Whirlpool Dryer High Limit Thermostat, L248-80F WP53-0771

DRYER OVERHEATS Whirlpool Dryer High Limit Thermostat, L248-80F WP53-0771, Fixes Dryer overheats Genuine Whirlpool OEM dryer high-limit thermostat rated L248-80F. Part WP53-0771Whirlpool Genuine Whirlpool OEM dryer high-limit thermostat rated L248-80F. Is This the Right Part? Part NumberWP53-0771 ManufacturerWhirlpool Appliance TypeDryer Part TypeHigh Limit Thermostat, L248-80F Common Symptoms Dryer overheating Heating circuit remains active at an excessive temperature Check Before Replacing With power disconnected, inspect the thermostat for visible damage or burned terminals. If the dryer overheats, test the thermostat and related airflow/heating components according to the appliance service documentation; do not assume the thermostat is the sole cause. Pro Tip Restricted airflow can contribute to overheating; inspect and clean the vent system when diagnosing a failed high-limit thermostat. Part Details Part NumberWP53-0771 Part TypeHigh Limit Thermostat, L248-80F ManufacturerWhirlpool Appliance TypeDryer Primary FunctionShuts off the dryer heating element or burner when the dryer overheats. Key Features High-limit thermostat L248-80F rating Genuine Whirlpool OEM component Installation Notes Disconnect electrical power before installation. Confirm the exact dryer model and wiring configuration before replacement. Verified Compatible Models ADE20K3A, ADE25K3A, AYE2200AGW, CDE20P6H, CDE20P8A, CDE20R7A, CDE20T6A, CDE22B6MC, CDE6000Q, CDE7500AZW, CDE8000A, CYE2000AYA, DE18F2AM, DE20F8, DEL204H, DEL204W, DEL253A, DEL253H, DEL253W, DEL263A, DEL263H, DEL263W, DEM202H, DEM204A, DEM205A, DEN202A, DEN202AC, DEN202W, DEN202WC, DEN203A, DEN203AC, DEN203W, DEN203WC, HDE2000GA, HDE2000KH, HYE2200AKW, JDE1000A, JDE1000W, JDE2000A, JDE2000W, JDE2000WC, JDE3000A, JDE3000W, LDEA200ACE, LDEA500ACE, LDEH200ACV, LDEH200AGV, LDEH200AKV, LDGH200AGV, LNC7731A71, LNC7731A77, LNC7741A71, LNC7745, LNC7751A71, LNC7751A77, LNC7753A71, LNC7753A77, LNC7759A71, LNC7759A77, LNC7764A71, LNC7766A00, NYE3200AYW, PYE2000GGE, PYE2300AYW, PYE2300AZW, PYE3200AZW, PYE3300AGW, PYE3300AKW, PYE3300AYW, PYE4500AZW, PYET344AZW, PYET444AYW, YE14JA1, YE20EA1, YE20EN4, YE20FA3C, YE25HA2, YE205KGA, YE206KA, YE224LKV, CDE20P6A, CDE22B8M, DEN204KA, LDEA300AGE, YE14EN1, YE204LW, YE205KV, YE208KA, YE20EA4, YE216KA, YE225LM Fitment reminder: Match the complete appliance model number, including suffix or revision where applicable, before ordering.