17438200000109 Midea Dryer Heating Element – When Your Dryer Runs Cold, This Is the Fix
A failed heating element leaves your dryer spinning endlessly while clothes stay cold and damp. Part 17438200000109 is the genuine OEM heating element assembly for Midea, Crosley, and LE-series dryers — restoring full heat output and ending no-heat and slow-dry failures for good.
⚠️ Symptoms This Part Fixes
- Dryer runs but produces no heat
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Dryer takes two or three cycles to dry a normal load
- Thermal fuse trips repeatedly (element shorted)
- Burning smell followed by sudden loss of heat
✓ Part Details
- OEM Part Number: 17438200000109
- Part Type: Dryer Heating Element Assembly
- Compatible Brands: Midea, Crosley, LE Series
- Condition: New Genuine OEM
💡 Pro Tip — Replace the Thermal Fuse at the Same Time:
A burned-out heating element almost always takes the thermal fuse with it. While you're already in there, replace the thermal fuse and high-limit thermostat in the same visit — it costs a few dollars and prevents a second service call within weeks.
A burned-out heating element almost always takes the thermal fuse with it. While you're already in there, replace the thermal fuse and high-limit thermostat in the same visit — it costs a few dollars and prevents a second service call within weeks.
⚙️ Installation Notes
- Skill Level: Intermediate — requires rear or front panel removal and wire harness disconnection
- Always disconnect power before beginning any repair
- Inspect and clear the exhaust duct before reinstalling — restricted airflow is the #1 cause of element burnout
- Do not overtighten mounting screws; snug is sufficient to avoid cracking the element housing
- Test on a short cycle before reassembling the full cabinet
✓ Compatible Models
MDD160A2301E1305, MLE41N1AWW, CDE41N1AW, MLE41N1AWWC, CLADE67W, MLE47A3AGG, MLE43A3AWW, MLE47R5BWW, MLE47C4AWW, LE43A3AWWFR, MLTE37N1BWW, LE43A3AWW
Not sure if this is the right part? Contact us with your full model number and we'll confirm.
💡 Pro Tip — Check Your Drum Seal While You're In There:
If your dryer is old enough to need a heating element, the drum felt seal is likely worn too. Replacing it in the same service call prevents heat loss around the drum and extends the life of your new element.
If your dryer is old enough to need a heating element, the drum felt seal is likely worn too. Replacing it in the same service call prevents heat loss around the drum and extends the life of your new element.
✅Compatibility & Cross Reference
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