💙High Limit Thermostat is used on some Amana, Maytag, Samsung and Whirlpool Clothes Dryer models.
💙The thermostat has a limit of 260°F and a differential of 50 degrees. And the heating element will cut out at 260 degrees and cycle back on once the internal temperature drops by 50 degrees.
💙The function of High-limit thermostat DC47-00018A is to shuts off the heating element or burner when the dryer overheats.