Tumble dryer - How to replace heating element (1)

Applies to

• Tumble Dryers

Resolution

Refer always to your product’s user manual safety information before any repair or maintenance operation. https://www.electrolux.com/support/user-manuals/

WARNING! RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

Before any repair or maintenance operation, deactivate the appliance and disconnect the mains plug from the socket.

WARNING! RISK OF INJURY

Always take care when moving appliances. For heavy appliances it's safest for two persons to move it. Always use safety gloves and safety footwear. Wear safety gloves at all times to protect from cuts from sharp edges.

WARNING! RISK OF EYE INJURY

Wear safety glasses if you perform maintenance or repair work involving springs.

WARNING! RISK OF PINCHING

Wear safety glovesif you perform maintenance or repair work involving belts.

WARNING! CHOKING HAZARD

Small parts not for children under 3 years. Keep all small parts and packaging out of reach of children.

Only adults should use or install the product.

Always empty the appliance of all the water, e.g. tumble dryer water container. Any maintenance should be carried out with the appliance standing upright. Residual water could damage electronics if the appliance is placed on any of its sides.

Make sure to use the product only for its designated purpose and verify that it is a compatible part for the intended product.

Do not use or install the product if damaged.

Please note that self-repair or nonprofessional repair can have safety consequences if not done properly and might void the warranty. Possessing the necessary know-how is essential.

How to replace Heating element in Dryer

1. Remove screws of the airduct (1)

2. Slightly remove a plate with a screwdriver. (2)

3. Remove airduct (3,4)

4. If you only have to exchange the thermal switch, you can unscrew it easily. Connections are plugged (5)

5. Loosen the notch between connector and cable feedthrough and unplug connector (6,7)

6. Remove attaching screws (8)

7. Remove heating unit (9)

8. To reassemble, repeat steps in reverse order.