothes take multiple cycles to dry, which may indicate a partially grounded or failing coil.
- Broken Coil: Visible separation or "burnt" spots on the heating wire when inspected through the element housing.
- Tripped Breaker: A grounded element can cause the house circuit breaker to trip as soon as the dryer begins its cycle.
- Testing Failure: A multimeter shows "OL" or no continuity when testing across the two terminals of the element.
Installation Tips
- Safety First: Disconnect the 240V power cord and ensure the dryer is unplugged before removing the back panel.
- Accessing the Part: This element is typically located in a vertical or horizontal heater box behind the rear service panel.
- Terminal Inspection: Check the wire connectors for signs of melting or corrosion; if damaged, they must be cut back and replaced with high-temperature terminals.
- Thermostat Check: While the dryer is open, test the high-limit thermostat and thermal fuse; a blown fuse will prevent a new element from working.
- Airflow Maintenance: Before finishing, vacuum all lint from the internal heater housing and vent ducting to prevent the new element from overheating.
