Part Reference
Samsung part DC97-14486A is a genuine dryer heater-duct and heating-element assembly used on compatible electric dryers. Unlike the bare DC47-00019A element, DC97-14486A is sold as a more complete heater assembly on reviewed OEM listings.
What Comes With DC97-14486A?
PartSelect describes the genuine assembly as the heater duct/housing with the heating-element coil and attached insulators, while AppliancePartsPros identifies its listing as a genuine Samsung heating-element assembly and says it includes thermostats. Check the exact seller description before ordering because a bare element and a complete heater assembly are not the same purchase.
Current Prices for DC97-14486A
DC97-14486A Replacement and Cross-Reference Numbers
Reviewed distributor listings cross-reference DC97-14486A with DC97-08891A, DC97-14486D, AP4342351, 1795935 and PS4220205. Use the complete dryer model to verify fit before ordering.
Symptoms That Can Point to DC97-14486A
- Dryer tumbles but does not heat.
- Clothes take unusually long to dry after airflow has been checked.
- Heater-circuit testing identifies a failure in the assembly.
- Visible heater damage during inspection.
Does DC97-14486A Fit My Samsung Dryer?
Verify the full dryer model. Reviewed listings show DC97-14486A on Samsung-built dryers sold under Samsung and some other brands, but Samsung heater configurations vary by platform and revision.
Not Sure Whether You Need the Element or Complete Assembly?
Send the complete model number and describe what testing has already been done. That helps distinguish the bare DC47-00019A element from a complete heater-assembly repair.
Ask an Appliance Technician — FreeDC97-14486A FAQ
Is DC97-14486A the same thing as DC47-00019A?
No. DC47-00019A is commonly sold as the heating element itself, while reviewed DC97-14486A listings describe a more complete heater-duct or heating-element assembly.
Does no heat automatically mean DC97-14486A is bad?
No. Verify the dryer power supply, thermal devices, wiring, controls and heater circuit.
Should the dryer vent be checked?
Yes. Restricted airflow can cause long dry times and contribute to overheating.