Heating element
Heats the air. Clothes still damp after a full timed cycle usually point here.
Thermistor
Controls the heat. A dryer that runs too hot or won't heat points here.
Idler pulley
Replaces W10547287
Thumping or squealing during a cycle points to worn rollers, pulleys or bearings.
Blower wheel
Replaces W10211915
Moves air through the drum. Long drying times and rattling point here.
Thermal cut-off fuse kit
Replaces 8318314
Controls the heat. A dryer that runs too hot or won't heat points here.
Thermal fuse
Replaces W10693363
Controls the heat. A dryer that runs too hot or won't heat points here.
Moisture sensor
Controls the heat. A dryer that runs too hot or won't heat points here.
Idler pulley
Thumping or squealing during a cycle points to worn rollers, pulleys or bearings.
Motor pulley
Thumping or squealing during a cycle points to worn rollers, pulleys or bearings.
Power cord
The power cord made for this model.
1Heating elementWP8544771
2ThermistorWP8577274
3Idler pulleyW10837240
4Blower wheelWP697772Part numbers come from the Sears PartsDirect parts list for the Maytag MED8200FC0 (view the list), checked November 15, 2026. Amazon buttons open a search for the part number; we may earn a commission.
Where the model number is
Inside the door opening, on the frame or the back of the door. Older models: on the back panel near the cord.