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Drum Belt
The drum belt extends from the motor pulley to
around the perimeter of the dryer drum.
Note: If removing the drum belt to remove the drum,
it would be benefi cial to support the motor with
the special tool as described in this section before
removing the belt.
To remove the drum belt:
1. Remove the top cover, control panel, and drum
support assembly. (See Top Cover, Control Panel,
and Drum Support Assembly.)
2. Pull up on the front blower cover to remove the
cover tabs from the base.
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4. From the rear of the cabinet, peel back the
wiring grommet from the wiring entry opening.
5. Pull the wiring thru the wiring entry opening.
6. Remove the Phillips-head screw and thermistor
from the back of the dryer.
Thermistor
Drum Belt
Drum Belt
Motor Pulley
Front Blower Cover
Wiring Grommet
3. Pull on the drum belt to roll drum belt from
motor pulley.
Rear Blower Wheel
The rear blower wheel can be replaced without
removing the motor assembly.
To remove the rear blower wheel:
1. Remove the back cover. (See Back Cover.)
2. Remove the 14-mm nut that secures the rear
blower wheel to the motor shaft. (Turn nut
clockwise to remove.)
3. Pull the rear blower wheel off of the motor shaft.
14-mm Nut