Whirlpool Corporation Dryer heating element kit / heating element assembly with high-limit thermostat LA-1044

240-volt, 4750-watt dryer heating element assembly that includes replacement high-limit thermostat L248-80.

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Common Symptoms

• Dryer runs but produces no heat
• Clothes still damp after a full cycle
• Dryer takes multiple cycles to dry a normal load
• Dryer shuts off early without completing the cycle

Check Before Replacing

• Test the heating element for continuity with a multimeter — an open element will show no continuity
• Check the thermal fuse — a blown thermal fuse cuts power to the element and must be replaced separately
• Inspect the high-limit thermostat and cycling thermostat for continuity
• Verify the dryer is on a 240V circuit and both legs of power are present at the terminal block
• Check the exhaust duct for blockage — restricted airflow causes overheating and repeated element failure
• Inspect the timer and control board for faults

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Installation Notes

1. Disconnect electrical power and confirm the dryer is unplugged before servicing.
2. Photograph the element wiring, terminal connections and mounting position before removal.
3. Compare the new element with the original before installation — confirm coil configuration and terminal type.
4. Inspect the thermal fuse, thermostats and exhaust duct while the panel is open.
5. Test the dryer on a short cycle and confirm heat is restored after reassembly.

Use a qualified technician when diagnosis or installation is outside your experience. Electric dryers operate on 240V — always disconnect power before servicing.

Verified Compatible Models

7002A, 7215A, 7215A REV A, 7215A REV B, 7215A REV C, 7215A REV D, 7215A REV E, 7215A REV F, 7215A REV G, 7216A, 7216A REV A, 7216A REV B, 7216A REV D, 7216A REV E, 7216A REV F

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