Whirlpool Dryer Thermal Fuse - W10909685

Whirlpool Dryer Thermal Fuse - W10909685

Restore the dryer overheat safety circuit with this Whirlpool Dryer Thermal Fuse - W10909685. This non-resettable fuse opens if the dryer overheats, interrupting the circuit to help protect the appliance.

W10909685 is a genuine Whirlpool dryer thermal fuse used on select Whirlpool-built dryers. Whirlpool parts references note that thermal fuses cannot be reset and often blow because of clogged venting or airflow problems.

Fits These Brands / Families: Select Whirlpool, Kenmore, Maytag, Amana, Crosley, Inglis, Ikea, and related Whirlpool-built dryers that call for W10909685.

This part commonly replaces or cross-references previous part numbers including W10693363, AP6034383, 4461025, PS11766766.

Fitment / What To Verify: Confirm full dryer model number, fuse location, terminal style, and continuity result. Find and correct the overheating cause before replacing.

Please confirm fitment with your appliance model number before ordering.

Is it time to replace?

• Common Symptoms: Dryer will not start, no heat, dryer shuts down, or thermal fuse tests open.
• Visible/Sensory Cues: Open fuse on continuity test, heat discoloration, lint buildup, restricted vent, or old part label matching W10909685/W10693363.

Pro Tip: Never bypass a thermal fuse for operation. Clean venting and blower paths or the new fuse may fail immediately.

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