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DRYER IGNITES INITIALLY BUT STOPS HEATING OR FAILS TO REIGNITE
Whirlpool Dryer Gas Valve Solenoid Coil Kit 279834, Fixes Dryer ignites initially but stops heating or fails to reignite
Genuine Whirlpool M-series dryer gas burner valve solenoid coil set containing one two-terminal coil and one three-terminal boost/hold coil.
Part 279834Whirlpool
Guaranteed to Fit — or your money back.
Confirm your full appliance model number before ordering.
Confirm your full appliance model number before ordering.
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Part Number279834
ManufacturerWhirlpool
Appliance TypeDryer
Part TypeDryer Gas Valve Solenoid Coil Kit
✅ Cross Reference Information
Current Part Number279834
Common Symptoms
- No heat or insufficient heat
- Dryer heats intermittently
- Dryer takes too long to dry
- Igniter glows but the burner does not ignite
- Burner flame shuts off and does not return during the cycle
Check Before Replacing
- Observe the burner through the inspection area: if the igniter glows and then shuts off without gas ignition, the solenoid coils may be defective.
- With power disconnected, check the coils for electrical continuity using a multimeter; continuity testing does not by itself confirm complete coil operation.
- Confirm that the original dryer uses the matching two-coil M-series gas-valve arrangement before ordering.
Pro Tip
Replace both coils as a set because both the two-terminal and three-terminal coils must operate for the gas valve to open correctly.
Part Details
Part Number279834
Part TypeDryer Gas Valve Solenoid Coil Kit
ManufacturerWhirlpool
Appliance TypeDryer
Primary FunctionOpens the dryer gas valve so gas can flow to the burner after the igniter reaches operating temperature.
Installation Notes
- Disconnect electrical power before servicing the dryer.
- Shut off the gas supply before working on the gas valve area.
- Verify the complete appliance model number and compare the original coil configuration before installation.
Verified Compatible Models
Fitment reminder: Verified compatibility is maintained by the XPart Model Hub Network. Match the complete appliance model number before ordering.
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