Whirlpool WGD4950HW Repair Guide
A 7.0 cu ft gas dryer with moisture sensing, the gas counterpart to Whirlpool’s volume electric models. Gas adds the burner assembly and its characteristic heat soak failures.
Whirlpool WGD4950HW is a gas dryer, 7.0 cu ft dryer sold 2019 to present. Its most common repair is heats briefly then blows cold, usually $150 to $315.
- 5 common problems with causes, fixes and costs below.
- 4 error codes decoded.
- A dryer like this lasts about 12 to 18 years.
- OEM part numbers listed and checked against two suppliers.
Common problems & typical repair costs
| Problem | Likely cause | Typical fix | OEM part # | Typical cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heats briefly then blows cold | Gas valve solenoid coils failing when hot | Replace the valve coil kit | not listed | $150 to $315 |
| Igniter glows but burner never lights | Weak igniter or failed coils | Replace igniter and/or coils as measured | not listed | $150 to $325 |
| No heat at all | Thermal fuse open from restricted airflow | Replace fuse and thermostat. Clear the vent | WP3392519replaces 3392519, 3388651, 694511, 80005⚠ A thermal fuse never fails without a reason, find and clear the airflow restriction that opened it, or it will blow again | $130 to $285 |
| Long drying times | Vent duct restricted | Full vent cleanout | not listed | $100 to $220 |
| Thumping or squealing | Rollers, idler or belt worn | Fit the maintenance kit | not listed | $150 to $305 |
Costs are national averages for professional repair (parts + labor). See the linked cost guides below for full breakdowns.
Error codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| F0 E1 | Airflow restriction |
| F3 E1 | Moisture sensor fault |
| F3 E4 | Thermistor fault |
| PF | Power failure |
Tech notes
Heat that works for a few minutes then quits, worsening as the machine warms, is the classic heat soak failure of gas valve coils. Watch the burner. Glow, ignition, then flame out after a few cycles.
Sources
Where the safety, regulatory and warranty claims on this page come from. Repair costs are our own figures based on Arizona market rates and OEM parts pricing.
- Home Fires Involving Clothes Dryers and Washing Machines National Fire Protection Association Dryer fire incidence, and failure to clean as the leading contributing factor.
- Carbon Monoxide Safety Guide U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Carbon monoxide risk from gas cooking and heating appliances.
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