Tumble dryer - How to replace heating element (3)
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
1. Unscrew the two PH2 screws on the back top of the appliance and slide the slide back to release.
2. Unscrew the three 7mm screws for the heat shield and remove the heat shield by pulling from the top towards you
3. Unscrew the 15 screws around the edge of the heating element cover to release.
4. Unscrew the four 7mm screws on the back right hand side of the appliance and the 7mm screw under the inside of the side panel (towards the control panel under the control panel crossbar)
5. To remove the side panel first pull up and away from the body of the machine to release the left side. Then pull to the left to release the tab on the right of the side panel from the front panel. Then finally lift the panel to release the three tabs at the bottom of the body of the appliance from the slots in the side panel.
6. On the bottom of left of the side opening you will see the heating element wiring connection. Pull the connection towards you to remove from the housing then carefully disconnect wiring connector from the heating element. Be careful not to damage the connector.
7. Carefully release the cable from the internal holder to release the heating element cable.
8. Unscrew the 7mm screw on the sides of the heating element. Pull the seal to release the element with the heating element cable. (NOTE: When reinstalling before you fit the cover for the heating element check that this seal is correctly positioned with no gaps).
9. When assembling repeat steps in reverse order.