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Video & Articles: Appliance & Equipment RepairFrigidaireDryer Lower Felt Seal Replacement #5303283286
FrigidaireDryer Lower Felt Seal Replacement #5303283286
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Total Parts Cost
$95.29Estimated Savings
$150.0002:45
- Description
This video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing the lower felt seal on Frigidaire dryers. The most common reason for replacing the seal is when the dryer is too hot.
All of the information in this felt seal replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Frigidaire, Kenmore, Universal, Gibson, Westinghouse, Tappan, Kelvinator, Electrolux
Tools used: putty knife, screwdriver
All of the information in this felt seal replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Frigidaire, Kenmore, Universal, Gibson, Westinghouse, Tappan, Kelvinator, Electrolux
Tools used: putty knife, screwdriver
Step By Step Instructions
1
As with any repair, be sure you unplug the appliance before beginning.
2
Your first step is to insert a putty knife under the front of the main top to release the spring clips.
3
Now rotate the top up and support it.
4
If you dryer has a rear control panel
5
You next step is to disconnect the door switch wires.
6
If your dryer has the control panel in the front you will need to disconnect the wire harness.
7
If necessary, you may also need to remove the zip tie securing the wires.
8
Now, remove the front panel mounting screws and pull the front panel up and out to remove.
9
If still intact, remove the old felt seal and clean off any residue.
10
Prepare the new felt seal for installation by first applying high temperature adhesive to the drum support rim.
11
Allow the adhesive to set for one minute then align the new seal around the rim, applying pressure as you go.
12
Allow 20 minutes for the adhesive to dry.
13
Once the adhesive has dried, reinstall the front panel by aligning the slots at the bottom of the panel with the support clips then lift up the drum as you snap the front panel into place.
14
Secure the mounting screws and reconnect the wire harness or door switch wires depending on your model.
15
Use a zip tie to secure the wires.
16
Rotate the main top back into place and press down on the front to secure the spring clips.
17
You’re now ready to plug the appliance back in to make sure it’s functioning properly.
Description
This video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing the lower felt seal on Frigidaire dryers. The most common reason for replacing the seal is when the dryer is too hot.
All of the information in this felt seal replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Frigidaire, Kenmore, Universal, Gibson, Westinghouse, Tappan, Kelvinator, Electrolux
Tools used: putty knife, screwdriver
All of the information in this felt seal replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Frigidaire, Kenmore, Universal, Gibson, Westinghouse, Tappan, Kelvinator, Electrolux
Tools used: putty knife, screwdriver
Step-By-Step Instructions
1
As with any repair, be sure you unplug the appliance before beginning.
2
Your first step is to insert a putty knife under the front of the main top to release the spring clips.
3
Now rotate the top up and support it.
4
If you dryer has a rear control panel
5
You next step is to disconnect the door switch wires.
6
If your dryer has the control panel in the front you will need to disconnect the wire harness.
7
If necessary, you may also need to remove the zip tie securing the wires.
8
Now, remove the front panel mounting screws and pull the front panel up and out to remove.
9
If still intact, remove the old felt seal and clean off any residue.
10
Prepare the new felt seal for installation by first applying high temperature adhesive to the drum support rim.
11
Allow the adhesive to set for one minute then align the new seal around the rim, applying pressure as you go.
12
Allow 20 minutes for the adhesive to dry.
13
Once the adhesive has dried, reinstall the front panel by aligning the slots at the bottom of the panel with the support clips then lift up the drum as you snap the front panel into place.
14
Secure the mounting screws and reconnect the wire harness or door switch wires depending on your model.
15
Use a zip tie to secure the wires.
16
Rotate the main top back into place and press down on the front to secure the spring clips.
17
You’re now ready to plug the appliance back in to make sure it’s functioning properly.
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