W11050897 Replacement

The W11050897 High-Limit Thermostat is a safety cutoff component used in electric dryers. If internal air temperature rises beyond safe limits, it interrupts power to the heating element to prevent damage or fire. It is typically installed behind the front access panel or within the heater assembly.

W11050897 Key Features:

Responds to over-temperature conditions by opening the circuit and stopping heat generation

Kit version may include both the high-limit thermostat and a companion thermal fuse

Designed for fixed, single-use operation (non-resettable) once tripped

Low-resistance contact path when closed to minimize voltage drop under normal conditions

Compact form factor suitable for mounting in typical dryer heater housings

Compatible with many Whirlpool, Maytag, Kenmore, Amana, and related dryer models that list W11050897 (or equivalent numbers like W10423382, W10480709) as a replacement safety thermostat