Removing The Moisture Sensor And Metal Oxide Varistors (Movs) - Maytag MED5800TW - Electric Dryer Technical Education

REMOVING THE MOISTURE SENSOR AND
METAL OXIDE VARISTORS (MOVS)
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
Disconnect power before servicing.
Replace all parts and panels before
operating.
Failure to do so can result in death or
electrical shock.
1. Unplug dryer or disconnect power.
2. Turn off gas supply to dryer.
3. Open the dryer door.
4. To remove the moisture sensor:
a) Remove the screw and unhook the
sensor from the drum.
b) Disconnect the two wire connectors
from the moisture sensor.
Moisture Sensor
Strips Holder
Screw
5.
Moisture Sensor
Wire Connectors
4-18
To remove the metal oxide varistors
(MOVs):
a) Pull out and remove the lint screen.
b) Remove the two cabinet top screws
from the lint screen air duct.
Lint Screen
Cabinet Top Screws
c) Remove the rear panel (see page 4-13
for the procedure).
d) Remove the four screws from the air
duct and pull the duct toward you just
far enough to access the moisture sen-
sor wiring harness.
Air Duct
Air Duct Screws