Service
Home Laundry Dryers
Service Manual for
Amana®
Models and manufacturing
numbers in this manual are
shown on pages 4 and 5.
This manual is to be used by qualified appliance
technicians only. Amana does not assume any
responsibility for property damage or personal
injury for improper service procedures done by
an unqualified person.
RS3200001
Revision 3
(502992R3)
December 1996
Rev. 3
a WARNING
a WARNING
Failure to install, maintain, and/or operate this product according to the manufacturer's
To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:
instructions may result in conditions which can produce serious injury, death and/or
• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.
property damage.
• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.
• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.
Do not repair or replace any part of the product or attempt any servicing unless
• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be
specifically recommended or published in this Service Manual and that you understand
reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.
and have the skills to carry out.
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Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be
reconnected to ensure that the product is properly grounded and to reduce the risk of
fire, electric shock, serious injury, or death.
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a WARNING
Repairs that are made to your products by unqualified persons can result in hazards due
to improper assembly or adjustments subjecting you, or the inexperienced person
making such repairs, to the risk of serious injury, electrical shock, or death.
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a CAUTION
If you or an unqualified person perform service on your product, you must assume the
responsibility for any personal injury or property damage which may result. The
manufacturer will not be responsible for any injury or property damage arising from
improper service and/or service procedures.
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NOTE: The WARNINGS and IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS appearing in this manual are not meant to cover
all possible conditions and situations that may occur. It must be understood that common sense, caution
and carefulness are factors which CANNOT be built into these products. These factors MUST BE supplied
by the person(s) installing, maintaining or operating the product.
Always contact your dealer, distributor, service agent or the manufacturer about any problems or conditions you
do not understand.
In order to locate an authorized service agency, contact the dealer from whom you purchased this product or:
Consumer Affairs Dept. or 1-800-628-5782
2800 220th Trail CALL and ask for the
P.O. Box 8901 Consumer Affairs Department
Amana, Iowa 52204-0001
Users of products outside of the United States and Canada should contact:
INTERNATIONAL DIVISION
AMANA REFRIGERATION, INC.
2800 220th TRAIL
P.O. BOX 8901
AMANA, IOWA 52204-0001, USA
Telephone: (319) 622-5511
Facsimile: (319) 622-2180
Recognize Safety Symbols, Words and Labels
aDANGER — Immediate hazards which WILL result in serious injury or death.
aWARNING — Hazards or unsafe practices which COULD result in serious injury
or death.
aCAUTION — Hazards or unsafe practices which COULD result in minor or
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moderate injury or product or property damage.
Copyright 1996, Raytheon Appliances
All rights reserved. No part of the contents of this book may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means without the written
permission of the publisher.
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RS3200001 (502992R3)
a WARNING
Rev. 3
To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:
• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.
Nameplate Location ................................................4
• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.
Model Identification.................................................4
• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.
• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be
reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.
SECTION I — Grounding
1. Motor Mounting Bracket to Motor ......................6
2. Neutral at Terminal Block to Rear Bulkhead
and from Rear Bulkhead to
Control housing ..................................................7
3. Power Cord to Rear Bulkhead and from Rear
Bulkhead to Control Housing.
Wall Receptacle Polarity Check ........................7
4. From Rear Bulkhead to Timer Mounting
Bracket to Dryer Cabinet Top.
Timer Mounting Bracket to Graphic Panel........8
From Rear Bulkhead to Dryer Cabinet Top
to Electronic Control to Graphic Panel ..............8
SECTION II — Service Procedures
5. Control Hood Assembly .....................................9
6. Fluorescent Light Assembly ..............................9
7. Control Hood End Caps.....................................9
8. Graphics Panel.................................................10
9. Timer ................................................................10
10. Temperature Switch .........................................10
11. Signal Control ...................................................10
12. Printed Circuit Board ........................................10
13. Electronic Control .............................................10
14. Lint Filter ...........................................................15
15. Inner and Outer Door Panels
and Door Pull ...................................................16
16. Loading Door....................................................16
17. Door Strike .......................................................19
18. Door Seal .........................................................19
19. Front Panel and Panel Seal ............................20
20. Door Switch ......................................................20
21. Strike Catch......................................................20
22. Door Hinge .......................................................22
23. Hold-Down Clips and Guide Lugs ...................22
24. Burner System Components............................23
25. Burner Housing and Heat Shroud ...................25
26. Limit Thermostat ..............................................25
27. Heating Element ...............................................25
28. Thermister or Thermostat and Heater .............26
29. Front Air Duct...................................................26
Table of Contents
30. Motor and Exhaust Assembly..........................27
31. Cabinet Top......................................................30
32. Cylinder Light ...................................................31
33. Cylinder Light Receptacle ................................31
34. Front Bulkhead Assembly................................32
35. Moisture Sensor ...............................................33
36. Cylinder Belt .....................................................34
37. Cylinder Assembly ...........................................35
38. Rear Seal .........................................................36
39. Cylinder Rollers ................................................38
40. Outlet Cover .....................................................38
41. Rear Bulkhead and Heater Box ......................39
42. Terminal Block or Power Cord ........................41
43. Terminal Block Terminals ................................43
44. Cabinet .............................................................43
45. Base..................................................................45
SECTION III — Adjustments
46. Leveling Legs ...................................................46
47. Burner Flame ...................................................47
SECTION IV — Test Procedures
48. Drive Motor .......................................................49
49. Burner System Operation ................................52
50. Electrical Circuit to Ignition System .................53
51. Gas Valve Coils ...............................................54
52. Sensor ..............................................................55
53. Igniter................................................................55
54. Temperature Switch .........................................55
55. Door Switch ......................................................56
56. Signal Control ...................................................56
57. Timer Contact Points .......................................56
58. Cycling or Limit Thermostat.............................56
59. Thermostat Heater ...........................................58
60. Thermal Fuse ...................................................59
61. Heater Assembly..............................................59
SECTION V — Service Helps
62. Motor Does Not Run ........................................60
63. Unit Stops in Cycle; Quits after a Couple
Loads; Has a Burning Smell; Cycles on
Motor Thermal Protector ..................................61
64. Motor Runs But Cylinder Does Not Turn ........61
65. Motor Does Not Stop .......................................62
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Rev. 3
66. Heating Assembly Does Not Heat
a WARNING
or Burner Does Not Ignite ...............................62
To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:
67. Igniter Does Not Glow .....................................63
• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.
• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.
68. Burner Ignites and Goes Out Repeatedly.......63
• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.
69. Igniter Glows But Burner Does Not Ignite .......63
• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be
70. Heater Assembly or Burner Shuts
reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.
Off Prematurely ................................................64
71. Heater Assembly or Burner Repeatedly
Cycles Off On Limit Thermostat ......................64
82. Heater Does Not Turn On or No Heat ............80
83. Improper Drying Temperature
or Dry Times ....................................................81
84. “oP” Appears in Time Display .........................83
85. “SH” Appears in Time Display.........................84
86. Dryer Goes Into Cool-Down in About
Five Minutes and Load is Not Dry ...................85
87. Control Replacement .......................................86
Electronic Control Board Replacement Report ......87
72. Heater Assembly or Burner Does Not
Shut Off ............................................................65
73. Clothes Do Not Dry..........................................65
74. Timer Does Not Advance in
Automatic Cycle ...............................................66
SECTION VIII — Service Procedures Unique to
the Electromechanical Dryers with Moisture
Sensor
75. Clothes Are Too Hot When Removed
From Dryer .......................................................66
88. Dryer Operation ................................................88
89. Automatic Cycles .............................................88
90. No Heat ............................................................88
SECTION VI — Internal Wiring of Dryer Motor
Switch ..............................................................67
91. Time Dry...........................................................88
92. Control Replacement .......................................89
93. Timer Contract Points ......................................90
94. Temp/Dryness Control Resistance Chart........91
SECTION VII — Service Procedures Unique
to the Electronic Control
Model Dryers
95. Timer Does Not Advance ................................92
96. Heater Does Not Turn On or No Heat ............93
97. Heater Assembly or Burner
Shuts Off Prematurely .....................................94
76. Electrical Service .............................................68
77. Grounding Instructions .....................................74
98. Clothes are Too Hot When
Removed From Dryer ......................................95
78. Failure Symptoms ............................................75
79. Blown Fuse or Tripped Circuit Breaker ...........77
80. Control Will Not Wake Up (No LED’s Light)
SECTION IX — Wiring Diagrams .........................96
After SELECT CYCLE Pad is Pressed ...........78
81. Control Wakes Up (When SELECT CYCLE
Pad is Pressed (But Motor Does Not
Start).................................................................79
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RS3200001 (502992R3)
a WARNING
Rev. 3
To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:
• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.
• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.
• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.
• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be
reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.
Nameplate Location
Model Identification
Information in this manual is applicable to these dryer models:
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Model
Number
CE4317L2 PCE4317L2 X P. X
CE4317W2 PCE4317W2 X P. X
CE8317W2 PCE8317W2 X P. X
CE8407W2 PCE8407W2 X P. X
CE8517W2 PCE8517W2 X S.S. X
CE9207W2 PCE9207W2 X S.S. X X
CG 8409W2 PCG8409W2 X P. X
LE4207L2 PLE4207L2 X P. X
LE4217*2 PLE4217*2 X P. X
LE4207W2 PLE4207W2 X P. X
LE4317L2 PLE4317L2 X P. X
LE7101LB PLE7101LB X P. X
LE7101WB PLE7101WB X P. X
LE7111LB PLE7111LB X P. X
LE7111LM PLE7111LM X P. X
LE7111WB PLE7111WB X P. X
LE7111WM PLE7111WM X P. X
LE7121LM PLE7121LM X P. X
LE7121WM PLE7121WM X P. X
LE7153LB PLE7153LB X S.S. X
LE7153LM PLE7153LM X S.S. X
LE7153WB PLE7153WB X S.S. X
LE7153WM PLE7153WM X S.S. X
LE7163LM PLE7163LM X S.S. X
LE7163WM PLE7163WM X S.S. X
LE8107*2 PLE8107*2 X U.P. X
LE8207*2 PLE8207*2 X P. X
LE8207*3 PLE8207*3 X P. X
LE8217*2 PLE8217*2 X P. X
LE8317L2 PLE8317L2 X P. X
LE8317W2 PLE8317W2 X P. X
P. Painted
S.S. Stainless Steel
U.P. Unpainted
Manufacturing
Number
Timer
Model
Electronic
Model
Cylinder
Electric
Heat
Gas
Heat
Moisture
Sensor
RS3200001 (502992R3)
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a WARNING
Rev. 3
Model
Number
To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:
LE8407L2 PLE8407L2 X P. X
• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.
• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.
LE8407W2 PLE8407W2 X P. X
• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.
LE8457L2 PLE8457L2 X P. X
• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be
LE8457W2 PLE8457W2 X P. X
reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.
LE8517L2 PLE8517L2 X S.S. X
Manufacturing
Number
Timer
Model
Electronic
Model
Cylinder
Electric
Heat
Gas
Heat
Moisture
LE8517W2 PLE8517W2 X S.S. X
LE8607L2 PLE8607L2 X S.S. X
LE8607W2 PLE8607W2 X S.S. X
LE9207L2 PLE9207L2 X S.S. X
LE9207W2 PLE9207W2 X S.S. X
LG4209L2 PLG4209L2 X P. X
LG4209W2 PLG4209W2 X P. X
LG4219*2 PLG4219*2 X P. X
LG4319L2 PLG4319L2 X P. X
LG4319W2 PLG4319W2 X P. X
LG8101LB PLG8101LB X P. X
LG8101WB PLG8101WB X P. X
LG8109*2 PLG8109*2 X U.P. X
LG8111LB PLG8111LB X P. X
LG8111LM PLG8111LM X P. X
LG8111WB PLG8111WB X P. X
LG 8111WM PLG8111WM X P. X
LG8121LM PLG8121LM X P. X
LG 8121WM PLG8121WM X P. X
LG8153LB PLG8153LB X S.S. X
LG8153LM PLG8153LM X S.S. X
LG8153WB PLG8153WB X S.S. X
LG 8153WM PLG8153WM X S.S. X
LG8163LM PLG8163LM X S.S. X
LG 8163WM PLG8163WM X S.S. X
LG8209*2 PLG8209*2 X P. X
LG8209*3 PLG8209*3 X P. X
LG8219*2 PLG8219*2 X P. X
LG8319L2 PLG8319L2 X P. X
LG8319W2 PLG8319W2 X P. X
LG8409L2 PLG8409L2 X P. X
LG8409W2 PLG8409W2 X P. X
LG8459L2 PLG8459L2 X P. X
LG8459W2 PLG8459W2 X P. X
LG8519L2 PLG8519L2 X S.S. X
LG8519W2 PLG8519W2 X S.S. X
LG8609L2 PLG8609L2 X S.S. X X
LG8609W2 PLG8609W2 X S.S. X X
LG9209L2 PLG9209L2 X S.S. X X
LG9209W2 PLG9209W2 X S.S. X X
P. Painted
S.S. Stainless Steel
U.P. Unpainted
Sensor
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RS3200001 (502992R3)
a WARNING
Rev. 3
To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:
• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.
• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.
• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.
• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be
a WARNING
reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:
• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.
• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.
• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.
• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be
reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.
1. MOTOR MOUNTING BRACKET TO MOTOR (Gas and Electric Models — Figure 1).
SECTION I
Grounding
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RS3200001 (502992R3)
Figure 1
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a WARNING
Rev. 3
To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:
• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.
• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.
• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.
• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be
reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.
2. NEUTRAL AT TERMINAL BLOCK TO REAR BULKHEAD AND FROM REAR BULKHEAD TO
CONTROL HOUSING (Electric Models Only — Figure 2).
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U.S. Models
Canadian Models
Figure 2
3. POWER CORD TO REAR BULKHEAD AND FROM REAR BULKHEAD TO CONTROL HOUSING. WALL
RECEPTACLE POLARITY CHECK (Gas Models Only — Figure 3).
Figure 3
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RS3200001 (502992R3)
a WARNING
Rev. 3
To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:
• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.
• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.
• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.
• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be
reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.
4. FROM REAR BULKHEAD TO TIMER MOUNTING BRACKET TO DRYER CABINET TOP. TIMER
MOUNTING BRACKET TO GRAPHIC PANEL (Mechanical Timer Model Dryers — Figure 4).
FROM REAR BULKHEAD TO DRYER CABINET TOP TO ELECTRONIC CONTROL TO GRAPHICS
PANEL (Electronic Control Model Dryers — Figure 4).
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RS3200001 (502992R3)
Figure 4
8
a WARNING
Rev. 3
To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:
• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.
• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.
• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.
• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be
reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.
a WARNING
To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:
• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.
• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.
• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.
• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be
reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.
IMPORTANT: When reference to direction (right or left) is made in this manual, it is from the operator’s
position facing the front of the dryer.
5. CONTROL HOOD ASSEMBLY
(Figures 5, 6, 7 and 8)
a. Remove three screws holding control hood
assembly to control hood rear panel.
b. Rotate assembly forward to access inner
wiring.
c. Disconnect wiring from inner components and
carefully remove components from control
hood assembly.
NOTE: Refer to appropriate wiring diagram when
rewiring component parts.
d. Rotate control hood assembly forward and lift
to free assembly from hold-down clips.
6. FLUORESCENT LIGHT ASSEMBLY (Models
containing fluorescent light only)
(Figures 6 and 7)
a. Remove three screws holding top cover to
control mounting plate. Rotate top cover
forward to release front edge of top cover
from top edge of diffuser, Figures 5, 6, 7 and
8.
b. Disconnect two wires from rocker switch
(located in diffuser).
c. Disconnect wires at disconnect blocks located
in control mounting plate.
d. Remove two screws holding fluorescent light
to control mounting plate.
e. Lift fluorescent light out of control mounting
plate.
Service Procedures
SECTION II
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7. CONTROL HOOD END CAPS
(Figures 5, 6, 7 and 8)
a. Remove three screws holding control hood
assembly to control hood rear panel.
b. Rotate assembly forward to access inner
wiring.
c. Disconnect wiring from inner components and
carefully remove components from control
hood assembly.
NOTE: Refer to appropriate wiring diagram when
rewiring component parts.
d. Remove two screws holding end cap to end
of mounting plate.
e. Carefully pry end cap from control mounting
plate and control panel.
NOTE: To re-assemble reverse the steps.
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RS3200001 (502992R3)
a WARNING
Rev. 3
To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:
• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.
• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.
• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.
• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be
reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.
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8. GRAPHICS PANEL
(Figures 5, 6, 7 and 8)
a. Remove three screws holding control hood
assembly to control hood rear panel.
b. Rotate assembly forward to access inner wiring.
c. Disconnect wiring from inner components and
carefully remove components from control
hood assembly.
NOTE: Refer to appropriate wiring diagram when
rewiring component parts.
d. Remove three screws holding top cover to
mounting plate. Rotate top cover forward to
release front edge of top cover from top edge
of diffuser, Figure 5, 6, 7 and 8.
e. Carefully remove two control knobs and timer
knob by pulling forward.
f. Remove screws holding end caps to mounting
plate and pry caps off mounting plate.
g. With graphics panel facing forward, rotate
control hood assembly forward to access tabs
holding graphics panel.
h. Bend graphics panel tabs until straight and
pull panel away from control mounting plate.
NOTE: To re-assemble reverse the steps.
9. TIMER
(Figures 5, 6 and 8)
a. Remove the three screws holding the control
assembly to the control hood rear panel,
Figures 5, 6 and 8.
b. Rotate assembly forward to access inner wiring.
c. Disconnect wiring from inner components and
carefully remove components from control
hood assembly.
NOTE: Refer to appropriate wiring diagram when
rewiring component parts.
e. Remove two screws holding timer to mounting
plate.
f. Remove knobs.
10.TEMPERATURE SWITCH
(Not included in electronic control models)
(Refer to Figures 5, 6 and 8)
a. Remove three screws holding control hood
assembly to control hood rear panel.
b. Rotate assembly forward to access inner
wiring.
c. Disconnect wiring from inner components and
carefully remove components from control
hood assembly.
NOTE: Refer to appropriate wiring diagram when
rewiring component parts.
d. Remove nut holding temperature switch to
control mounting plate.
e. Remove two screws holding temperature
switch bracket (if separate from temperature
switch) to control mounting plate.
f. Using a needle nose pliers, press in on
locking tabs holding temperature switch to
control mounting plate.
g. With locking tabs pressed in, rotate
temperature switch counterclockwise 1/4 turn
and remove switch out rear of control
mounting plate.
11.SIGNAL CONTROL
(Figures 5, 6 and 8)
a. Remove three screws holding control hood
assembly to control hood rear panel.
b. Rotate assembly forward to access inner
wiring.
d. Disconnect wires to the signal control.
NOTE: Refer to appropriate wiring diagram when
rewiring component parts.
e. Remove signal control knob.
f. Remove two screws holding the signal control
to the control mounting plate.
12.PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD
(Models with Moisture Sensor Only)
a. Remove three screws holding control hood
assembly to control hood rear panel.
b. Rotate assembly forward to access inner
wiring.
c. Pull printed circuit board forward to slide off
plastic support pegs.
13.ELECTRONIC CONTROL
(Figure 7)
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a WARNING
Rev. 3
To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:
• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.
• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.
• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.
• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be
reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.
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GRAPHIC PANEL, CONTROL HOOD AND CONTROLS
(Models LE7111*M, LG8111*M, LE8317*2, LG8319*2, LE4317*2, LE8407*2, LE8567*2,
LE8517*2, LG4319*2, LG8409*2, LG8459*2, LG8569*2, LG8519*2, CE4317*2,
CE8407*2, CE8517*2, CG8409*2, LE7111*B, LG8111*B and LE8457*2)
* Is for the color designator, “L” indicates ALMOND and “W” indicates WHITE color.
Figure 5
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RS3200001 (502992R3)
a WARNING
Rev. 3
To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:
• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.
• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.
• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.
• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be
reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.
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GRAPHIC PANEL, CONTROL HOOD AND CONTROLS
* Is for the color designator, “L” indicates ALMOND and “W” indicates WHITE color.
RS3200001 (502992R3)
(Models LE7163*M and LG8163*M)
Figure 6
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a WARNING
Rev. 3
To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:
• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.
• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.
• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.
• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be
reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.
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GRAPHIC PANEL, CONTROL HOOD AND CONTROLS
(Models LE9207*2, LG9209*2 and CE9207*2)
* Is for the color designator, “L” indicates ALMOND and “W” indicates WHITE color.
Figure 7
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RS3200001 (502992R3)
a WARNING
Rev. 3
To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:
• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.
• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.
• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.
• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be
reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.
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GRAPHIC PANEL, CONTROL HOOD AND CONTROLS
(Models LE8207*3, LG8209*3, LE8207*2, LG8209*2, L34217*2, LG4219*2, LE8217*2, LG8219*2,
LE8107*2, LG8109*2 LE4207*2, LE8607*2, LG4209*2, LG8609*2, LE7101*B, LG8101*B, LE7121*M,
LG8121*M, LE7153*M, LE7153*B, LG8153*M and LG8153*B)
* Is for the color designator, “L” indicates ALMOND and “W” indicates WHITE color.
RS3200001 (502992R3)
Figure 8
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a WARNING
Rev. 3
To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:
• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.
• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.
• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.
• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be
reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.
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14.LINT FILTER (Figure 9)
a. Open loading door.
b. Remove lint filter screws.
c. Lift lint filter cover out of lint filter.
d. Lift lint filter out of air duct.
a WARNING
When installing lint filter, be sure to
install the filter with the word “FRONT”
facing the front of the dryer. If filter
is installed backwards, lint will
accumulate in exhaust system,
increasing the risk of fire and machine
malfunction.
Figure 9
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Rev. 3
To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:
• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.
• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.
• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.
• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be
reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.
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15.INNER AND OUTER DOOR PANELS AND
DOOR PULL
IMPORTANT: Do not over-tighten screws when
reinstalling door pull.
a. Remove four screws holding door assembly to
hinges, Figure 9.
b. Remove screw from door pull, Figure 11, and
the remaining screws around the door
perimeter and separate panels, Figure 11.
16.LOADING DOOR
a. Open loading door.
b. Remove screws holding loading door to
hinges, Figure 9.
NOTE: All screws are interchangeable except for
the screw in the recessed door pull.
REVERSING DOOR PROCEDURE
The door on this dryer is completely reversible. To reverse door proceed as follows:
Figure 10
Figure 12
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Figure 11
Figure 13
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a WARNING
Rev. 3
To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:
• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.
• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.
• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.
• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be
reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.
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Figure 14
Figure 16
Figure 15
Figure 17
Figure 18
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a WARNING
Rev. 3
To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:
• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.
• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.
• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.
• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be
reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.
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Figure 19
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a WARNING
Rev. 3
To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:
• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.
• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.
• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.
• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be
reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.
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17.DOOR STRIKE
a. Open loading door.
b. Remove screw holding door strike and
bracket to loading door, Figure 19, and
remove strike and bracket.
NOTE: You may have to loosen the two screws
on end of door to allow for striker and bracket
removal.
18.DOOR SEAL
a. Open loading door.
b. Grasp either end of door seal at bottom of
door and remove seal from tabs on inner door
panel by gently pulling on the seal, Figure 20.
NOTE: When replacing seal, be sure seal is not
stretched or distorted and the groove in the seal
is installed on each tab on inner door panel,
Figure 20, and the split in the seal is at the
bottom of the door.
Figure 20
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Rev. 3
To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:
• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.
• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.
• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.
• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be
reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.
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19.FRONT PANEL AND PANEL SEAL
a. While supporting the lower access panel,
remove two screws from bottom edge of lower
access panel, Figure 22.
b. Gently lower the access panel to disengage
guide lugs from bottom edge of front panel.
c. Remove two screws holding bottom tabs on
front panel to dryer side panels, Figure 22.
Swing bottom of front panel away from dryer
far enough to disengage hold-down clips and
guide lugs from cabinet top.
d. Disconnect wires from door switch, Figure 21.
NOTE: Refer to appropriate wiring diagram when
rewiring switch.
e. Remove front panel seal from flange around
inside of door opening, Figure 22.
NOTE: Be sure seal is properly positioned when
installing on front panel.
20.DOOR SWITCH
a. While supporting the lower access panel,
remove two screws from bottom edge of lower
access panel, Figure 22.
b. Gently lower the access panel to disengage
guide lugs from bottom edge of front panel.
c. Remove two screws holding tabs on front
panel to dryer side panels, Figure 22. Swing
bottom of front panel away from dryer far
enough to disengage hold-down clips and
guide lugs from cabinet top.
d. Disconnect wires from door switch, Figure 21.
NOTE: Refer to appropriate wiring diagram when
rewiring switch.
e. Depress tabs on top and bottom of switch and
push out of front panel, Figure 21.
21.STRIKE CATCH
a. While supporting the lower access panel,
remove two screws from bottom edge of lower
access panel, Figure 22.
b. Gently lower the access panel to disengage
guide lugs from bottom edge of front panel.
c. Remove two screws holding bottom tabs on
front panel to dryer side panels, Figure 22.
Swing bottom of front panel away from dryer
far enough to disengage hold-down clips and
guide lugs from cabinet top.
d. Disconnect wires from door switch, Figure 21.
Figure 21
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NOTE: Refer to appropriate wiring diagram when
rewiring switch.
e. Depress tabs on top and bottom of catch and
push out of front panel, Figure 21.
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a WARNING
Rev. 3
To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:
• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.
• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.
• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.
• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be
reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.
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Figure 22
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a WARNING
Rev. 3
To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:
• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.
• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.
• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.
• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be
reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.
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22.DOOR HINGE
a. Open loading door and, while supporting door,
remove four screws holding door assembly to
hinges, Figure 23.
b. Remove four screws holding hinges to front
panel, Figure 23.
23.HOLD-DOWN CLIPS AND GUIDE LUGS
a. While supporting the lower access panel,
remove two screws from bottom edge of lower
access panel, Figure 22.
b. Gently lower the access panel to disengage
guide lugs from bottom edge of front panel.
c. Remove two screws holding bottom tabs on
front panel to dryer side panels, Figure 22.
Swing bottom edge of front panel away from
dryer far enough to disengage hold-down clips
and guide lugs from cabinet top.
d. Disconnect wires from door switch, Figure 21.
NOTE: Refer to appropriate wiring diagram when
rewiring switch.
e. Compress hold-down clips and remove from
slot in top flange of access panel or front
panel.
f. Remove four screws holding four guide lugs
to access panel or front panel, Figure 22.
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Figure 23
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a WARNING
Rev. 3
To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:
• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.
• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.
• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.
• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be
reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.
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24.BURNER SYSTEM COMPONENTS - Gas
Models
a. Complete Gas Valve Assembly.
(1)While supporting the lower access panel,
remove two screws from bottom edge of
lower access panel, Figure 22.
(2)Gently lower the access panel to
disengage guide lugs from bottom edge of
front panel.
(3)Close gas shut-off valve, disconnect igniter
wires at disconnect blocks, sensor wires
from flame sensor terminals, and wires
from gas valve coils at the quick
disconnect blocks, Figure 24.
(4)Disconnect gas shut-off valve from gas
valve at the union nut, Figure 24.
(5)Remove three screws holding valve and
mounting bracket to base, Figure 24.
(6)Lift gas valve and mounting bracket from
base, Figure 24.
NOTE: The holding and booster coil, and
secondary coil can be replaced individually.
b. Burner Tube, Igniter and Bracket
NOTE: Burner tube and igniter can be removed
without removing gas valve and bracket.
Figure 24
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a WARNING
Rev. 3
To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:
• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.
• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.
• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.
• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be
reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.
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(1)Remove one screw from right side of
burner housing holding burner tube in
place, Figure 26.
(2)Gently move burner tube toward rear of
dryer to disengage tab from slot on left
side of burner housing, Figure 24.
(3)Carefully rotate burner tube and igniter
counterclockwise so tab is at 8 o’clock
position.
(4)Move air shutter end of burner tube slightly
to right and CAREFULLY remove burner
tube and igniter assembly out through front
of dryer.
(5)Remove screw holding igniter and bracket
to burner tube and remove igniter and
bracket, Figure 25.
IMPORTANT: Use care while removing igniter to
avoid damaging or breaking it. The igniter is
very fragile.
IMPORTANT: Handle igniter by grasping the
white ceramic portion of bracket only. DO NOT
handle silicon carbide portion of igniter with
hands or allow any oil, grease or other foreign
material to contaminate it. Oil, grease and other
impurities or hairline cracks will cause the
igniter to burn out.
c. Flame Sensor, Figure 24.
(1)While supporting the lower access panel,
remove two screws from bottom edge of
lower access panel, Figure 22.
(2)Gently lower the access panel to
disengage guide lugs from bottom edge of
front panel.
(3)Remove wires from sensor terminals,
Figure 24.
(4)Remove screw holding sensor to burner
housing, Figure 24.
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Figure 25
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a WARNING
Rev. 3
To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:
• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.
• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.
• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.
• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be
reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.
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25.BURNER HOUSING AND HEAT SHROUD
a. While supporting the lower access panel,
remove two screws from bottom edge of lower
access panel, Figure 22.
b. Gently lower the access panel to disengage
guide lugs from bottom edge of front panel.
c. Disconnect igniter wires at disconnect blocks,
sensor wires from flame sensor terminals, and
wires from gas valve coils at the quick
disconnect blocks, Figure 24.
d. Remove screw from right side of burner
housing, while holding burner tube in place,
Figure 26.
e. Gently move burner tube toward rear of dryer
to disengage tab from slot on left side of
burner housing, Figure 24.
f. Carefully rotate burner tube and igniter
counterclockwise so tab is at 8 o’clock
position.
g. Move air shutter end of burner tube slightly to
right and CAREFULLY remove burner tube
and igniter assembly out through front of
dryer.
IMPORTANT: The igniter is very fragile. Be
careful not to damage it during removal.
h. Remove screw holding burner housing to heat
shroud, Figure 24.
i. Remove screw holding front of burner housing
to dryer base and remove housing out
through front of dryer, Figure 26.
j. Remove two screws holding shroud to heater
box and take shroud out through front of
dryer.
26.LIMIT THERMOSTAT
a. While supporting the lower access panel,
remove two screws from bottom edge of lower
access panel, Figure 22.
b. Gently lower the access panel to disengage
guide lugs from bottom edge of front panel.
c. Disconnect wires and remove screws
attaching limit thermostat to burner housing or
element plate, Figure 26.
27.HEATING ELEMENT
a. While supporting the lower access panel,
remove two screws from bottom edge of lower
access panel, Figure 22.
b. Gently lower the access panel to disengage
guide lugs from bottom edge of front panel.
c. Remove two screws holding element and
plate to heater box and pull element down
and away from heater box, Figure 26.
d. Disconnect wires from element and plate,
Figure 26.
e. Remove screws holding thermostat and
thermal fuse to element and plate, Figure 26.
NOTE: When reassembling, be sure all wire
connectors are tight on element terminals,
thermal fuse and limit thermostat.
Figure 26
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a WARNING
Rev. 3
To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:
• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.
• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.
• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.
• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be
reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.
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28.THERMISTOR OR THERMOSTAT AND
HEATER
a. While supporting the lower access panel,
remove two screws from bottom edge of lower
access panel, Figure 22.
b. Gently lower the access panel to disengage
guide lugs from bottom edge of front panel.
c. Disconnect wires and remove thermostat
attaching screws, Figure 27, and remove
thermostat and heater.
29.FRONT AIR DUCT
a. While supporting the lower access panel,
remove two screws from bottom edge of lower
access panel, Figure 22.
b. Gently lower the access panel to disengage
guide lugs from bottom edge of front panel.
c. Open loading door, remove lint filter screws
and lift filter out of bulkhead, Figure 9.
IMPORTANT: When installing lint filter, be sure
to install the filter with the word “FRONT” facing
the front of the dryer. If filter is installed
backwards, lint will accumulate in exhaust
system, causing fire and machine malfunction.
d. Remove two screws holding duct to front
bulkhead and remove air duct, Figure 28.
a WARNING
To reduce the risk of serious injury or
death by carbon monoxide and other
gases in gas dryers, carefully read and
follow all instructions given in this
section.
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IMPORTANT: When reassembling, be sure felt
seal on exhaust fan cover makes airtight seal on
flange of duct, Figure 27. If the seal is installed
improperly, the airflow through the exhaust
system will be restricted which can adversely
affect dryer performance.
Figure 27
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Figure 28
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a WARNING
Rev. 3
To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:
• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.
• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.
• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.
• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be
reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.
IMPORTANT: When reassembling, be sure felt
seal on exhaust fan cover makes airtight seal on
flange of duct, Figure 27. If the seal is installed
improperly, the airflow through the exhaust
system will be restricted which can adversely
affect dryer performance.
e. Disconnect wires from thermostat/thermistor
and heater, Figure 26.
NOTE: Refer to appropriate wiring diagram when
rewiring thermostat and heater.
f. Remove cylinder belt from idler and motor
pulleys, Figure 30.
g. Disengage motor wire harness terminal block
from motor switch by pressing in on the
movable locking tabs (located on each end of
the terminal block) and pulling away from
motor, Figure 33.
h. Remove two screws holding motor mounting
bracket to dryer base, Figure 29.
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Figure 29
30.MOTOR AND EXHAUST ASSEMBLY
a. While supporting the lower access panel,
remove two screws from bottom edge of lower
access panel, Figure 22.
b. Gently lower the access panel to disengage
guide lugs from bottom edge of front panel.
c. Open loading door, remove lint filter screws
and lift filter out of bulkhead, Figure 9.
a WARNING
When installing lint filter, be sure to
install the filter with the word “FRONT”
facing the front of the dryer. If filter
is installed backwards, lint will
accumulate in exhaust system,
increasing the risk of fire and machine
malfunction.
d. Remove screws holding air duct to front
bulkhead and remove air duct, Figure 28.
a WARNING
To reduce the risk of serious injury or
death by carbon monoxide and other
gases in gas dryers, carefully read and
follow all instructions given in this
section.
Figure 30
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a WARNING
Rev. 3
To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:
• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.
• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.
• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.
• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be
reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.
a WARNING
To reduce the risk of serious injury or
death by carbon monoxide and other
gases in gas dryers, carefully read and
follow all instructions given in this
section.
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IMPORTANT: When reassembling, be sure felt
seal on exhaust fan cover makes airtight seal on
flange of duct, Figure 27. If the seal is installed
improperly, the airflow through the exhaust
system will be restricted which can adversely
affect dryer performance.
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IMPORTANT: When reinstalling motor and
exhaust assembly, be sure wire harness on right
side is clipped to motor mounting bracket and is
routed along dryer base (between motor
mounting bracket and right side of cabinet),
Figure 28. Tab on rear of motor mounting
bracket must be slid into slot in dryer base. Be
sure the belt has been installed on the correct
side of the idler lever, Figure 30.
Figure 31
i. Pull assembly forward and disengage the
middle exhaust duct.
j. Rotate the assembly 90O counterclockwise
and slide out of machine.
k. Motor pulley and idler pulley assemblies.
Figure 32
NOTE: Unthread motor pulley from motor shaft
(left hand thread).
NOTE: When repairing or replacing the idler arm,
it is important to make sure the idler arm moves
freely. To ensure that the idler arm can move
freely, proceed as follows:
(1)Unhook idler spring.
(2)Lift idler arm approximately 3 inches and
release. If idler arm does not fall back to
the base of the motor mount, then idler
arm bolt is too tight.
(3)Loosen idler arm bolt 1/4 turn.
(4)Add grease between idler arm and motor
mount.
(5)If condition persists, replace idler arm and
bolt.
l. Impeller and housing.
(1)Remove screws holding cover to housing,
Figure 29.
(2)Hold motor pulley securely and unthread
impeller from motor shaft (right hand
thread). Use a 7/8 inch, 6 point socket to
aid in the removal of the impeller.
(3)Remove three screws holding the exhaust
housing to the motor mounting bracket,
Figure 32.
Refer to Figure 31 for motor and idler pulley
removal.
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a WARNING
Rev. 3
To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:
• Disconnect electric power to the dryer before servicing.
• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer before servicing.
• Never start the dryer with any guards/panels removed.
• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be
reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.
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m. Motor.
(1)Disengage motor wire harness terminal
block from the motor by pressing in on the
movable locking tabs (located on each side
of the terminal block) and pulling away
from motor, Figure 33.
IMPORTANT: To avoid an open circuit, DO NOT
pull on the terminal block wires when removing
blocks from motor as this could damage the
wires or terminal crimping.
Before attaching wire harness terminal block to
motor, be sure all the male terminals on motor are
straight and are capable of accepting the terminals
from the wire harness terminal block.
(2)Disconnect ground wire from motor,
Figure 31.
(3)Pry two motor clamps off motor mounting
bracket with screwdriver, Figure 31, then
lift motor out of mounting bracket.
NOTE: When replacing motor, motor switch
location should be at 10 o’clock position with
the positioning tab on the motor engaged with
the anti-rotating notch in the motor bracket.
Figure 33
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Figure 34
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