Samsung Dryer High-Limit Thermostat DC47-00018A — L260-50F
DC47-00018A is a genuine Samsung L260-50F dryer high-limit thermostat. It monitors temperature at the heating system and opens the heating circuit at approximately 260°F. It automatically resets when its temperature falls by approximately 50°F.
A defective thermostat may contribute to no heat, excessive heat or inconsistent heating. Similar symptoms can also result from restricted exhaust airflow, a failed heating element, thermal fuse, thermistor, wiring, relay or electronic control.
This thermostat is not the separate non-resettable thermal fuse. Confirm the complete dryer model before ordering.
Disconnect electrical power before servicing. Inspect and correct restricted exhaust airflow before replacing heat-safety components.
❓ Is This the Right Part?
Confirm the complete dryer model and revision before ordering. DC47-00018A is a cycling high-limit thermostat, not the separate one-time thermal fuse.
🔧 Common Symptoms
- Dryer produces no heat — drum tumbles but clothes stay wet
- Dryer shuts off before the cycle completes
- Dryer overheats or runs excessively hot
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Heating element cycles on and off erratically
The thermostat is one possible cause and must be tested with the rest of the heating and airflow system.
📦 Part Details
- Part Number: DC47-00018A
- Type: Auto-reset L260-50F high-limit thermostat — opens at approximately 260°F, resets approximately 50°F lower
- OEM Cross-Reference: WP35001092 (active Whirlpool service equivalent); 35001092 (Whirlpool-family predecessor)
- XPart Aftermarket: DC47-00018AXP
- Brands: Samsung; also used in select Samsung-built Kenmore, Amana and Maytag dryers
🛠️ Buying Options
- OEM / New — Genuine Samsung DC47-00018A. Factory-original part, OEM specifications and warranty backing.
- XPart / New — Premium aftermarket thermostat engineered to meet or exceed OEM specs. Not affiliated with or endorsed by Samsung.
⚙️ Installation Notes
Disconnect power to the dryer before beginning any repair. Access the thermostat by removing the back panel or lower front panel depending on your model — it is typically mounted on the heating element housing or exhaust duct. Disconnect the two wire terminals and remove the mounting screw(s), install the new thermostat, and reconnect terminals. Before reassembling, inspect and clear the exhaust duct and lint trap to prevent repeat failure. Restore power and run a test cycle to confirm heating is restored.
The thermostat normally resets after cooling; replace it only when testing confirms defective operation. If the root cause (restricted airflow) is not corrected, a new thermostat may open again. Before installing, disconnect the exhaust duct completely and check for lint blockage, kinks, or a clogged exterior vent cap.
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