WP3387223 Whirlpool Moisture Sensor

Moisture Sensor Overview:
Whirlpool offers a range of products under various brand names including Whirlpool, Amana, KitchenAid, Maytag, Jenn-Air, Magic Chef, Roper, and Admiral. Additionally, Whirlpool manufactures components for Sears-Kenmore and Ikea. One such component is the Moisture Sensor Bar, designed as an original equipment manufacturer (OEM) replacement part for dryers. Positioned within the dryer drum, this sensor monitors the moisture level of clothing during the drying process. It operates by using sensors or probes to determine the dryness of the clothes, signaling the dryer to stop once the selected dryness level is achieved.

Signs of a malfunctioning moisture sensor bar are:
- The dryer does not automatically stop at the end of a cycle, which may result in over-dried clothes.
- Drying cycles are unusually long.
- The dryer fails to accurately detect moisture levels, preventing it from ending the cycle automatically.

The primary reasons for a moisture sensor bar malfunction typically include normal wear and tear. Additionally, accumulations of dust or lint can impair the sensor's ability to deliver precise readings.

This replacement part is also suitable for use in appliances from Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Magic Chef, Admiral, Norge, Roper, and Kenmore.