Hoover Tumble Dryer 2100W Heater Element The dryer element is an important component of your tumble dryer, as without it your clothes take longer to dry. Some signs that the element is faulty are that clothes take an unusually long time to dry, or there is a lack of heat when the dryer door is opened mid cycle. Please check model fit list to ensure this part is correct for your model. Specifications: 2100 watts PLEASE NOTE: This part is now a 3 wire and not a 4 wire. Also Known As: Heater Element