Whirlpool WPY304475 Dryer Cycling Thermostat
Product Description
The Whirlpool WPY304475 is an essential safety component for your Whirlpool dryer. It operates as a cycling thermostat, which is basically a switch that turns off the heating element automatically. The thermostat, which is part of the dryer's airflow path, continuously measures the interior temperature. As the dryer heats up, the WPY304475 manages the heating element by turning it on and off to ensure that the drying temperature is safe and consistent. The thermostat cuts off the electricity to the heating element when the appropriate temperature is attained by opening its connections. The dryer keeps tumbling the clothing without applying heat until it has finished cooling down. The WPY304475 then resets, allowing the heating element to restart and maintain the desired drying temperature.
