Dryer Taking Too Long or Overheating? Lint Filter WP35001141 – Fix Poor Airflow Fast

If your Maytag, Amana, or Inglis dryer is taking multiple cycles to dry a load, overheating, or tripping the thermal fuse repeatedly, a damaged or missing lint filter is the most likely cause. In most Maytag-built dryers, the lint filter traps lint from every load and maintains proper airflow through the exhaust system. When the filter is torn, warped, or missing entirely, lint bypasses the screen and accumulates in the blower housing, exhaust duct, and heating element area — restricting airflow, causing overheating, and creating a fire hazard. ⚡ A damaged lint filter is the most overlooked root cause of repeat thermal fuse failures. Part WP35001141 is the genuine OEM replacement that restores proper lint capture and airflow, directly superseding 35001141 and W10177426 with no modification required.

❓ Is This the Right Part?

This is the correct fix if ALL of the following are true:

• ✔ Dryer powers on and drum rotates normally
• ✔ Heating element and thermal fuse have been tested and are functional
• ✔ Exhaust duct has been cleaned and exterior vent is unobstructed
• ✔ Existing lint filter is torn, warped, has holes, or is missing entirely
• ✔ ONLY problem is poor drying performance, overheating, or lint bypassing the filter into the dryer cabinet

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🔧 Common Symptoms

• Dryer takes 2–3 cycles to dry a normal load — most common customer complaint
• Dryer overheating or shutting off mid-cycle due to thermal overload
• Thermal fuse blowing repeatedly after replacement
• Lint visible inside the dryer cabinet or blower housing — bypassing the filter
• Burning smell during operation — lint accumulating near the heating element
• Visible tears, holes, or warping in the existing lint screen

✔ If these symptoms match, the lint filter is the most likely failed component causing the airflow restriction.

✔ In most cases, replacing the lint filter restores proper airflow and drying performance immediately.

📦 Part Details

• Part Number: WP35001141
• Type: Dryer lint filter (lint screen) — traps lint from exhaust air to maintain airflow and prevent lint accumulation in the blower and exhaust system
• Replaces: OEM direct-fit lint filter — supersedes 35001141, W10177426 (no modification required)
• Brands: Maytag, Amana, Inglis

⚙️ Installation

Skill Level: EASY — 2 to 5 minutes. No tools required and no need to disconnect power for the filter itself — however, if cleaning the blower housing at the same time, disconnect power at the breaker first. The lint filter slides into the filter housing slot on the top panel or door opening depending on model. Remove the old filter, slide the new WP35001141 into the same slot until it seats fully, and confirm it lies flat with no gaps around the edges. A filter that doesn’t seat flush will allow lint to bypass the screen — confirm full seating before running a load.

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