The Thermal Fuse Assembly is an OEM replacement part for Whirlpool clothes dryers. It provides overheating protection for heating elements and motors inside the dryer chamber.   Causes of a faulty fuse can include normal wear from consistent temperature exposure. Overheating events may also burn out the fuse prematurely. Symptoms of an issue include:  Inability to achieve proper drying temperatures Repeated shutoffs or interruptions of cycles   Loose connection or missing fuse placement This OEM fuse assembly is also compatible with Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Magic Chef, Admiral, Norge, and Roper models.Part Number WP35001193 (AP6008689) replaces 35001193, 1185515, DC96-00887A, PS11741829.