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Outlet Control Backup Thermostat
The outlet control backup thermostat is located
on the upper rear area of the blower housing. It
is above the outlet control thermistor. The outlet
control backup thermostat monitors the outgoing
air temperature.
If the thermostat reaches a temperature beyond its
maximum temperature rating, it will trip and disable
power to the heating elements.
The outlet control backup thermostat opens at
165°F (74°C) and will automatically reset at 155°F
(68°C).
To remove the outlet control backup thermostat:
Remove the top, control, and front panels. (See
Top Panel, Control Panel and Front Panel .)
Remove the drum. (See Drum .)
Disconnect the red and orange wires from the
outlet control backup thermostat.
Remove the single Phillips-head screw that
attaches the outlet control backup thermostat
to the blower housing.
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Remove the single Phillips-head screw that
attaches the drum light receptacle and remove
the receptacle from the drum glide assembly.
Caution: Upon reassembly, ensure that the door
switch, drum light and sensor wiring are retained
and routed properly to avoid contact with the drum.
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Tabs
Support Slides
Guide Slide Guide Slide
Drum Slide Assembly
The drum slide assembly is located on the back
side of the front panel and utilizes 4 drum slides.
Two white outer slides are used as guides, and 2
dark color center (top) slides are used to support the
weight of the drum. When replacing the slides, the
dark colored support slides must be replaced with
the support slide replacements. Guide slides may
also be replaced with support slides.
Caution: Do not replace the center (top) support
slides with the white guide slides. Damage to the
dryer will result. (See photo)
To remove the drum slide assembly:
Remove the top, control, and front panels. (See
Top Panel, Control Panel and Front Panel.)
Grasp the top of the drum slide assembly and
pull down and inward to release from the 2 tabs
located at the top of the front panel.
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Outlet Control
Backup Thermostat