Introduction; Overview; Air Flow - Fisher & Paykel DE09 Service Manual

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INTRODUCTION

This service manual is designed to show all components and servicing of the DE/DG09 and
DE/DG60FA Dryers.
These dryers are only sold in the USA and Canada.
1.1

Overview

These models are front-loading dryers, which run a semi analogue/electronic control system. All
switching for the dryer is carried out by the timer, selector switches, thermostats and motor, but the
auto-dry is controlled by the PCB assembly.
The motor is a single phase, single direction motor with a centrifugal start.
The electric models have a coil element design mounted to a cowl on the rear of the drum.
The gas models run a burner, from where the heat is ducted into the cowl. These can be run on
natural gas or can be converted to LP gas.
1.2

Air Flow

Air is pulled into the cabinet from the rear by the fan.
In gas models, air pulled through the burner assembly. The heated air then flows through the drum
cowl and into the drum.
In electric models, the air pulled from the fan is blown into the elements in the cowl and is heated.
It then flows into the drum.
Air from the drum is pulled through the clothes and into the lint filter. The air is then drawn into the
fan and them blown out the exhaust system. The blower is mounted directly to the motor shaft.
Air Flow Drum Operation
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