{"product_id":"wp307473-dryer-thermal-fuse","title":"Whirlpool Dryer thermal fuse, 243°F WP307473, Replaces 307473","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"xp\"\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\/* XPART_SALES_FORMAT_V3 *\/.xp{font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#222;line-height:1.55}.xp *{box-sizing:border-box}.xp .hero{background:linear-gradient(135deg,rgba(0,0,0,.86) 55%,rgba(0,0,0,.45)),url('https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0897\/7783\/2225\/files\/4444444444444444.png?v=1777040489') center\/cover no-repeat;padding:34px 28px;border-radius:14px;color:#fff;margin-bottom:20px}.xp .label{display:inline-block;background:#d71920;color:#fff;font-weight:800;font-size:13px;padding:7px 12px;border-radius:999px;margin-bottom:12px}.xp .hero h2{color:#fff!important;font-size:30px;line-height:1.15;margin:0 0 12px}.xp .hero p{color:#fff}.xp .specs{display:flex;gap:8px;flex-wrap:wrap}.xp .specs span{background:rgba(255,255,255,.14);border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.28);padding:6px 10px;border-radius:999px;font-size:13px}.xp h2{font-size:23px;margin:28px 0 12px}.xp .grid{display:grid;grid-template-columns:repeat(auto-fit,minmax(185px,1fr));gap:12px}.xp .card{border:1px solid #e6e6e6;border-radius:10px;padding:14px;background:#fff}.xp .card strong{display:block;color:#d71920;margin-bottom:4px}.xp .box,.xp .note{background:#f7f7f7;padding:14px 16px;border-radius:8px}.xp .box{border-left:4px solid #d71920}.xp .trust{border:1px solid #e5e5e5;padding:18px;border-radius:10px;margin:18px 0}.xp .trust strong{color:#1a7a3c}.xp ul{padding-left:22px}\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"hero\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"label\"\u003eDRYER WILL NOT START\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhirlpool Dryer thermal fuse, 243°F WP307473, Fixes Dryer will not start\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThermal fuse used in dryers. It shuts off the dryer motor if the appliance overheats and is mounted on the heating element or burner-tube housing, depending on the dryer design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"specs\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003ePart WP307473\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReplaces 307473\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhirlpool\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"trust\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGuaranteed to Fit — or your money back.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eConfirm your full appliance model number before ordering.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIs This the Right Part?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number\u003c\/strong\u003eWP307473\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReplaces\u003c\/strong\u003e307473\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/strong\u003eWhirlpool\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAppliance Type\u003c\/strong\u003eDryer\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePart Type\u003c\/strong\u003eDryer thermal fuse, 243°F\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- XPART_AI_CROSSREF_START --\u003e\u003ch2\u003e✅ Cross Reference Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCurrent Part Number\u003c\/strong\u003eWP307473\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReplaces\u003c\/strong\u003e307473\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- XPART_AI_CROSSREF_END --\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Symptoms\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDryer will not start or run when commanded.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDryer may have no heat or insufficient heat when the fuse has opened.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA fuse that repeatedly opens may indicate restricted airflow or another overheating condition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCheck Before Replacing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisconnect electrical power before servicing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWith the fuse removed from the circuit, check continuity with a multimeter; an open reading indicates a blown fuse, but does not by itself identify the overheating cause.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspect the lint screen, exhaust duct, exterior vent hood, and blower area for lint buildup or restricted airflow before installing a replacement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVerify the replacement fuse matches WP307473 and the appliance model's specified rating; do not bypass the fuse.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePro Tip\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"box\"\u003eIf the fuse is open, correct restricted airflow or another overheating cause before relying on the replacement fuse; otherwise the new fuse may open again.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePart Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number\u003c\/strong\u003eWP307473\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePart Type\u003c\/strong\u003eDryer thermal fuse, 243°F\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/strong\u003eWhirlpool\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAppliance Type\u003c\/strong\u003eDryer\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrimary Function\u003c\/strong\u003eA 243°F thermal safety fuse that opens the dryer motor circuit when excessive heat is detected, protecting the dryer from overheating.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisconnect power before removing or installing the fuse.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe mounting location varies by dryer design; use the appliance's model-specific service information to access it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransfer the wires to the new fuse in the same configuration and ensure the terminals are fully seated.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstall only the specified replacement fuse; never permanently jumper or bypass the thermal fuse.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfter installation, reassemble all panels and address lint or vent restrictions before operating the dryer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- XPART_AI_COMPAT_START --\u003e\u003c!-- XPART_MODEL_HUB_LINKS_V1 --\u003e\u003ch2\u003eVerified Compatible Models\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"note models\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-us\/pages\/whirlpool-dryer-bde7500-parts\"\u003eBDE7500\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en-us\/pages\/whirlpool-dryer-de26ca-parts\"\u003eDE26CA\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en-us\/pages\/whirlpool-dryer-de26cd-parts\"\u003eDE26CD\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en-us\/pages\/whirlpool-dryer-de26cs-parts\"\u003eDE26CS\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en-us\/pages\/whirlpool-dryer-de26ct-parts\"\u003eDE26CT\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en-us\/pages\/whirlpool-dryer-de27ca-parts\"\u003eDE27CA\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en-us\/pages\/whirlpool-dryer-de27cs-parts\"\u003eDE27CS\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en-us\/pages\/whirlpool-dryer-de27ct-parts\"\u003eDE27CT\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en-us\/pages\/whirlpool-dryer-de4000-parts\"\u003eDE4000\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en-us\/pages\/whirlpool-dryer-de4910-parts\"\u003eDE4910\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en-us\/pages\/whirlpool-dryer-de5910-parts\"\u003eDE5910\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en-us\/pages\/whirlpool-dryer-de7400-parts\"\u003eDE7400\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en-us\/pages\/whirlpool-dryer-de7500-parts\"\u003eDE7500\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en-us\/pages\/whirlpool-dryer-de7600-parts\"\u003eDE7600\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en-us\/pages\/whirlpool-dryer-de7800-parts\"\u003eDE7800\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"note\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFitment reminder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Match the complete appliance model number, including suffix or revision where applicable, before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- XPART_AI_COMPAT_END --\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Whirlpool","offers":[{"title":"OEM Genuine","offer_id":51251785826593,"sku":"WP307473","price":57.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Certified Pre-Owned","offer_id":51251785859361,"sku":"WP307473","price":28.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0897\/7783\/2225\/files\/Whirlpool_Dryer_Thermal_Fuse_WP307473_Restore_Heat_Prevent_Dryer_Fires.png?v=1781618116","url":"https:\/\/xpartsupply.com\/en-us\/products\/wp307473-dryer-thermal-fuse","provider":"XPart Supply Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}