LOOSE OR IMPROPERLY SUPPORTED HEATING-ELEMENT HOUSING
Whirlpool Dryer Support Bracket/Clip 279771, Fixes Loose or improperly supported heating-element housing
Genuine Whirlpool support bracket/clip installed at the top of the heating-element housing.
Part 279771Replaces 4319315, 345324, 3398161, 337272Whirlpool
Guaranteed to Fit — or your money back.
Confirm your full appliance model number before ordering.
Confirm your full appliance model number before ordering.
Is This the Right Part?
Part Number279771
Replaces4319315, 345324, 3398161, 337272
ManufacturerWhirlpool
Appliance TypeDryer
Part TypeSupport Bracket/Clip
✅ Cross Reference Information
Current Part Number279771
Verified Previous OEM Numbers4319315, 345324, 3398161, 337272
Common Symptoms
- Loose or displaced heating-element housing component
- Rattling or movement near the heating-element housing
Check Before Replacing
- With power disconnected, visually inspect the bracket/clip for cracks, deformation, or missing retention.
- Check whether the heating-element housing is loose or improperly aligned at its bracket location.
Pro Tip
Compare the old bracket with the replacement before installation; this part is also listed under several older Whirlpool OEM numbers.
Part Details
Part Number279771
Part TypeSupport Bracket/Clip
ManufacturerWhirlpool
Appliance TypeDryer
Primary FunctionSupports and retains the heating-element housing component.
Installation Notes
- Disconnect electrical power before inspecting or replacing the part.
- Install only after confirming the bracket location and surrounding housing are properly aligned.
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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