Drum Support Assembly; Outlet Thermistor - GE DCCH480EK Technical Service Manual

3. From inside the dryer, starting at the pointed
location, carefully peel up the fl exible housing
and pull the assembly thru the opening in the
drum support.

Outlet Thermistor

The outlet thermistor is located on the drum
support. The thermistor measures outgoing air
temperature and responds to temperature changes.
The thermistor provides temperature change
information to the control board. The control board
makes heating decisions based on this information.
The thermistor has an approximate resistance value
of:
12 - 13K  at 140°F
•
24 - 29K  at 104°F
•
55 - 69K  at 68°F
•
Operation of the thermistor can be checked by
using the service test mode. (See
Specifi c failures associated with the outlet
thermistor can initiate error codes tE4 and od. (See
.)
Error Codes
To access the outlet thermistor, it is necessary to
remove the front panel. (See
the wire harness and pull the thermistor from the
drum support.
.)
Service Test Mode
.) Disconnect
Front Panel
Disconnect
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Note: The thermistor fi ts in a rubber grommet that
is attached to the drum support. If unable to reach
the thermistor for removal, it may be necessary to
remove the drum support. (See
Drum support removed for clarity

Drum Support Assembly

The drum support assembly houses the lint fi lter,
drum lamp, outlet thermistor, and drum rollers. It is
located behind the front panel.
The drum support is attached to the cabinet with
4 Phillips-head screws and 4 hooks that engage 4
cutouts in the cabinet. There are also 3 Phillips-head
screws under the condenser that secure the drum
support to the cabinet. The top of the drum support
has a tab that engages a slot in the control panel
support bracket.
To remove the drum support assembly:
1. Remove the top cover, control panel, and front
panels. (See
Top Cover, Control Panel,
.)
Panel
2. Turn two latches on the condenser to the
unlocked position and slide the condenser from
the dryer.
Note: The access door will not close properly with
the latches in the unlocked position.
Condenser
Latches shown in locked position
.)
Drum Support
Outlet Thermistor
and
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