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Video & Articles: Appliance & Equipment RepairMaytag Dryer Cycling Thermostat Heater Replacement #WP61623
Maytag Dryer Cycling Thermostat Heater Replacement #WP61623
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Total Parts Cost
$42.84Estimated Savings
$112.5002:14
- Description
This video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing the cycling thermostat heater on Maytag dryers. The most common reason for replacing the heater is the dryer taking to long to dry.
All of the information in this cycling thermostat heater replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Maytag
Tools used: 5/16 inch nut driver
All of the information in this cycling thermostat heater replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Maytag
Tools used: 5/16 inch nut driver
Step By Step Instructions
1
Before you replace the cycling thermostat heater in your dryer be sure to unplug the power cord.
2
Use a 5/16th inch socket or nut driver to unthread the screws securing the lower access panel.
3
Detach the panel.
4
Disconnect the wires from the cycling thermostat heater.
5
Next, unthread the mounting screws securing both the heater and the thermostat and remove the old heater.
6
Install the new cycling thermostat heater by first aligning the thermostat on the heater then position both on the blower housing.
7
Thread the mounting screws to secure both components.
8
Connect the wires to the heater terminals.
9
Realign the lower access panel and secure it with the screws.
10
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 instructions for replacing the cycling thermostat heater on Maytag dryers. The most common reason for replacing the heater is the dryer taking to long to dry.
All of the information in this cycling thermostat heater replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Maytag
Tools used: 5/16 inch nut driver
All of the information in this cycling thermostat heater replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Maytag
Tools used: 5/16 inch nut driver
Step-By-Step Instructions
1
Before you replace the cycling thermostat heater in your dryer be sure to unplug the power cord.
2
Use a 5/16th inch socket or nut driver to unthread the screws securing the lower access panel.
3
Detach the panel.
4
Disconnect the wires from the cycling thermostat heater.
5
Next, unthread the mounting screws securing both the heater and the thermostat and remove the old heater.
6
Install the new cycling thermostat heater by first aligning the thermostat on the heater then position both on the blower housing.
7
Thread the mounting screws to secure both components.
8
Connect the wires to the heater terminals.
9
Realign the lower access panel and secure it with the screws.
10
With the repair completed plug the power cord back in and your dryer should be ready for use.
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