Description
Description
Ensure your dryer’s safety and reliable heating with the genuine OEM high-limit thermostat WP303396. This thermostat serves as a safety shut-off device that interrupts the heating circuit if the dryer overheats, helping to avoid damage or fire risk. Maytag Replacement Parts+1
⚠️ Please check with your maintenance technician prior to ordering to confirm that your dryer model uses this exact thermostat, and verify the mounting style, terminal type and temperature rating match your application.
Features & Benefits
Features:
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OEM part number: WP303396. Maytag Replacement Parts+1
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High-limit thermostat rated (typically L200-30F) for dryers. Amazon+1
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Two-terminal design and compact mounting style for many compatible dryers.
Benefits:
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Protects your appliance — Ensures that the heating element is shut off if the temperature rises beyond safe limits.
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Restores proper function — If the dryer isn’t heating properly or shuts off early, replacing this thermostat may solve the issue.
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OEM quality & fit — As a manufacturer-specified part, it ensures correct fit, rating and reliability compared to generic alternatives.
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Cost-effective safety upgrade — A simple part replacement that can prevent major repair costs or safety hazards.
Common Symptoms That Indicate Replacement Needed
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The dryer tumbles but does not heat at all or heats very weakly. Amazon+1
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Dryer cycle stops prematurely or does not advance because the thermostat is tripping.
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The thermal cut-off or high-limit component appears discolored, burnt, or is visibly damaged.
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Your appliance’s parts diagram or service sheet lists part WP303396 for the high-limit thermostat. Alliance Laundry Systems
Compatibility Notes
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Fits many dryers from brands built by or associated with Whirlpool, Maytag, Kenmore that list the part number WP303396. Maytag Replacement Parts+1
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Before ordering:
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Verify your dryer’s exact model number and serial number to ensure the correct part.
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Compare your existing thermostat: check terminal layout, form factor and temperature rating (e.g., L200-30F).
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If other heating system components (heating element, thermal fuse, wiring) show damage, replacing just the thermostat may not fully resolve the issue — further inspection may be needed.
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