LG Dryer Not Heating or Taking Too Long to Dry? Heating Element 5301EL1001H – Fix No-Heat Fast

If your LG or Kenmore electric dryer runs but produces no heat — or takes two or more cycles to dry a normal load — a failed heating element is the most common cause. In most LG-built electric dryers, the heating element assembly generates the heat that dries your clothes. When the coil burns out, the dryer tumbles normally but air stays cold, leaving clothes damp no matter how long the cycle runs. ⚡ Most common single-point failure in LG electric dryers after 4–7 years of use. Part 5301EL1001H is the genuine OEM replacement heating element assembly — includes the coil, mounting bracket, thermal fuse, and high-limit thermostat, restoring full heat output immediately.

❓ Is This the Right Part?

This is the correct fix if ALL of the following are true:

• ✔ Dryer powers on and the drum tumbles normally
• ✔ Motor runs and the cycle completes — just no heat
• ✔ Household circuit breaker is fully reset (both legs of the 240V circuit)
• ✔ Exhaust vent is clear — not blocked or kinked
• ✔ ONLY problem is no heat or severely extended dry times

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🔧 Common Symptoms

• Dryer runs but produces no heat — most common complaint
• Clothes still damp after a full cycle
• Takes 2–3 cycles to dry a normal load
• Dryer runs cold — air inside drum is room temperature
• Thermal fuse blows repeatedly — element shorted to ground
• Burning smell during first cycle after element failure

✔ If these symptoms match, the heating element is the most likely failed component in the heat circuit.

✔ In most cases, replacing the element assembly restores full heat output immediately.

📦 Part Details

• Part Number: 5301EL1001H
• Type: Heating Element Assembly — coil, bracket, thermal fuse, and high-limit thermostat included
• Replaces: OEM direct-fit assembly — supersedes 5301EL1001A, 5301EL1001E, 5301EL1001G, 5301EL1001J, 5301EL1001S, 5301EL1001U (no modification required)
• Brands: LG, Kenmore
• Platforms: DLE, DLEX, DLE series and Kenmore-branded LG-built equivalents

⚙️ Installation

Skill Level: INTERMEDIATE — 30–60 minutes. Unplug the dryer and disconnect from the 240V outlet before beginning. Remove the rear access panel to expose the heating element housing. Disconnect the wiring harness connectors, remove the two mounting screws, and slide the old assembly out. Transfer any reusable thermostats if not included, insert the new 5301EL1001H assembly, reconnect wiring, and reinstall the panel. Run a short timed dry cycle to confirm heat before returning to service.

🔗 Model Repair Pages

DLE0332W, DLE0442W, DLE0442G, DLE1310W, DLE2101W, DLE2140W, DLE2240W, DLE2512W, DLE2514W, DLE2515S, DLE2516W, DLE2532W, DLE3733D, DLE3733S, DLE3733U, DLE3733W, DLE3777W, DLE5932S, DLE5932W, DLE5977B, DLE5977BM, DLE5977S, DLE5977SM, DLE5977W, DLE6942W, DLE7177RM, DLE7177WM, DLE8377NM, DLE8377WM, DLE9577SM, DLE9577WM, DLEX7177RM, DLEX7177WM, DLEX8377NM, DLEX8377WM

💡 Pro Tip

✓ Model-Specific Repair Pages