Video & Articles: Appliance & Equipment RepairWhirlpool Electric Dryer Replace Screw & Nut Kit #279393

Whirlpool Electric Dryer Replace Screw & Nut Kit #279393

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This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the terminal block screw and nut kit on a Whirlpool electric dryer. The most common reason for replacing the screw and nut kit is if the screws or nuts are worn-out.

This screw and nut kit replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Whirlpool, Admiral, Amana, Crosley, Estate, Inglis, Kenmore, KitchenAid, Magic Chef, Maytag, Roper

Tools needed: 5/16th socket or nut driver, Phillips-head screwdriver, small flat-head screwdriver

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Step By Step Instructions

1
Before you replace the screws and nuts on your dryer’s terminal block be sure to unplug the power cord.
2
Use a 5/16th inch socket or nut driver to unthread the screw to release the terminal block cover plate.
3
Use a phillips-head screwdriver to unthread the old screws securing the power cord wires.
4
Next, unthread the terminal block mounting screws to release the block.
5
Using a small flat-head screwdriver, bend the locking tabs to release the terminals so you can remove the old nuts.
6
You’re now ready to install the new screw and nut kit components.
7
Set the nuts in the terminal block then reposition the terminals and bend the locking tabs back to secure the terminals.
8
Realign the terminal block on the brackets and secure it with the mounting screws.
9
Thread the new screws loosely.
10
Align the power cord wires then tighten the screws to secure.
11
Reposition the terminal block cover plate and rethread the screw.
12
With the repair completed plug the power cord back in and your dryer should be ready for use.
Description
This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the terminal block screw and nut kit on a Whirlpool electric dryer. The most common reason for replacing the screw and nut kit is if the screws or nuts are worn-out.

This screw and nut kit replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Whirlpool, Admiral, Amana, Crosley, Estate, Inglis, Kenmore, KitchenAid, Magic Chef, Maytag, Roper

Tools needed: 5/16th socket or nut driver, Phillips-head screwdriver, small flat-head screwdriver

Don't forget to like and comment on this video and subscribe to our channel!
Step-By-Step Instructions
1
Before you replace the screws and nuts on your dryer’s terminal block be sure to unplug the power cord.
2
Use a 5/16th inch socket or nut driver to unthread the screw to release the terminal block cover plate.
3
Use a phillips-head screwdriver to unthread the old screws securing the power cord wires.
4
Next, unthread the terminal block mounting screws to release the block.
5
Using a small flat-head screwdriver, bend the locking tabs to release the terminals so you can remove the old nuts.
6
You’re now ready to install the new screw and nut kit components.
7
Set the nuts in the terminal block then reposition the terminals and bend the locking tabs back to secure the terminals.
8
Realign the terminal block on the brackets and secure it with the mounting screws.
9
Thread the new screws loosely.
10
Align the power cord wires then tighten the screws to secure.
11
Reposition the terminal block cover plate and rethread the screw.
12
With the repair completed plug the power cord back in and your dryer should be ready for use.

Applicable Product Model

Parts Needed
Screw
Screw
$33.58
Recommended Tools and Accessories
Cleaner
Cleaner
$7.62
Total$0.00

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