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Use this guide to remove the blower housing of your Whirlpool Dryer.
The Blower Housing allows you to gain clear access to the motor for testing.
This technique is the prerequisite to any motor testing or replacement.
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This step shows the thermal fuse location and appearance.
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Disconnect the two spade connectors attached to the thermal fuse.
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Disconnect the two spade connectors attached to the outlet thermistor.
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Remove the sheet metal screw securing the vent pipe to the blower housing.
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Remove the vent pipe by sliding it toward the rear of the dryer to free it from the blower housing.
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Remove the sheet metal screws securing the blower housing.
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Move the blower housing toward the front of the dryer about 1–2 inches to clear the motor shaft.
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Lift the blower housing up and away to remove it.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
Repair didn’t go as planned? Ask our Answers community for help.
To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
Repair didn’t go as planned? Ask our Answers community for help.
