Belt Switch - GE DCVH480EK Technical Service Manual

Belt Switch

The belt switch is housed inside a cover, inserted
over a post on the back of the motor baseplate,
and attached with a Phillips-head screw. The switch
is activated by the movement of the idler bracket
assembly. If the drive belt breaks or comes off the
idler pulley, the belt switch opens power to the
motor, interrupting dryer operation. The back cover
must be removed to access the belt switch and
wiring.
Note: The drum lamp will operate with an open belt
switch.
To remove the belt switch:
1. Remove the back cover. (See
2. Release the belt from the idler pulley. (See
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Belt
3. Disconnect the spring from the idler bracket.
4. Lift the idler bracket, then remove the Phillips-
head screw that attaches the belt switch and
cover to the motor baseplate.
5. Pull the switch and cover straight out from the
post on the motor baseplate.
Belt Switch
4. Disconnect the wire harness from the belt
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Back Cover
5. Unsnap the belt switch from the cover.
Drive
Note: The belt switch and the cover are available
separately.
Post
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switch.
Disconnect
Switch Cover
Belt Switch