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7 DISASSEMBLY PROCEDURES
7.1 Removal of the control panel
7.2 Removal of top panel
7.3 Removal of rear panel
7.4 Removal of drum
7.5 Replacing front drum bearing
7.6 Replacing rear drum bearing
7.7 Removal of bearing holder, air duct assy
7.8 Removal of the motor
7.9 Removal of fan
• With the door closed, remove one screw from either side of the control panel
• Tilt the panel forward from the top and lift gently upwards to release the locking clips
• Remove the control panel, as per sec. 7.1
• Remove the 3 screws from the rear edge of the panel
• Slide panel back and lift clear
• Remove the screws from around the edge and in the centre of the rear panel
• If the back panel requires to be removed, disconnect the mains cable from the wiring harness
Note:
It is not necessary to remove the exhaust flange
• Remove the top panel and rear panel as per sec. 7.2 & 7.3
• Remove the wires connected to the elements and thermostats
• Provide suitable floor covering to protect door and front of the cabinet from being marked, then lay
the dryer on its front
• Remove the belt from the motor pully
• Remove the 4 screws that hold the element plate to the sides of the cabinet
• Pull the drum away from the front of the cabinet
Reassemble
in the reverse order ensuring that the drum belt is over the drum before assembly. Ensure
the felt seal is not caught on the edge of the drum
• Remove the drum as per Sec. 7.4
• Using a small screw driver pry off the old bearings, it is necessary to replace all bearings at once
Reassemble
in the reverse order
• Remove the back panel and lay the dryer on its front
• Remove the nut from the flange shaft and the 4 screws from around the bearing support
Reassemble
in the reverse order
• Remove the drum as per sec. 7.4
• Remove the air duct tube from the air duct assembly
• Remove the exhaust grill
• Remove the screws from around the front of the exhaust duct and front drum support
• The duct can be pulled away from the front of the cabinet
Reassemble
in the reverse order
• Remove the drum as per sec. 7.4
• Disconnect the wiring from the motor
• Remove the motor cradle from the cabinet and lift out
• Remove the screws from the motor retaining clips
• The motor can now be removed from the cradle with the fan attached
Reassemble
in the reverse order
• Remove the motor as per sec. 7.8
• Remove the locking bolt
• Slide the fan off the motor shaft
Reassemble
in the reverse order