Whirlpool Dryer burner igniter kit 279311, Fixes Gas dryer runs but does not produce heat because the burner fails to ignite
Whirlpool OEM flat-style gas dryer igniter kit with mounting bracket and related connection hardware, used to ignite the dryer gas burner.
Confirm your full appliance model number before ordering.
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Common Symptoms
- No heat from a gas dryer when the igniter is open or failed
- Intermittent burner ignition
- Extended drying time caused by unreliable burner ignition
Check Before Replacing
- With utilities safely disconnected, visually inspect the igniter for cracks or breaks.
- Use the dryer’s wiring diagram and an appropriate electrical test to check igniter continuity; do not rely on visual inspection alone.
- Confirm that the dryer is a gas model and that the burner assembly specifies part 279311 before ordering.
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Installation Notes
- Disconnect electrical power and shut off the gas supply before servicing the dryer.
- Handle the igniter carefully because the heating element is fragile.
- Verify the exact dryer model and burner-assembly parts diagram before installation.
Verified Compatible Models
110.6507823, 110.77975830, 110.87273600, 110.87471310, 110.c95081402, 11077965810, 11087381610, 7MWGD1501AW0, 7MWGD1750EQ1, CSP2761AN0, LGR5634AQ1, MGDC200XW0, MGDC500VW1, MLG27PRFWW0, RGX4635EQ0, RGX4635EW3, WGD5000DW1, WGD5000DW2, WGD7000DW0, WGD7000DW1, WGD7000DW2, WGD7000DW3, WGD7300DW0, WGD7500GW0, WGD75HEFW0, WGD8000DW0, WGD8000DW2, WGD8000DW4, WGD8500DC1, WGD8500DC3, WGD85HEFC0, WGD85HEFC1, WGD85HEFW0, WGD85HEFW1, WGD8700EC0, WGD8700EC2, WGD92HEFBD0, WGD92HEFC0, WGD92HEFC1, WGD92HEFU0, WGD92HEFU1, WGD92HEFW0, WGD92HEFW1, WGD9400SU0, WGD95HEDC0, WGD95HEDW0, WGT4027HW0
Fitment reminder: Match the complete appliance model number, including suffix or revision where applicable, before ordering.
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