Belt Switch; Drum Motor - GE DPVH880EJ Technical Service Manual

Belt Switch

The belt switch is attached to the front of the drum
motor baseplate with a Phillips-head screw. The
switch is activated by the movement of the dual
idler assembly. If the drive belt breaks or comes off
of the idler pulleys, the belt switch opens power to
the drum motor, interrupting dryer operation. The
drum must be removed to access the belt switch
and wiring. (See .)
Drum
Note: The drum lamp will operate with an open belt
switch.
Belt Switch
Belt Switch
The drum motor is a single-speed, 120-VAC, 1/4-
hp, 5.2-amp rated motor with an automatic reset
overload protector. The overload protector is an
internal component of the motor and cannot
be replaced separately. The motor contains a
centrifugal switch that serves two purposes:
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•
The switch is an internal component of the motor
and cannot be replaced separately.
To remove the drum motor:
1.
2.
Disconnect
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Drum Motor

Disengages the motor start winding at M6.
Closes the circuit contacts for the heat source.
(Heat source contacts are M1 and M2.)
Remove the drum. (See
Disconnect the motor wiring harness from the
back of the motor.
Disconnect
.)
Drum