Whirlpool LEW0050PQ - Electric Dryer, Job Aid And Service Manual

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GENERAL ............................................................................................................................... 1-1
Safety First ......................................................................................................................... 1-1
Model & Serial Number Label Location ............................................................................. 1-2
Whirlpool Dryer Warranty .................................................................................................. 1-3
INSTALLATION INFORMATION ........................................................................................... 2-1
Installation Instructions ...................................................................................................... 2-1
PRODUCT OPERATION ........................................................................................................ 3-1
Theory Of Operation .......................................................................................................... 3-1
Dryer Use ........................................................................................................................... 3-3
COMPONENT ACCESS ......................................................................................................... 4-1
Component Locations ........................................................................................................ 4-1
Removing The Control Switches & Indicator Light ............................................................ 4-2
Removing The Door Switch ............................................................................................... 4-4
Removing The Safety Thermostats & The Dual Heating Elements ................................... 4-5
Removing The Belt And The Drum .................................................................................... 4-6
Removing The Operating & Safety Thermostats ............................................................... 4-8
Removing The Front Slide Blocks & Rear Seal ................................................................. 4-9
Removing The Main And Fan Motors & Capacitors ........................................................ 4-10
COMPONENT TESTING ........................................................................................................ 5-1
Pushbutton Switches ......................................................................................................... 5-1
Door Switch ....................................................................................................................... 5-2
Dual Heating Elements ...................................................................................................... 5-2
Thermostats ....................................................................................................................... 5-3
Main & Fan Motor Capacitors ............................................................................................ 5-3
Main Motor ......................................................................................................................... 5-4
Fan Motor .......................................................................................................................... 5-4
WIRING DIAGRAM ................................................................................................................. 6-1