Disassembly Procedures
!WARNING
To avoid risk of electrical shock, personal injury or death; disconnect power to unit before servicing.
Four
Screws
6.From back of dryer, remove four screws holding Tumbler Back Assembly.
7.Remove the assembly.
Note: When reinstalling, the seal will be mounted to the tumbler back in a clockwise rotation. Start at the 11:00 position and place under the locking tabs.
The seal will overlap 1 1/4". The coated side (which is the lighter of the two colors) goes against the tumbler. The seal is then looped in a "U" shape so the lighter colored side is against the tumbler back as it is slid in place under the tabs. Bend tabs back over seal with a
Roller and Bearing Assembly
1.Disconnect power supply to unit.
2.Remove Front Shroud/ Assembly
3.Remove Tumbler and Belt.
4.Remove retaining ring from groove in shaft
5.Remove fiber washer and roller.
6.Remove nut securing roller shaft.
Back Seal
1.Disconnect power supply to unit.
2.Remove Tumbler Back Assembly.
Note: For ease in servicing, we recommend removal of the Tumbler Back Assembly from the dryer. This will ensure the felt seal is secured properly.
3.Remove the old felt seal by prying the locking tabs out with a
Note: Pay close attention to the location of the seal overlap. This will be important as you install the new seal.
Felt
Tumbler Rides on
Rear Bulkhead
Nut
Washer
Roller Shaft
Roller
Fiber Washer
Retaining Ring
Note: There is a spacer behind the roller. When replacing parts, be certain of the order of the replacement.
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