Miele dryer Softtronic T 8627C WP humidity sensor brush replacement

crwdns2936071:01crwdne2936071:0 — Noises from ground contact carbon brushes

The noises that can be heard here arise when the contact carbon brushes have been ground off too much. The brushes should be exchanged much earlier.

crwdns2936071:02crwdne2936071:0 — Ground contacts

Here is a comparison of new and used carbon contacts. The old contacts were in use for far too long because the plastic in the middle has already worn off.

crwdns2936071:03crwdne2936071:0 — Make sure the appliance is disconnected from power

Before starting the repair, make absolutely sure the appliance is disconnected from the power supply by unplugging the dryer from the socket.

crwdns2936071:04crwdne2936071:0 — Remove Cover

Use a small screwdriver to remove the white covers on the right and left.

crwdns2936071:05crwdne2936071:0 — Installation Overview

These pictures are only intended to give an overview of what the part to be exchanged looks like.

crwdns2936071:06crwdne2936071:0 — Remove Weight

A weight is latched onto the boom, under which the cables run. See red mark. The same clip is also on the opposite side.

crwdns2936071:07crwdne2936071:0 — Remove Brush holder

The holder of the carbon brushes is only clamped and must be removed.

crwdns2936071:08crwdne2936071:0 — Disconnect Cable

The cable connections for the two carbon brushes must be separated with side cutters. Regardless of whether only the brushes or the entire carrier is replaced.

crwdns2936071:09crwdne2936071:0 — Replace Carbon Brushes

Only carry this step out if only the carbon brushes are to be replaced and not the complete carrier!

crwdns2936071:010crwdne2936071:0 — Check Cable Bushing

Depending on the spare part, it could be that the new cable is a bit thicker than the old cable. Please check carefully whether the new cables fit through the cable guides.

crwdns2936071:011crwdne2936071:0 — Cable Connection

The carbon brush cables must be reconnected to the cables that remained on the device. Here everyone has to consider which is the best method, depending on the available tool.

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After the cables are in the guide, clamp the weight that was previously removed again.

crwdns2936071:013crwdne2936071:0 — Clean Running Surfaces

The two running surfaces of the carbon brushes should be cleaned with a little benzine or isopropanol. Simply dampen a cloth and wipe the surfaces. Do not tip the cleaner directly onto the machine. Turn the drum by hand once so that you can reach the entire area.