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Airflow
Airflow and Seals
Proper air flow through the dryer is essential for normal operation of the temperature control and safety
systems. Air is PULLED into the cabinet from rear, (1) and drawn across the heaters located behind
the drum (2, 3). This hot air is PULLED through the drum rear (4), across the clothes load (5), through
the lint trap (6), and down the trap duct into the blower (7). From the blower, the air is PUSHED out of
the exhaust system (8, 9).
Any air leaks between the air inlet and the blower, such as lower drum front left or trap duct to cabinet
front sealing, will result in improper temperatures. The air being pulled down the trap duct to the drum
outlet thermostat will be cooler than normal, giving this thermostat a false indication (delayed or no-trip).
Leaks ahead of the blower will also reduce the volume of air across the heaters causing hot spots and
possible premature failure.
