This step-by-step dryer repair guide shows how to replace a gas dryer thermal fuse. The thermal fuse is a safety device that trips if the air flowing through the dryer begins to overheat. A blocked exhaust vent is the most common reason the air overheats. When a gas dryer thermal fuse blows, the drive motor runs but the burner won't ignite. You can't reset the thermal fuse; if it's blown, replace it with the manufacturer-approved dryer part.
These steps work for replacing the thermal fuse on Kenmore, Whirlpool, Maytag, Amana, Roper, Crosley and Estate gas dryers with a lint screen housing located in the top cabinet panel.
We also have instructions for replacing the thermal fuse in an electric dryer.