Maytag MLE20PDAYW0, Service Manual

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To remove the motor wire harness, lift the
locking tab with a flat blade screwdriver and
pull the plug off the motor connector.
Remove two blue wires that go to the
belt switch. The 1/4” spade terminal is
connected to the motor overload. The 3/16”
spade terminal is connected to terminal four
of the motor centrifugal switch.
Lift motor out of the cabinet with the speed
increaser attached.
TeCH TiP: When replacing a complete
motor for a wiring or bearing issue, not
related to the speed increaser, it would be
prudent to remove and keep the speed
increaser assembly for future repair needs.
This could save the expense of replacing
another motor if a speed increaser fails.
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6.
Remove dryer drum (See page 4-68).
Remove blower wheel (See page 4-71).
To remove motor bracket clips, place a
5/16” nut driver over the upward pointing
end tip of the mounting clip. Press the tool
handle down and toward the motor until clip
pops off the hook of the bracket. Remove
front and back clips in the same manner.
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2.
3.
reMOve Dryer MOTOr anD SPeeD inCreaSer
Motor Bracket
Clips
Wire Harness
Electrical Shock Hazard
Disconnect power before servicing.
Replace all parts and panels before
operating.
Failure to do so can result in death or
electrical shock.