Drum
The drum is made of 304 stainless steel and
has three replaceable baffl es. The drum rotates
counterclockwise, as viewed from the front, at a
speed of 47 to 51 RPM.
To remove the drum:
Remove the top, control, and front panels. (See
Top Panel
,
Control Panel
and
Front Panel
.
)
On gas models, disconnect the inlet control
thermistor and the inlet safety thermostat wire
harnesses.
1.
2.
Gas Model
Disengage the front plastic wire retainer from
the cabinet by pressing the tabs inward.
Remove the 2 Phillips-head screws that attach
the power board bracket to the cabinet.
Carefully place the bracket on the rear plate.
3.
4.
Wire Retainer
Bracket Screw (1 of 2)
Remove 1 Phillips-head screw from each side of
the cabinet, then gently spread the sides apart
to provide clearance for the drum.
5.
Remove the drive belt from the motor and idler
pulley. (See
Drive Belt
.
)
Using the belt as a handle, pull the drum
forward and guide it out of the cabinet.
6.
7.
