Whirlpool Gas Dryer Ignition Kit - 279311

Whirlpool Gas Dryer Ignition Kit - 279311

Restore gas dryer ignition performance with this Whirlpool Gas Dryer Ignition Kit - 279311. The kit supplies the flat igniter components needed to light the burner in compatible Whirlpool-built gas dryers.

279311 is a genuine Whirlpool flat-style dryer igniter kit. Parts references describe the kit as including the igniter, bracket, ceramic wire nuts for connector differences, and installation hardware/instructions depending on packaging.

Fits These Brands / Families: Select Whirlpool, Kenmore, Maytag, KitchenAid, Amana, Estate, Roper, Crosley, and other Whirlpool-built gas dryers that use this flat igniter kit.

This part commonly replaces or cross-references previous part numbers including AP3094138, 239233, 239300, 239302, 279185, 279311VP, 338899, 338900, 340607, 3415, 685211, 686590, 687399, 691039, PS334180.

Fitment / What To Verify: Confirm gas dryer model number, flat igniter style, wire connector, bracket orientation, and burner assembly layout. The igniter element is fragile and should be handled only by the insulated/ceramic areas.

Please confirm fitment with your appliance model number before ordering.

Is it time to replace?

• Common Symptoms: No heat, igniter does not glow, igniter glows weakly, gas burner will not light, or intermittent ignition after the dryer starts.
• Visible/Sensory Cues: Cracked igniter element, broken ceramic, burned connector, open electrical reading, or old igniter number from the 279311 cross-reference family.

Pro Tip: If the igniter glows but gas still does not light, also test the radiant sensor and gas valve coils before replacing parts blindly.

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