Idler Bracket Assembly; Outlet Thermostat - GE DCVH480EK Technical Service Manual

Idler Bracket Assembly

The idler bracket assembly maintains proper tension
on the drive belt to minimize belt slippage. The idler
bracket assembly consists of the idler bracket,
pulley, pulley shaft, and triangular clip. The clip is
available as a separate part.
The pulley is retained on the pulley shaft using a
triangular clip. The assembly is attached to the back
of the motor baseplate with a Phillips-head shoulder
screw.
Idler Bracket
Assembly
When removing the idler bracket, it is fi rst necessary
to release the belt from the idler pulley (See
.), and disconnect the spring from the idler
Belt
bracket.
Idler Spring
Disconnected

Outlet Thermostat

The outlet thermostat is located on the upper
rear area of the blower housing. It is above the
thermistor. The outlet thermostat monitors the
outgoing air temperature.
If the thermostat reaches a temperature beyond its
maximum temperature rating, it will trip and disable
power to the heating elements.
The outlet thermostat opens at 158°F (70°C) and will
automatically reset at 140°F (60°C).
To access the outlet thermostat it is necessary
to remove the drum. (See
wire harness connects 2 dark blue wires to the
Idler Pulley
thermostat. The thermostat is attached to the
Triangular Clip
blower housing with a Phillips-head screw.
Outlet Thermostat
Shoulder Screw
Drive
– 33 –
.) A
Drum and Bearing
Disconnect