Menards Thermal Fuse (2024)

FAQs

Does Menards carry fuses? ›

Plug fuses are available in both heavy-duty and medium-duty types with standard Edison-type threaded bases and tamper-proof rejection-type bases.

The dryer will not start if the thermal fuse is blown. It's easiest to test the fuse while it's in place on the blower housing. Replacement is very simple if the fuse is blown.

Signs That Your Thermal Fuse May Have Blown

In many cases, if your dryer has a malfunctioning thermal fuse, the dryer will not turn on at all. However, with some other dryers' models, the drum will turn and the dryer will operate, but the heating element will not turn on to heat up the clothing inside the dryer.

Replacing a fuse is a relatively easy, do-it-yourself home task that you can tackle with a little information and some electrical home safety savvy. If your home has a fuse box, the best advice is to plan ahead and become familiar with the electrical panel and with the types of fuses it requires.

First, you will need to determine the maximum fuse rating in amperages by applying this formula for calculation: P (Watts) ÷ V (Voltage) = I (Amps). Next, you will need to calculate the minimum fuse rating or amperage by multiplying that total (the maximum amperage rating) by 125%.

How long does a fuse last? If the fuse does not operate then it will typically last 20 - 30 years as long as it is operating within its design limitations. If it is in a higher cyclic operating temperature i.e. very cold or very hot, then this can reduce its life.

If the drum light doesn't turn off, a failed door switch is the likely reason the dryer won't start. A blown thermal fuse often prevents an electric dryer from starting.

The thermal fuse is a key safety feature of your dryer that shuts the dryer off if it runs too hot. While it's meant to shut the entire dryer off, a faulty thermal fuse may cut power to the motor while the heating element remains on. This may be the reason for your dryer not spinning.

The main reason that a thermal fuse will blow is a blocked exhaust vent. This is because when the exhaust vent is blocked hot air cannot properly get distributed out of the dryer and this causes it to overheat. So, if you give the exhaust vent a regular clean, it should stop the thermal fuse from blowing again.

Thermal fuse for dryer cost

The cost to replace a thermal fuse on a dryer is $75 to $150 on average. The cost of a dryer thermal fuse is $5 to $10 for the part or up to $60 for OEM parts. This safety device stops the motor when the dryer overheats.

Can you test a dryer thermal fuse? ›

How do I test a dryer thermal fuse? An ohm or continuity meter would be best. If you dont have one, you can temporarily bypass the fuse with a jumper. If the dryer works with the jumper but not with the thermal fuse, then you know the fuse is no good.

Many Whirlpool dryers have a reset button, but the location and appearance of the button can vary depending on the model of your dryer. In some cases, the reset button may be located on the control panel, while in others it may be located on the back of the dryer.

Unlike a thermal switch which may automatically reset itself when the temperature drops, the thermal fuse is more like an electrical fuse: a single-use device that cannot be reset and must be replaced when it fails or is triggered.

Reset your dryer

Resetting your dryer is easy. Unplug it (or turn off power at the circuit breaker), wait some time for the electrical charge to clear out of the dryer (usually 1 to 5 minutes at most), and then power it up again. That's it.

If the drum light doesn't turn off, a failed door switch is the likely reason the dryer won't start. A blown thermal fuse often prevents an electric dryer from starting.

The main reason that a thermal fuse will blow is a blocked exhaust vent. This is because when the exhaust vent is blocked hot air cannot properly get distributed out of the dryer and this causes it to overheat. So, if you give the exhaust vent a regular clean, it should stop the thermal fuse from blowing again.