{"product_id":"whirlpool-dryer-heating-element-wp8544771","title":"Whirlpool Dryer Heating Element WP8544771 – OEM \u0026 Premium XPart Options Available","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n.hero-banner{position:relative;background:linear-gradient(135deg,rgba(0,0,0,0.82) 60%,rgba(0,0,0,0.45) 100%),url('https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0897\/7783\/2225\/files\/Screenshot_2026-02-08_180433.png?v=1770591920') center\/cover no-repeat;padding:36px 32px;border-radius:8px;margin:0 0 28px 0;color:#fff;}\n.hero-banner h2{margin:0 0 6px 0;font-size:1.55em;font-weight:900;letter-spacing:0.3px;}\n.hero-banner .label{display:inline-block;background:#c8a400;color:#000;font-size:0.72em;font-weight:800;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:1px;padding:3px 10px;border-radius:3px;margin-bottom:12px;}\n.hero-specs{display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:8px;margin-top:14px;}\n.hero-specs span{background:rgba(255,255,255,0.13);border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,0.25);border-radius:4px;padding:5px 13px;font-size:0.82em;font-weight:700;letter-spacing:0.3px;}\n.pro-tip{background:#1a1a2e;border-left:4px solid #c8a400;padding:16px 20px;border-radius:6px;margin:24px 0;color:#f0f0f0;font-size:0.95em;line-height:1.6;}\n.pro-tip strong{color:#c8a400;}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"hero-banner\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"label\"\u003eOEM \u0026amp; PREMIUM XPART OPTIONS AVAILABLE\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eWhirlpool Dryer Heating Element WP8544771 – OEM \u0026amp; Premium XPart Options Available\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"hero-specs\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan\u003eReplaces 8544771\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan\u003eW10836011\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan\u003e7154072\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan\u003eWhirlpool\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan\u003eMaytag\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan\u003eKenmore\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan\u003eAmana\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch1\u003eWP8544771 Dryer Heating Element – Fix a Dryer That Runs But Won’t Heat, Leaves Clothes Damp, or Takes Hours to Dry\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhen your Whirlpool, Maytag, or Kenmore dryer tumbles but produces no heat, the heating element assembly \u003cstrong\u003eWP8544771\u003c\/strong\u003e is the most common cause. This 5400W\/240V element is the core heat source in your dryer — when the coil burns out or breaks, the drum spins but clothes come out cold and wet. Genuine OEM and premium XPart DE4771XP options available. Replaces \u003cstrong\u003e8544771\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eW10836011\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003e7154072\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eIs This the Part You Need?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis element is located inside the heater box at the rear of the dryer cabinet. If your dryer runs a full cycle but clothes are still damp or cold, and the thermal fuse tests good, this element is the next component to check. Confirm your model number on the label inside the door frame or on the back panel before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSymptoms of a Failed Dryer Heating Element\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDryer runs but produces no heat at all\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eClothes still damp or wet after a full cycle\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDryer takes 2–3 cycles to dry a normal load\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWeak or intermittent heat — sometimes warm, sometimes cold\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDryer blows only room-temperature air\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHeat cuts out partway through the cycle\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBurning smell when dryer runs (broken coil touching housing)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eVisible break or sag in the element coil\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDryer overheats then shuts off (element shorting to housing)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSuddenly no heat after a power surge or outage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePart Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOEM Part Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e WP8544771\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReplaces:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8544771, W10836011, 7154072\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eXPart Option:\u003c\/strong\u003e DE4771XP (premium aftermarket, same fit and function)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRating:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5400W \/ 240V\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible Brands:\u003c\/strong\u003e Whirlpool, Maytag, Kenmore, Amana, Crosley, Estate, Roper\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOptions:\u003c\/strong\u003e OEM New, OEM Used, XPart New, XPart Used\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSkill level: Intermediate (2.5\/5). Disconnect power before beginning — this element operates at 240V. Pull the dryer away from the wall and remove the back panel to access the heater box. Photograph all wire connections before disconnecting. Transfer thermal fuse and high-limit thermostat from the old element housing to the new one — do not discard them. Estimated time: 20–30 min (professional) \/ 30–45 min (DIY). Reconnect all wires securely and test before pushing the dryer back.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCompatible Models\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFits 160+ Whirlpool, Maytag, Kenmore, Amana, and related brand dryer models including WED7300XW0, WED8300SW0, WED9400SW0, WED9500TW0, WED9600TW0, MED6000XW0, MED7000XW0, MED8000AW0, MED9000YW0, NED7500VW0, and many more. Not sure if this fits your model? \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\"\u003eContact us\u003c\/a\u003e with your model number before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"pro-tip\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e💡 Pro Tip — Replace the Thermal Fuse \u0026amp; High-Limit Thermostat at the Same Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA burned-out heating element almost always means the thermal fuse has also blown — it’s a safety device that trips when the element overheats. If you replace only the element without checking the thermal fuse and high-limit thermostat, the new element may fail again quickly. While the back panel is off, test both components for continuity and replace the full kit (part 279973) if either reads open. It’s a 5-minute add-on that prevents a second service call.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0897\/7783\/2225\/files\/Screenshot_2026-02-08_180433.png?v=1770591920\" alt=\"WP8544771 Whirlpool Dryer Heating Element – Parts Diagram\" style=\"width:600px;max-width:100%;display:block;margin-top:24px;\"\u003e","brand":"XPart Supply Ltd.","offers":[{"title":"XPart \/ New","offer_id":50620069478689,"sku":"WP8544771XP","price":99.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"XPart \/ Used","offer_id":52226746515745,"sku":"WP8544771XP","price":49.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"OEM \/ New","offer_id":50620069445921,"sku":"WP8544771","price":136.33,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"OEM \/ Used","offer_id":52226746482977,"sku":"WP8544771","price":49.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0897\/7783\/2225\/files\/red-hot-glowing-dryer-heating-element.png?v=1770591578","url":"https:\/\/xpartsupply.com\/products\/whirlpool-dryer-heating-element-wp8544771","provider":"XPart Supply Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}