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Video & Articles: Appliance & Equipment RepairWhirlpool/Kenmore Gas Dryer Screen Grille Replacement #8299979
Whirlpool/Kenmore Gas Dryer Screen Grille Replacement #8299979
Skill Level
Total Parts Cost
$31.26Estimated Savings
$112.5003:32
- Description
This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the outlet screen grille (or lint filter grille) on a Whirlpool/Kenmore 27-inch gas dryer. The most common reason for replacing the outlet screen grille is when it is damaged or broken.
All of the information for this outlet screen grille replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Kenmore, Whirlpool, Maytag, KitchenAid, Amana, Crosley, Admiral
Tools needed: hex socket, flat head screwdriver, Phillips head screwdriver, putty knife
All of the information for this outlet screen grille replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Kenmore, Whirlpool, Maytag, KitchenAid, Amana, Crosley, Admiral
Tools needed: hex socket, flat head screwdriver, Phillips head screwdriver, putty knife
Step By Step Instructions
1
As with any repair, be sure you’ve unplugged the appliance before beginning.
2
Your first step is to detach the control panel. Depending on your model, you will either insert a putty knife under the panel to release the two clips or you will pull off both plastic end caps and remove the screws found underneath.
3
Now, rotate the control panel up.
4
Remove the screws securing the main top and slide the top off.
5
Next, insert a flathead screwdriver between the upper and lower front panels to release the two clips and detach the lower panel.
6
Remove the upper panel mounting screws along with the lint screen duct screw and, if applicable, the screw securing the grounding wire.
7
Detach the moisture sensor wire and the two door springs.
8
Now, disconnect the door switch wire connector remove the screws from the top of the upper panel and lift the upper panel off.
9
Pull the lint screen out and remove the mounting screws to release the old outlet screen grille.
10
Detach the grounding wire.
11
Using needle-nose pliers, remove the moisture sensor bars.
12
Now prepare the new outlet screen grille for installation by snapping the moisture sensor bars into place and connecting the grounding wire.
13
Position the new grille and secure it with the mounting screws.
14
Replace the lint screen.
15
Reinstall the upper front panel by aligning the two rollers on the drum rim and positioning the top lip of the panel on the cabinet brackets.
16
Replace all four panel screws along with the lint screen duct screw and, if applicable, the screw securing the grounding wire.
17
Reattach the moisture sensor wire and the door springs.
18
Now, replace the lower front panel by snapping it into position.
19
Reconnect the door switch wire connector at the top of the dryer.
20
Slide the main top on and secure it with the screws.
21
Rotate the control panel down and lock it into place.
22
If applicable, replace the screws and end caps.
23
You’re now ready to plug the appliance back in to make sure it’s functioning properly.
Description
This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the outlet screen grille (or lint filter grille) on a Whirlpool/Kenmore 27-inch gas dryer. The most common reason for replacing the outlet screen grille is when it is damaged or broken.
All of the information for this outlet screen grille replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Kenmore, Whirlpool, Maytag, KitchenAid, Amana, Crosley, Admiral
Tools needed: hex socket, flat head screwdriver, Phillips head screwdriver, putty knife
All of the information for this outlet screen grille replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Kenmore, Whirlpool, Maytag, KitchenAid, Amana, Crosley, Admiral
Tools needed: hex socket, flat head screwdriver, Phillips head screwdriver, putty knife
Step-By-Step Instructions
1
As with any repair, be sure you’ve unplugged the appliance before beginning.
2
Your first step is to detach the control panel. Depending on your model, you will either insert a putty knife under the panel to release the two clips or you will pull off both plastic end caps and remove the screws found underneath.
3
Now, rotate the control panel up.
4
Remove the screws securing the main top and slide the top off.
5
Next, insert a flathead screwdriver between the upper and lower front panels to release the two clips and detach the lower panel.
6
Remove the upper panel mounting screws along with the lint screen duct screw and, if applicable, the screw securing the grounding wire.
7
Detach the moisture sensor wire and the two door springs.
8
Now, disconnect the door switch wire connector remove the screws from the top of the upper panel and lift the upper panel off.
9
Pull the lint screen out and remove the mounting screws to release the old outlet screen grille.
10
Detach the grounding wire.
11
Using needle-nose pliers, remove the moisture sensor bars.
12
Now prepare the new outlet screen grille for installation by snapping the moisture sensor bars into place and connecting the grounding wire.
13
Position the new grille and secure it with the mounting screws.
14
Replace the lint screen.
15
Reinstall the upper front panel by aligning the two rollers on the drum rim and positioning the top lip of the panel on the cabinet brackets.
16
Replace all four panel screws along with the lint screen duct screw and, if applicable, the screw securing the grounding wire.
17
Reattach the moisture sensor wire and the door springs.
18
Now, replace the lower front panel by snapping it into position.
19
Reconnect the door switch wire connector at the top of the dryer.
20
Slide the main top on and secure it with the screws.
21
Rotate the control panel down and lock it into place.
22
If applicable, replace the screws and end caps.
23
You’re now ready to plug the appliance back in to make sure it’s functioning properly.
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