Product review (4 stars): If element failed you should probably change thermostat as well
I have fixed a few of these now. Different models and makes for family and friends. My advice to you all is that if the element has failed it is very possibly do to a bad thermostat or clogged up vents or both causing it to overheat so when replacing the element I would always change the thermostat as well and for safety and best operation make sure the air flow is not hindered at all at intake or exhaust vent. Or you will put in new element and be replacing it again in a few months....hope this gives you something to think about. Those additional components will cost you a few extra dollars and a little more time but the likely hood that you will have to do it again diminishes considerably :-)