W11710615 Whirlpool 4-Prong Power Cord for Electric Dryers, Restores a Safe Electrical Connection

W11710615 is a genuine Whirlpool four-prong power-supply cord for select Canadian electric dryers. It replaces discontinued Whirlpool part numbers W10712173, W11226826 and W11578930.

The cord connects the dryer terminal block to a compatible household receptacle. Manufacturer-linked parts catalogues identify the plug as NEMA 14-30P.

This is a four-prong cord. It is not a combined three-prong/four-prong product and should not be modified to fit a different receptacle configuration.

A dryer with no power may also have a tripped breaker, damaged receptacle, burned terminal block, loose wiring or another electrical fault. Confirm the complete dryer model, terminal arrangement, household receptacle and applicable electrical code before ordering.

Is This the Right Part?

Confirm the complete model number, plug configuration, terminal arrangement and local electrical requirements before ordering. Similar cords may differ in prong count, conductor rating or plug configuration.

Common Replacement Conditions

• Original cord is cut, frayed or heat damaged near the plug or terminal connection
• Cord is missing from the dryer (not included with all new dryers)
• Cord is melted or discoloured near the terminal block connection
• Cord has the wrong plug configuration for the approved household receptacle
• Cord was damaged during moving or installation
• Cord no longer makes a secure electrical connection at the terminal block

Check Before Replacing

• Check the household circuit breaker — a tripped breaker will cut power to the dryer without any cord damage
• Inspect the household receptacle for damage, corrosion or loose connections
• Check the dryer terminal block for burn marks, corrosion or loose terminal screws
• Verify the household receptacle is a four-prong NEMA 14-30R configuration — a three-prong receptacle requires a different approved cord
• Inspect the dryer door switch, thermal fuse and electronic control if the cord and receptacle are undamaged

Part Details

Installation Notes

1. Disconnect the dryer from power at the circuit breaker before beginning. Power-cord and terminal-block work involves hazardous voltage.
2. Photograph the existing terminal connections and strain-relief position before removing the old cord.
3. Compare the replacement cord with the original before installation — confirm plug type, conductor count and terminal eyelet configuration.
4. Inspect the terminal block for burn marks, corrosion or loose screws before connecting the new cord.
5. Secure the strain relief and verify all terminal connections are tight before restoring power.
6. Power-cord and terminal-block work should be performed by a qualified appliance technician or licensed electrician where required by local code.

Verified Compatible Models

YIED4671EW0, YIED4671EW1, YIED5900HW0, YMED6630MBK0, YMED6630HC1, YWED6620HC1 — two-source verified. Additional models may be compatible — confirm the complete dryer model, receptacle configuration and applicable electrical code before ordering.

Fitment reminder: Match the complete model number, including suffixes and revision digits, before ordering. Contact us with your full model number to confirm compatibility.