Whirlpool Dryer WED72HEDW1 Shuts off too soon

"My Whirlpool WED72HEDW1 dryer Shuts off too soon"... runs for a few minutes then quits, shuts off mid cycle or shuts off too early - I know, I’ve seen it all before. On this page, I have the instructions and the parts you need to identify and fix the problem. Troubleshooting the "Shuts off too soon" problem for your Whirlpool WED72HEDW1 dryer shouldn’t be difficult and I’m here to help!

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Here are the most common causes for Whirlpool Dryer WED72HEDW1 "Shuts off too soon"

36% of the time Thermistor

E 1 error code

Ordered thermister after watching YouTube video. Part arrived in just 2 days. Repair went just as depicted on video. Easy fix. Hoping it corrects the problem.

No heat

Had a power failure when dryer was being used. Dryer was still running but not heating. Used a multimeter to discover that there was no continuity in this part. Ordered the part and received it within 48hrs. Took less than 2 min to replace the part. Praise the Lord, it now works like a charm!

My Cabrio dryer was not getting hot to dry clothes

Per Assistance from AppliancePartsPros I was able to get the Thermister part now my Dryer works great!

No heat with clothes dryer

I watched a couple of YouTube videos on what to do when your dryer won't heat, I then went online to AppliancePartsPros.com, Ordered the parts, installed them, it worked and now I am a hero in my Wife's eyes. Feels great. The service and support I received from AppliancePartsPros.com was absolutely outstanding! Best online experience ever. I can't wait for another appliance to fail and I get to be a hero again (not really). Thanks.

Cycle finished before drying or dryer got too hot!

Replaced the thermistor. Actual time taken was more related to getting bolts back in than anything else. Actual repair was easy with right tools and the how-to videos are outstanding. I am not the handiest person but, with the help of Appliancepartspros.com, I have now fixed both my washer and dryer myself at a much lower cost than calling back the authorized repair guy (who couldn’t fix it for me last time!). I paid less for parts than the cost of a service call. Love this site.

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Thermistor for Whirlpool WED72HEDW1 Shuts off too soon

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Made by:: Whirlpool
Part Number:: AP6013514
Fast shipping:: Yes
Returns:: 365 days to return

The Thermistor is an OEM part for Whirlpool brand dryers. It is a temperature-sensing resistor that monitors air temperature changes during the drying cycle. The thermistor provides feedback to the control board on heating element performance and internal air condition.

Symptoms of a failed thermistor include:

Inaccurate temperature readings and selections
Improper or incomplete drying
Safety issues from overheating due to lack of feedback
Error codes displayed on the control panel

Causes can be related to normal wear and environmental exposure over time. Failure prevents the dryer from achieving optimal drying conditions.

This genuine Whirlpool thermistor replacement restores precise air temperature monitoring. It ensures the control board receives accurate input to effectively regulate heating levels. This OEM Whirlpool part can also be used on Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Magic Chef, Admiral, Norge, Roper, and Kenmore/Sears brand appliances.

18% of the time Moisture Sensor Bar

Dryer stopped drying much too soon.

Purchased set of humidity sensors. Very easy install. Ordered before 4 pm and received around noon next day. Unbelievable fast !

Dryer was shutting off before clothes were totally dry

Looked at repair manual that was inside the bottom of dryer (intended for technician). Followed a few simple test instructions for that problem and it said the moisture sensor bar was not working. $7 part. It has two bars so we replaced both. Parts came in a couple days. Simple installation. Dryer working like new for about $25 w/shipping.

Whirlpool duet dryer moisture sensor

I watched the video which was explicit and straight forward about how to do the repair. Just be careful when you unhook the two wires as they want to fall down into the space which has very little access. I was able to remove the inner filter cover and use a piece of wire to retrieve the wires and plugs so not too bad after all. If I had to do it over I would not remove both plugs just the black wire, remove the sensor and replace it,re-attach the black wire and finish mounting the filter frame.

Moisture sensor bars went bad

I stumbled across appliance parts prod by accident and I'm happy I did. I love that they had a video attached to the past I needed detailing the diy repair. Great idea and saved me money. Thanks guys

Dryer would signal clothes were dry prematurely

Looked on the Internet and learned that the dryer had moisture sensors that sometimes went bad. Found the parts at appliance parts pros.com. Was pleasantly surprised with how quickly the parts arrived. Ordered on Thursday and the parts delivered the very next day using their standard shipping. Outstanding service! And the parts fit perfectly. Now my dryer works like it used to 15 years ago.

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Moisture Sensor Bar for Whirlpool WED72HEDW1 Shuts off too soon

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Made by:: Whirlpool
Part Number:: AP6008273
Fast shipping:: Yes
Returns:: 365 days to return

The Moisture Sensor Bar is an OEM replacement part for Whirlpool dryers. It is a component located inside the dryer drum that senses the moisture level of clothes during tumble drying cycles. The moisture sensor bar utilizes sensors or probes to gauge how dry clothes are getting and signals the dryer to shut off once clothes reach the desired dryness level selected by the user.

Symptoms of a bad moisture sensor bar include:

Dryer failing to shut off automatically at the end of cycles, leaving clothes over-dried
Cycles taking excessively long to complete
Dryer not sensing moisture levels properly to allow automatic ending of cycles

Causes of a faulty moisture sensor bar are usually due to normal wear and tear over time. Dust or lint buildup can also affect its ability to provide accurate readings.

This OEM replacement part is also compatible with Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Magic Chef, Admiral, Norge, Roper, and Kenmore models.

3% of the time Thermal Cut Off Kit

No heat.

Metered out the thermal cutout switch one was bad ordered kit and replaced parts fixed the problem . Excellent web site very clear and detailed pictures.

Thermostat and fuse went out.

Had a friend come help replace the parts on the dryer. Was not easy to get to the parts to replace it but once there it was just a matter of taking the old parts out and replacing them with the new. Once that was done put the dryer back together and it was all good. If I had called a repair man to come out and diagnose and fix it by the end of it I could have just bought a new dryer with how much that would have cost me. Saved us so much money in the long run and it was not overly complicated to repair.

High limit switch was not working

Dryer was not heating. Last time this occurred the heating element was bad. Repair is simple. Always disconnect power. Take off bottom panel and remove screws to remove heating element casing. Switches are on outside of case. A flash light and 1/4 inch nut driver was the only tools needed. Check AppliancePartsPros they had the OEM part which include both limit switches for the heating element casing. Parts were exactly as pictured and AppliancePartsPro was $26 for both limit switches. This was great since I was worried about the other switch going out next. I am hopeful I will have not heating issues with my dryer for several years now. Thanks AppliancePartsPros, I will always go to you first in the future.

Dryer would not heat only 3 years old

Used home made tester to check heating element was good so only thing left was thermal cut off. Ordered and replaced and it works great. Washer went out after 2 years. Dryer went out after 3 years. These were whirlpool units. Replaced with Maytag, now I have a spare set will swap ever 6 months maybe they will last longer.

Dryer not heating

I ordered a thermal cut off kit and replaced the parts. It solved the problem. I first checked for continuity on the heating element and that was ok. But when I checked the thermal fuse, it was open and so I ordered this kit and it solved the issue.

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Thermal Cut Off Kit for Whirlpool WED72HEDW1 Shuts off too soon

$47.96 In Stock, Ships Monday

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Part Number:: AP3094323
Fast shipping:: Yes
Returns:: 365 days to return

The Thermal Cut-Off Kit is an OEM replacement part for Whirlpool dryers, responsible for protecting the dryer from overheating by interrupting the power flow to the heating element if the dryer air temperature reaches a dangerously high level.

Symptoms of a bad Thermal Cut-Off Kit include:

The dryer not heating up
Excessive heat buildup within the dryer drum
Clothes not drying properly

Causes of failure can include restricted airflow from a clogged lint filter or venting system or a malfunctioning heating element causing excessive temperatures. These issues can lead to the thermal cut-off being triggered to prevent overheating, necessitating the replacement of the kit.

Replacing a faulty or tripped Thermal Cut-Off Kit ensures the dryer does not reach unsafe temperatures, protecting both your appliance and your home from the risks of overheating. This OEM Whirlpool part can also be used on Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Magic Chef, Admiral, Norge, Roper, and Kenmore/Sears brand appliances.

Note: It's possible some models may use part number 280148 in place of this. Look at photo's for verification.

Whirlpool Dryer WED72HEDW1 Shuts off too soon

36% of the time Thermistor

E 1 error code

No heat

My Cabrio dryer was not getting hot to dry clothes

No heat with clothes dryer

Cycle finished before drying or dryer got too hot!

Thermistor for Whirlpool WED72HEDW1 Shuts off too soon

18% of the time Moisture Sensor Bar

Dryer stopped drying much too soon.

Dryer was shutting off before clothes were totally dry

Whirlpool duet dryer moisture sensor

Moisture sensor bars went bad

Dryer would signal clothes were dry prematurely

Moisture Sensor Bar for Whirlpool WED72HEDW1 Shuts off too soon

3% of the time Thermal Cut Off Kit

No heat.

Thermostat and fuse went out.

High limit switch was not working

Dryer would not heat only 3 years old

Dryer not heating

Thermal Cut Off Kit for Whirlpool WED72HEDW1 Shuts off too soon

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