How To: Samsung Thermal Fuse DC47-00016A

[@PXstella]

Thank you so much for this video, I was able to reach behind the blower and replace the fuse without removing the drum. Was only able to do it that way, because your video showed me exactly where it was.

[@ericfillion8762]

Same thing for me. Just remove the front panel.

[@anneka3900]

Thanks for the video. All the zoomed in shots made it very clear whichever step you were on. 16$ for the part, saved me some serious 💰💰💰

[@appliancepartspros]

You are very welcome. Glad we were able to help you. If there is anything we can help you with in the future please let us know.

[@YouUrdang]

This was *AWESOME*. My dryer works perfectly now.THANK YOU!!!

[@XeonProductions]

Kinda ridiculous you have to take nearly the entire dryer apart just to replace that fuse. They really don't want you repairing this thing.

[@sunshynff]

Was thinking the same exact thing, jeez, what pain.

[@hammerhambone]

This video inspired me! Very good - thank you. I diagnosed the problem to be the thermal fuse based on video's but when I got the dryer apart I saw that the belt had snapped. I obviously replaced BOTH. Great sense of accomplishment thanks for making it so easy:) BTW the belt was stock at Lowes (take your old one! serial #'s won't help w/this part - only size). It was not at many of the places the web showed it to be at.

[@uta07maybe]

Thank you so much!!!! This was the problem and saved me sooo much money. It's really not hard to do yourself. Give it a try. Cheap part is worth the gamble. Saved me hundreds.

[@ms38355]

The technician stated, "a thermal fuse is a safety device that SHORTS OUT if it gets over a certain temp." Unless this fuse is different, all good fuses are shorted and open when they go bad.

[@James-gg4ld]

That is correct! I really wish people who present themselves ad 'experts' would be sure their facts are correct. A fuse, in general, is always shorted so the circuit will operate. Most are familiar with fuses in older homes and breakers in more modern homes that protect an electrical circuit from drawing too much "current" [measured in Amps], they are 'shorted' or have continuity if good or set, and are 'open' or no continuity if bad or tripped. If a device draws too much current, thus presenting a hazard, the fuse or breaker will 'open' cutting the current flow off to protect the device and the surrounding environment. Thermal fuses will 'open' if the "temperature" of the fuse exceeds it rating, say 102°C [216°F]. Thermal fuses are self-destructive, as in if failed they need to be replaced. Determine the cause of the failure before replacing a thermal fuse otherwise it will just 'blow' again. These are safety protection devices that monitor the heat level and therefore need to be located near the source of heat and are intentionally not convenient to replace.

[@dwaynebohn6337]

This was the best. My wife fixed this on her own and was successful. Thanks for the super instructions. I have to agree with the other replies- last time I buy a samsung!! 4th time this part has been changed.

[@appliancepartspros]

Glad we could help! If you purchase a different brand next time, we can help with it too! :)

[@alanh4866]

Great video......couldn't have done it without you!!!!! Unfortunately, this was not the fix, and I think i'll have to replace the thermostat......last time I buy Samsung....this is my third appliance I've had issues with......

[@appliancepartspros]

Glad we could help, though we're sorry it didn't fix it! If you want, you can always give us a call at 1-877-477-7278 or you can chat us at our website: www.appliancepartspros.com/. We offer free technical advice and diagnosis. We also have a free repair forum where the techs can help you troubleshoot problems: forum.appliancepartspros.com/. We’re here to help 7 days a week.

[@ellenfielder2717]

@@appliancepartspros Can you please tell me where the temp.sensor is located on a front load Samsung dryer. All my thermistor and limits are closed.

[@shiniquajones2812]

@@appliancepartspros At 5:56 what is the other sensor with the blue and red wire right next to the thermal fuse?

[@jharris3520]

Great video. Followed this step by step and replaced the fuse. After reassembly I am now getting the "do" code indicating a door issue? Any tips for what to look for to fix that code?

[@appliancepartspros]

What is the model number of your appliance?

[@jharris3520]

@@appliancepartspros , I got it resolved. Turns out the door connector switch wire came undone when I reassembled the front bulkhead. Reassembled correctly and I was good to go

[@lamalicia6045]

Does it matter what side the connectors go. How do we know what side of the fuse goes upwards ?

[@MattRial]

My dryer display is not turning ON, and the display dosen't show anything. I am sure it gets power because the door lamp turns on and I checked and found that the plug and cord are fine. How could I check and see the broken part? Is this due to bad thermal fuse? Thank you.

[@shiniquajones2812]

At 5:56 what is the other sensor with the blue and red wire right next to the thermal fuse?

[@appliancepartspros]

That appears to be a thermostat.

[@Aikidoman06]

Line fuse is no longer available. Build your own with a fuse holder and a 10amp fuse. Cheep and easy

[@appliancepartspros]

The thermal fuse being replaced in this video is actually available here: www.appliancepartspros.com/samsung-thermal-fuse-dc47-00016a-ap4201894.html

[@James-gg4ld]

A line fuse is NOT a thermal fuse. You cannot replace a thermal fuse in the manner you are suggesting.

[@tamishapatterson252]

My control panel is fighting me....I am trying to disassemble my dryer for repairs and it won't budge...I'm trying not to damage it by pulling it too hard

[@appliancepartspros]

If you need additional help with the repair, you can give us a call at 1-877-477-7278 or you can chat us at our website: www.appliancepartspros.com/. We’re here to help 7 days a week.

[@mholbrook832]

I replaced the fuse, thermistor, and heating element, and my dryer heated for maybe 15 seconds and then went cold again. Any ideas?

[@appliancepartspros]

Without knowing what you have, I would suggest posting the problem along with the appliance model number on our repair forum and the techs can help you troubleshoot the problem. forum.appliancepartspros.com/

[@blairmecdowell5499]

not working at all or would it tumble?

[@appliancepartspros]

It could go either way. Some customers with a defective dryer thermal fuse have a unit that will still tumble as normal, but will not heat. Otherwise, it will not start or complete a cycle. If you would like help diagnosing whether this is the part that's giving your dryer problems, we'd be happy to help you out with that! We offer free technical advice and diagnosis. You can give us a call at 1-877-477-7278 or you can chat us at our website: www.appliancepartspros.com/. We will need your model number. You can use this tool on our website to help you find the model number: www.appliancepartspros.com/modelnumber_locator.aspx

[@deflipo35]

I have part number Samsung DC47-00015A and there are two screws used to mount the fuse rather than a tab with a single screw so I am not sure how to orientate the fuse, can anybody help?

[@appliancepartspros]

+Nick DiFilippo There is no left or right with this fuse you can just mount it and reconnect the wires.

[@deflipo35]

+AppliancePartsPros thanks guys!

[@johnprince2038]

Nick DiFilippo llk

[@roshunepp]

Why doesn't my panel come off this easy?

[@appliancepartspros]

What is your model number?

[@stuuuporman]

should have said how to test. Otherwise, this info is useless for the Samsung Thermal Fuse DC47-00016A

[@DollarHound]

Completely unnecessary to remove the drum! Why teach people that lol

[@appliancepartspros]

Our videos are generic videos to give you an idea of how the repair is done. The repair could be different on the different models. So if your unit is different you may not have to remove the drum.

[@DollarHound]

@@appliancepartspros😂 on the dryer you show, you don’t have to take it out.

[@appliancepartspros]

On some models you may have to take the drum out to access the part. If you don't have to remove the drum to access your part, don't remove it. We are just showing how to remove in case some models require you to remove it, or maybe someone just wants more room to move around when they remove the part.

[@lalva2024]

ALL OF THAT JUST TO REPLACE A THERMAL FUSE?!! HORRIBLE DESIGN IN MY BOOK

[@appliancepartspros]

It does take a lot to get to that part. If there is anything we can help you with in the future please let us know.

[@lalva2024]

@ maybe a possible retrofit to extend the fuse leads to a more manageable area within the chassis? Just an idea..💡