Whirlpool, a manufacturer offering a diverse portfolio of brands such as Whirlpool, Amana, KitchenAid, Maytag, Jenn-Air, Magic Chef, Roper, and Admiral, also supplies products for Sears-Kenmore and Ikea. Among their products is the dryer high limit thermostat.
This component is a brand-new, authentic Whirlpool replacement part designed to regulate the dryer's temperature. It activates to shut off the heating element when the internal temperature reaches 250 degrees Fahrenheit. Once the temperature decreases to 210 degrees Fahrenheit, the heating element is reactivated, maintaining a safe 40-degree differential.