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Dryer Repair
Tips |
Problem: The light bulb in my dryer keeps
burning out.
Solution: You need to use an appliance light bulb and not a
regular bulb. They are made specially to withstand the heat
from the dryer.
Problem: I am only receiving cold air in my dryer.
Solution: Check the circuit breaker and fuses that control
the dryer’s power. If that doesn’t solve the problem, your
heating element is probably burned out.
Problem: My dryer duct is clogged with lint, but I can’t
reach it.
Solution: You can buy plastic strips used for unclogging a
drain and try retrieving the lint by pushing the strips down
the lint trap and removing them. You may also have to remove
the air tube attached to the dryer and manually clean it.
You should be able to reach up into the dryer to remove
lint, but be sure to unplug the dryer first. If that doesn’t
work, try blowing it out with a leaf blower.
Problem: How do I replace my dryer drive belt? It was making
a thumping noise so I know it was worn, and now it has
stopped turning the drum completely.
Solution:
1) Buy replacement part from parts store.
2) Unplug dryer and shutoff gas.
3) Remove line screen and unscrew the piece that surrounded
the screen.
4) Pull up dryer top using a putty knife if necessary.
5) Use proper screwdriver to remove fasteners.
6) Take out any clips or screws.
7) Remove old belt.
8) Glide new belt on with ribbed side against the drum.
9) Slide belt under pulley and around motor.
Problem: How do I put a vent in?
1) Find the shortest route from the dryer to an outside
wall.
2) Hammer a small hold through the wall. Cut a 4 ¼ in. hold
in the siding with a jigsaw.
3) Caulk under flange and screw to siding.
4) Cut vent pipe 2-3 in. from inside wall and seal with duct
tape.
5) Attach duct to dryer and wall with clamps.
Tips: |
- Use only nonflammable duct running to
your dryer.
- Use a screen with your vent to
prevent wildlife from nesting or getting into the house.
- Dry laundry in consecutive loads.
- Be sure your vent has an outlet flap.
- Don’t vent a dryer indoors to prevent
moisture problems.
- Give your dryer room so it won’t
overheat.
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