DescriptionThis video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing the mounting clip on Electrolux electric dryers. The most common reason for replacing the mounting clip is if the front panel is loose.
Parts used: #2 square bit, phillips head screwdriver, flat head screwdriver
All of the information in this mounting clip replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Electrolux
Step-By-Step Instructions1
Before you replace a front panel mounting clip on your dryer be sure to unplug the power cord.
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Use a number two square bit or a phillips-head screwdriver to unthread the screws at the back securing the main top.
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Slide the main top back and lift it up to remove.
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Next, unthread the screws securing the control panel mounting brackets to the frame.
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With the screws removed, lift the panel up and use a small flat-head screwdriver to depress the retaining tab to release the wire connecter.
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Open the dryer door and unthread the two screws on the front panel securing the lint filter housing cover.
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Lift and support the dryer then unthread the bottom front panel mounting screws.
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With the screws unthreaded, remove the support and unthread the top front panel mounting screws.
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Lift the panel up and out.
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Disconnect the door switch wire connecter to fully remove the front panel.
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If necessary, remove any remnants of the mounting clip you’re replacing.
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Install the new mounting clip by hooking it onto the front panel with the tab at the top.
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Reinstall the front panel by first reconnecting the door switch wire connecter.
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Now hook the front panel tabs on the slots in the frame.
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Replace the panel mounting screws on top.
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Lift and support the dryer to replace the bottom mounting screws.
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Thread and tighten the two screws to secure the lint filter housing cover to the front panel.
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Connect the wire connecter to the user control board.
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Reposition the control panel and replace the screws to secure the brackets.
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Realign the main top and slide it into place.
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Rethread the screws in the back.
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With the repair completed plug the power cord back in and your dryer should be ready for use.