Whirlpool · Dryer part

Flat Style Igniter 4391996

4.9 · 123 buyer ratings on the source catalog

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Reference price$16.43–$36.64

Catalog price as of 2026-05; not a live Amazon price.

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Part number
4391996
Brand
Whirlpool
Made for
Dryer
Fits
601 models
Also sold as
Jenn-Air, Maytag
Replaces
W10135699, W10549845
  • Fitment checked against 601 models
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Does it fit your appliance?

Find it on the data plate inside the door or lid. It is not the serial number.

About this part

4391996 is a Whirlpool replacement part (flat style igniter) for dryers. Our fitment data lists 601 models that use it.

This burner igniter (part number 4391996) is for dryers. Burner igniter 4391996 lights the gas burner to heat the dryer during the cycle. Disconnect the power before installing this part. Wear work gloves to protect your hands.

Symptoms this part fixes

  • Dry
  • If the igniter is

How to confirm it has failed

Symptom: A small mechanical or mounting part has failed, cracked, or gone missing.

Check: Compare the physical shape and mounting points to the original piece, and confirm the exact part number against your model plate before ordering.

Models that use this part

Showing 60 of 601 confirmed models, models with their own parts page first.
ModelBrandApplianceParts on file
LDE8506ACMWhirlpoolDryer161
LDE5914ACEWhirlpoolDryer155
MDE5000AYWWhirlpoolDryer142
MDE4000AZQWhirlpoolDryer137
LDE9316ACEWhirlpoolDryer100
LSG7804AAEWhirlpoolWasher89
LSG7800AALMaytag—85
DG382WhirlpoolDryer83
GDG7600WhirlpoolDryer82
LSE1000WhirlpoolWasher81
LSE2700WWhirlpoolWasher78
DG482WhirlpoolDryer77
LSG7806ABMWhirlpoolWasher77
DG303WhirlpoolDryer72
LSG2700WJenn-Air—66
ESG9900WhirlpoolWasher62
LSG2704WWhirlpoolWasher62
LSG7806ABEWhirlpoolWasher62
LDE9806ACEWhirlpoolDryer57
LSG7800AAEWhirlpoolWasher57
Show all 60 models
ModelBrandApplianceParts on file
LSG7806ABQWhirlpoolWasher55
LSG7806AAEWhirlpoolWasher53
LSG9904AAEWhirlpoolWasher53
LDE5005ACEWhirlpoolDryer51
MDE6657BYQWhirlpoolDryer50
MDE7400AYQWhirlpoolDryer49
LSG7806AAQWhirlpoolWasher48
LSG9904AAMMaytag—48
MDE6000AUWWhirlpoolDryer48
LSG9900WhirlpoolWasher45
LSG9900AALWhirlpoolWasher45
LDE4916ACEWhirlpoolDryer44
LDE7304AGEWhirlpoolDryer44
LDE5916ACEWhirlpoolDryer43
LDG8506AAMWhirlpoolDryer43
LSG7800AAWMaytag—43
LSG7804AALWhirlpoolWasher42
GDG810WhirlpoolDryer41
LSG7804ABMWhirlpoolWasher41
DG610WhirlpoolDryer40
LSG7804ABEWhirlpoolWasher40
DG612WhirlpoolDryer39
LDE8706ACEWhirlpoolDryer38
LSG7800ABLMaytag—38
DG210WhirlpoolDryer37
DG409WhirlpoolDryer36
LDE6914ACEWhirlpoolDryer36
MDE5000AYQMaytagDryer36
DG810WhirlpoolDryer35
GDG410WhirlpoolDryer35
LDE4910ACLWhirlpoolDryer35
LDE8606ACEWhirlpoolDryer35
DG212WhirlpoolDryer34
DG408WhirlpoolDryer34
GDG712WhirlpoolDryer34
LDE8616ACEWhirlpoolDryer34
LDE8804ACLWhirlpoolDryer34
LDG7800AAWWhirlpoolDryer34
LDG7800ABWWhirlpoolDryer34
DG110WhirlpoolDryer33

Part numbers it replaces

The manufacturer lists 4391996 as the replacement for these earlier part numbers. Substitute parts can look different from the original but serve the same function.

  • W10135699 — Affresh Washing Machine Cleaner - 3 pack
  • W10549845 — Affresh Washer Cleaner, 3-pack W10549845

Installation

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Before you order

  • Match the part number character for character, including dashes and trailing letters; a single different character is usually a different part.
  • Confirm your appliance's model number on its data plate and check that it appears in the list above (or use the model lookup tool).
  • If a seller offers a substitute number, check that it appears in this page's replacement list or in the manufacturer's documentation.

Model lookup tool

Frequently asked questions

Which models does 4391996 fit?

Our fitment data lists 601 models that use 4391996, including LDE8506ACM, LDE5914ACE, MDE5000AYW. Enter your model number in the fit checker on this page to confirm.

Which part numbers does 4391996 replace?

4391996 replaces W10135699, W10549845. If your original part carries one of those numbers, 4391996 is the current replacement.

What symptoms point to a failed flat style igniter?

The source catalog links this part to these symptoms: dry, if the igniter is.

How much does 4391996 cost?

Catalog prices on file range $16.43–$36.64 (as of 2026-05). The current Amazon price can differ, so check it before you order.