DRYER RUNS BUT DOES NOT HEAT
Whirlpool Electric dryer Dryer heating element assembly WP8544771, Fixes Dryer runs but does not heat
Whirlpool dryer heating element assembly listed as a 240-volt, 5400-watt element that generates heat for drying.
Part WP8544771Replaces WP8544771VP, 1180054Whirlpool
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 NumberWP8544771
ReplacesWP8544771VP, 1180054
ManufacturerWhirlpool
Appliance TypeElectric dryer
Part TypeDryer heating element assembly
✅ Cross Reference Information
Current Part NumberWP8544771
Verified Previous OEM NumbersWP8544771VP, 1180054
Common Symptoms
- No heat
- Insufficient heat
- Clothes take longer than usual to dry
- Dryer overheating
Check Before Replacing
- Disconnect electrical power before servicing.
- Inspect the element for a visibly broken or burned coil.
- Test the element for electrical continuity with a multimeter; an open circuit indicates a failed element.
- Check the complete heating circuit because a thermal fuse, thermostat, wiring, or power-supply problem can also cause a no-heat condition.
Pro Tip
Verify the complete dryer model number before ordering because this element fits many model-specific configurations.
Part Details
Part NumberWP8544771
Part TypeDryer heating element assembly
ManufacturerWhirlpool
Appliance TypeElectric dryer
Primary FunctionGenerates heat inside an electric dryer.
Installation Notes
- Disconnect the dryer from electrical power before installation or inspection.
- The replacement element may require reuse of the existing heater housing, according to documented retailer installation information.
- Confirm the model number and original part number before installation.
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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