Choice 8544771 Dryer Heating Element Replaces WP8544771
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- 8544771CM
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- Choice Manufactured Parts
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Choice 8544771 Dryer Heating Element Replaces WP8544771
Choice 8544771 Dryer Heating Element Replaces WP8544771
The Choice 8544771 is a Choice-tier replacement heating element assembly for Whirlpool, Maytag, Kenmore, Amana, Crosley, and Inglis electric dryers. This assembly includes the housing with the heating element coil and insulators attached, and is what generates the heat used to dry your clothes throughout the cycle.
Rated 5400 watts, 240 volts. Over time, the coil can burn through at a weak point, causing an open circuit and a complete loss of heat. According to Whirlpool's own guidance, if a dryer stops heating, the heating element may have failed, but it's not actually the most common cause — a blown thermal fuse is more frequently the culprit, so it's worth checking that first. Symptoms of a failed heating element include the dryer running a full cycle with no heat, insufficient heat, or drying times that have gradually gotten longer. It directly replaces WP8544771, 8544771, W10836011, WP8544771VP, 1180054, AP6013115, AWP48654, DE4771, EAP11746337, PAT NO 7154072, PD00002399, PS11746337.
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The Choice 8544771 Dryer Heating Element fixes Whirlpool, Maytag, Kenmore, Amana, Crosley, and Inglis electric dryers with no heat, insufficient heat, or drying times that have gotten longer. 5400W, 240V. Replaces WP8544771, 8544771, W10836011, WP8544771VP, 1180054, AP6013115, AWP48654, DE4771, EAP11746337, PAT NO 7154072, PD00002399, PS11746337. Check the thermal fuse first — per Whirlpool's own guidance, a blown thermal fuse is a more common cause of no-heat than a failed heating element.
Common Problems This Part Fixes
- Dryer runs a full cycle but produces no heat at all
- Dryer produces some heat, but not enough to dry clothes properly
- Drying times that have gradually gotten longer than they used to
- Clothes coming out cold or barely warm at the end of a cycle
- Visible break or burned-through section in the heating coil
What Is a Choice Part?
Choice parts are manufactured by a different supplier than the original appliance manufacturer, offering a dependable, cost-effective alternative to Genuine OEM parts. Unlike our OE parts, which come from the same supplier as the original manufacturer, Choice parts are made by an independent manufacturer to equivalent fit, form, and function specifications. This makes them a smart option when you want a reliable repair at a lower price point than Genuine OEM.
Cross Reference Information
Part numbers can change over a product's lifecycle as manufacturers update designs or release new appliance models. For your convenience, we've included any known superseded, alternate, or cross-reference part numbers that match this item.
Replaces Part Numbers
This dryer heating element directly replaces the following OEM and cross-reference part numbers:
WP8544771, 8544771, W10836011, WP8544771VP, 1180054, AP6013115, AWP48654, DE4771, EAP11746337, PAT NO 7154072, PD00002399, PS11746337.
If your part number is not listed above, contact our support team before ordering and we will verify compatibility.
Compatibility
This heating element is compatible with select Whirlpool electric dryers, and also fits select Maytag, Kenmore, Amana, Crosley, and Inglis dryers built on the Whirlpool platform, including model numbers such as:
- WED75HEFW, WED72HEDW, WED70HEBW, WED7590FW, WED9750WL0, WED8540FW0, WED9200SQ0, WED9500TW2, WED8300SW0, WED86HEBW0, WED9151YW0
- MED3500FW, MEDB880BW0, MED6000XW1
- Kenmore 11087729700, 11087872602, 11068102310, 11087089601
Note: This element is commonly purchased alongside the 280148 thermal cut-off kit (8557403 high-limit thermostat and 8318314 thermal fuse), since these components attach to the heating element assembly and often warrant replacement at the same time. Always verify your full model number before ordering. Contact our support team with your model number if you're unsure.
Key Features
- Choice-tier replacement heating element assembly — housing, coil, and insulators included
- Resolves "no heat," "insufficient heat," and "drying takes too long" symptoms caused by a burned-through coil
- Rated 5400W, 240V
- Direct drop-in replacement — no modification required
- Replaces WP8544771, 8544771, W10836011, WP8544771VP, 1180054, AP6013115, AWP48654, DE4771, EAP11746337, PAT NO 7154072, PD00002399, PS11746337
- Compatible with Whirlpool, Maytag, Kenmore, Amana, Crosley, and Inglis electric dryers
- Manufactured by an independent supplier to equivalent fit, form, and function specifications
- Typically a 30 to 60 minute DIY repair
Product Specifications
| Part Number | 8544771CM |
| OEM Part Number | WP8544771 |
| Part Type | Dryer Heating Element Assembly |
| Designation | Choice |
| Wattage | 5400 W |
| Voltage | 240V |
| Includes | Housing, heating coil, insulators |
| Dimensions | Approx. 14.1" x 6.3" x 2.3" |
| Related Part | 280148 thermal cut-off kit (8557403 thermostat + 8318314 fuse, sold separately) |
| Repair Difficulty | Easy to Moderate — 30 to 60 minutes |
| Quantity | 1 heating element assembly |
| Compatible Brands | Whirlpool, Maytag, Kenmore, Amana, Crosley, Inglis |
Installation Notes
Frequently Asked Questions
My dryer isn't heating. Should I replace the heating element first?
Not necessarily as your first step. Per Whirlpool's own guidance, while a failed heating element can cause a no-heat symptom, it's not actually the most common cause — a blown thermal fuse is more frequently the reason a dryer stops heating. It's worth checking the thermal fuse first, since it's a simpler and less expensive part to test and replace.
Is there an easier way to release the rear clip without removing the back cover?
Yes. One customer found that the clip at the back of the heating element assembly, where it connects to the warm air duct, can be released from the front of the dryer using a piece of 1/4" dowel or rod, avoiding the need to remove the back cover separately. They only discovered this after already taking the back cover off, so it's worth trying this approach first.
Should I replace the thermal fuse and thermostat while I'm in there?
It's worth considering. Since the thermal cut-off fuse and high-limit thermostat typically attach directly to the heating element assembly, one customer chose to replace both at the same time as the element, even though they were still technically working, simply because they were already accessible during the same repair. Our 280148 kit bundles the matching 8557403 thermostat and 8318314 fuse for this exact purpose.
What does "Choice" mean for this part?
Choice parts are manufactured by an independent supplier, different from the appliance's original manufacturer, and built to equivalent fit, form, and function specifications. This gives you a dependable, lower-cost alternative to a Genuine OEM part, distinct from our OE parts, which are sourced from the same supplier as the original manufacturer.
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