Frigidaire FAQE7001LW1 dryer Parts

Replacing the heating element in a Frigidaire dryer like model FAQE7001LW1 typically costs $200 to $400 total (part plus labor). If you do it yourself, you usually pay $80 to $200 for the part; a service call and labor often add $150 to $250.

• DIY vs. technician: labor is the biggest cost driver.
• Electric vs. gas dryer: electric models use a heating element; gas models use an igniter, coils, and a burner assembly.
• What failed with the heater: a blown thermal limiter or high-limit thermostat can mimic a bad element.
• Vent restriction: overheating from poor airflow can take out the new heater again.
• Bundled repairs: techs often replace multiple heat-safety parts together.

We recommend these checks first because they commonly cause “no heat” complaints:

• Clean the lint screen and confirm strong airflow at the outside vent.
• Verify the cycle and temperature settings (some cycles limit heat).
• Check for error indications and interpret them using Frigidaire dryer error codes.
• Inspect heat-safety components; on this model, common related parts include the dryer inlet thermal limiter 137032600 and kelvinator dryer high-limit thermostat 3204267.

A dryer that overheats due to a clogged vent can repeatedly trip thermal safety devices and shorten the life of a new heater. Following the venting and safety guidance in the FAQE7001LW1 installation guide helps prevent repeat failures.

Last updated: February 2026

To remove the front on your Frigidaire dryer model FAQE7001LW1, we unplug power first, then remove the door (if needed) and take out the front panel mounting screws; once the wiring is free, lift the front panel up and out to remove it. See the FAQE7001LW1 installation guide for safety notes and fastener locations.

• Turn off power at the breaker, then unplug the dryer.
• If you have a gas model, shut off the gas supply valve before moving the dryer.
• Wear cut-resistant gloves; cabinet edges can be sharp.
• Label any wires you disconnect so they go back to the same terminals.
• Keep screws grouped by location so reassembly is straightforward.

1. Protect the surface: Lay a towel on the floor or on top of the dryer.
2. Remove the door (recommended):
   • Open the door.
   • Remove the two hinge screws (remove the lower screw first, then the upper).
   • Lift the door and hinge upward about 3/8 inch to release the hinge “T” post from the “T” slot.
3. Access the front panel fasteners:
   • Remove the front panel mounting screws.
   • If a wire harness is secured to the front panel, cut/remove the zip tie only if necessary.
4. Disconnect wiring as needed:
   • Unplug the door switch connector if it prevents panel removal.
5. Lift off the front panel:
   • Pull the panel slightly forward, then lift up and out of the retaining tabs.

Removing the front panel is the starting point for common repairs like replacing a worn belt, noisy drum support rollers, or a failed door switch. Correct disassembly prevents broken tabs, pinched wires, and reassembly issues.

Last updated: February 2026

On your Frigidaire dryer, the model number is typically printed on a rating label around the door opening; on the FAQE7001LW1, check along the top edge of the door opening first. Use that exact model number when ordering parts like a drum belt or door switch.

Check these common label locations in this order:

• Top of the door opening (most common on this style)
• Inside the door opening on the cabinet frame (left or right side)
• Behind the door on the inner front panel area
• On the back panel near the power cord entry (less common)
• On the side panel near the bottom edge (less common)

Record the information exactly as shown so we can match the correct diagrams and parts.

• Model number (example: FAQE7001LW1)
• Serial number
• Any revision or suffix characters
• Fuel type (gas or electric), if listed

Frigidaire dryers can use different components across close model variations. Confirming the exact model number helps us match the right maintenance and repair parts, such as the dryer door switch 134813601 or the correct belt routing and service steps in the FAQE7001LW1 installation guide.

Last updated: February 2026