Whirlpool Dryer Thermal Fuse and High-Limit Thermostat Kit LA-1053, Replaces 53-1096

Whirlpool OEM kit containing one thermal fuse and two high-limit thermostats for servicing either gas or electric dryers.

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Common Symptoms

• Dryer will not start
• No heat
• Insufficient heat
• Dryer runs too hot
• Drying ends too soon
• Dryer does not dry properly

Check Before Replacing

• Disconnect electrical power before servicing.
• Check whether the thermal fuse is open using an appropriate continuity test after following the appliance service procedure.
• Verify and clean the lint filter, exhaust duct, and exterior vent hood because restricted airflow can contribute to an opened thermal fuse.
• Use the correct thermostat for the dryer fuel type; the kit includes separate gas- and electric-model high-limit thermostats.

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Part Details

Key Features

• Includes one 53-1182 thermal fuse.
• Includes one 53-1096 gas-model high-limit thermostat.
• Includes one 53-0771 electric-model high-limit thermostat.
• Thermal-fuse/high-limit kit for both gas and electric dryers.
• Thermostat limits documented by Reliable Parts are 240°F for the gas fuse, 258°F for the electric fuse, and 300°F for the gas/electric high-limit thermostat.

Installation Notes

• Disconnect electrical power before servicing.
• Replace the high-limit thermostat along with the opened thermal fuse when directed by the kit instructions.
• Use the gas-model or electric-model thermostat appropriate to the dryer.
• Inspect and clean the exhaust system before returning the dryer to service.

Verified Compatible Models

7215A REV E, 7215A REV F, 7215A REV G, 7216A REV E, 7216A REV F, 7375A REV E, 7375A REV F, 7430A REV A, 7430A REV B, 7430A REV C, 7430A REV D, 7433A REV A, 7435A REV A, 7435A REV B, 7435A REV C, ADE20K3CKDA, ADE20K3CKDH, ADE20K3CKDW, ADE20N3V, ADG20K2A, ADG20K2H, ADG20K2W, ADG20K3A, ADG20K3H, ADG20K3W, ADG20K4A, ADG20K4H, ADG20K4W, ADG20L1A, ADG20L1H, CDE6000W, CDG20M6, CDG20M6A, CDG20M6H, DG18F2HW, DG20F8HW, DGJ181W, LNC7764A71, LNC8764A71, PYE2000AYW, PYE3300AYW, PYET244AYW, PYET344AYW, PYG2300AWW, PYG4500AWW, YG20EN1, YG20FA4, YG20FN3, YG20FN4, CDE22B6V, CYE2000AYW, LNC7766A71, LNC8766A71, PYE2200AYW, PYE2300AYW, PYE3200AYW, PYE4500AYW, PYET444AYW, PYG2000AWW, PYG2200AWW

Fitment reminder: Match the complete appliance model number, including suffix or revision where applicable, before ordering.