{"product_id":"whirlpool-279042-dryer-temperature-thermostat","title":"Whirlpool 279042 Dryer Temperature Thermostat","description":"\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"17lc1ru\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"16\"\u003eDescription:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"18\" data-end=\"511\"\u003eThe WHIRLPOOL 279042 \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/plgautomation.com\/collections\/drives-motor-control\"\u003eDryer Thermostat\u003c\/a\u003e is used in residential and commercial dryer systems for monitoring and regulating internal dryer temperature to maintain safe and efficient drying operation. Commonly installed in Whirlpool electric and gas dryers, laundry equipment, and household appliance systems. Maintenance teams, appliance technicians, and homeowners use this part for dryer repair, thermostat replacement, retrofit projects, and restoration of proper heating control functionality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"5ms9th\" data-start=\"513\" data-end=\"530\"\u003eApplications:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"532\" data-end=\"1036\"\u003eThe WHIRLPOOL 279042 dryer thermostat is commonly used in laundry environments requiring reliable temperature regulation and dependable thermal protection for dryer heating systems. It is frequently installed in residential and commercial dryers where accurate heat sensing and stable thermostat operation are critical for preventing overheating, maintaining drying performance, and protecting internal appliance components. The thermostat supports continuous-duty laundry appliance heating applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"5hg6bl\" data-start=\"1038\" data-end=\"1067\"\u003eTechnical Specifications:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1069\" data-end=\"1855\"\u003e• Brand: WHIRLPOOL\u003cbr data-start=\"1087\" data-end=\"1090\"\u003e• Part Number: 279042\u003cbr data-start=\"1111\" data-end=\"1114\"\u003e• Product Type: Dryer Thermostat\u003cbr data-start=\"1146\" data-end=\"1149\"\u003e• Application: Dryer Temperature Regulation and Thermal Protection\u003cbr data-start=\"1215\" data-end=\"1218\"\u003e• Compatible Equipment: Whirlpool Electric and Gas Dryers\u003cbr data-start=\"1275\" data-end=\"1278\"\u003e• Function: Heat Monitoring and Heating Circuit Control\u003cbr data-start=\"1333\" data-end=\"1336\"\u003e• Thermostat Type: Appliance Thermal Control Switch\u003cbr data-start=\"1387\" data-end=\"1390\"\u003e• Mounting Type: Internal Dryer Mounted\u003cbr data-start=\"1429\" data-end=\"1432\"\u003e• Appliance Use: Residential and Commercial Laundry Systems\u003cbr data-start=\"1491\" data-end=\"1494\"\u003e• Operating Environment: Heated Appliance Applications\u003cbr data-start=\"1548\" data-end=\"1551\"\u003e• System Compatibility: Dryer Heating Assemblies\u003cbr data-start=\"1599\" data-end=\"1602\"\u003e• Construction Type: Thermal Safety and Temperature Control Device\u003cbr data-start=\"1668\" data-end=\"1671\"\u003e• Usage Type: Automatic Dryer Temperature Management\u003cbr data-start=\"1723\" data-end=\"1726\"\u003e• Maintenance Application: Dryer Repair and Thermostat Replacement\u003cbr data-start=\"1792\" data-end=\"1795\"\u003e• Equipment Category: Laundry Appliance Heating Components\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1cz0398\" data-start=\"1857\" data-end=\"1881\"\u003eCommon Replacements:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1883\" data-end=\"1976\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e• Whirlpool WP279042 Thermostat\u003cbr data-start=\"1914\" data-end=\"1917\"\u003e• Maytag Dryer Thermostat\u003cbr data-start=\"1942\" data-end=\"1945\"\u003e• Kenmore Dryer Thermal Control\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Whirlpool","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":51732772651310,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0940\/0818\/1038\/files\/Ebay_website_image_9bef9c5f-25ad-477b-b20e-5826ed927452.jpg?v=1770600460","url":"https:\/\/plgautomation.com\/products\/whirlpool-279042-dryer-temperature-thermostat","provider":"PLG Automation ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}