Whirlpool WED87HED Dryer Heating Element Testing and Replacement

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Test the heating element

These steps will require a multimeter. If you aren't familiar with how to use one, here is a guide that will help you
You will first check the resistance between the middle common terminal and each of the element terminals.
The resistance should be about 20 ohms (Ω). If the resistance is less than 18 Ω, or greater than 25 Ω, you should replace the element.

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