Dryers do not open from the back
the screws removed secure parts to the inside of the case
carefully replace them.
to opent the front of the dryer
unplg dryer
type I: maytag:kenmore stackable:speedqueen:
- remove 2 screws from bottom of front panel, swing front panel out at bottom and unhook from dop
- remove door switch wires from switch
- remove front panel set aside
type II: Kenmore:whirlpool:ge:frigidaire
- remove lint filter
- remove 2 screws in lint filter holder
- with putty knife or other blunt blade
depress spring catches at corners of top cover
- lift top cover at front
- remove 1screw each side 1/3 way down
- remove door switch wires
- remove front panel set aside
dryer internals are exposed and easily repairable
examine back panel to ensure that nothing is detached from screw removal
assemble in reverse order
Note:
while the dryer is disassembled, examine felts rollers and glides for wear, most common cause of belt breakage, if there is any wear, replace.
examine fan, fan housing and ducting for lint that got past the filter screen.
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