TO REPLACE THE REAR TUMBLER BEARING

1.Remove the tumbler pulley (follow tumbler pulley removal procedure).

2.Remove the four (4) bolts securing the bearing platform to the back of the dryer.

3.Loosen Allen screw securing bearing collar to the shaft.

4.Slide bearing collar off the tumbler support.

5.Pull bearing platform and bearing housing off of shaft.

NOTE: If any rust has developed, use an emery cloth to polish the shaft.

6.Remove bolts securing bearing housing to the bearing platform and remove the tumbler bearing.

7.Reverse procedure for installing the new tumbler bearing.

NOTE: Tighten bearing Allen screw from 80- to 90-inch pounds. Check alignment of pulleys before operating the dryer.

TO REPLACE THE FRONT TUMBLER BEARING

1.Remove tumbler pulley and bearing box (follow “TO REPLACE THE REAR TUMBLER BEARING” Steps #1 through #4).

2.Loosen Allen screw on rear tumbler bearing collar.

3.Slide collar off of the shaft.

NOTE: An alternative method would be to place a block of wood on the end of the tumbler shaft and strike it with a heavy hammer. To prevent damage to the shaft, the wheel puller method is preferred.

4.Remove the four (4) nuts securing the bearing to the dryer back and remove the bearing.

5.Reverse procedure for installing the new tumbler bearing.

NOTE: Tighten bearing Allen screw from 80- to 90-inch pounds. Check tension of belts and alignment of tumbler before operating the dryer.

6. Replace the back guard.

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AD-25, AD-30 specifications

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