Things You'll Need:
- Dryer
- Tools
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Step 1
Dryer PartsHey All,
1: Unplug the dryer or turn off power at the electrical service panel. (Circuit Breaker)
2: Unscrew the control console at each end. Fasteners will be at the bottom front, top, or the sides. -
Step 2
3: Place the console face down on a soft towel or other cushion on top of the dryer for further disassembly and testing.
4: Remove the console's rear panel to access the start switch, temperature selector, circuit diagram, and timer.
5: As needed, access the drum by removing a top-mounted lint screen (on some models), and pushing the blade of a putty knife between the dryer's top and body to disengage attachment clips. -
Step 3
6: As needed, remove the dryer's rear panel by moving the dryer away from the wall and removing any screws around the panel edges.
7: As needed, remove the toe panel by inserting a putty knife under the center top of the toe panel to catch the clip, then removing the panel.
8: As needed, remove the front panel by loosening screws at the panel corners to access the drum and motor. -
Step 4
You now can service the drive belt and idler pulley (below) or test the motor, heating element, and other components using a multimeter.
1: Remove the top panel or raise the top and remove the front panel (see above). -
Step 5
2: Support the dryer drum on a block of scrap wood.
3: Push the idler pulley toward the motor pulley to slacken the drive belt, then disengage the belt. -
Step 6
4: Inspect the idler bracket, pulley, and spring and adjust or replace as needed. Some idler pulleys are held in place by belt tension and others by spring tension.
