Figure 040-5: Fan Impeller Removal - Miele T 80 Series Technical Information

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4. Remove the control/power electronic; see Section 090-4.5.
5. Remove the plastic electronics support bracket; see Section 090-4.6.
6. Remove the front panel; refer to Section 010-4.3.
7. Remove the right side panel; refer to Section 010-4.4.
8. Remove the air shield; see Section 050-4.2.
9. Prop up the front of the drum to reduce any strain on the rear bearing.
10. Hold the rear motor shaft (behind the fan) in place with a 13-millimeter
wrench. Loosen the fan impeller bolt by turning it counterclockwise using
either a 10-millimeter or a T-30 socket, depending on model (use a
ratcheting wrench with an extension to generate enough torque, if
necessary). See Figure 040-5, Item 1. Pull the impeller forward to
remove.

Figure 040-5: Fan Impeller Removal

11. Install the new fan impeller, and secure it with the 10-millimeter or T-30
bolt (depending on model).
12. Reinstall the air shield.
13. Reinstall the metal bracket in front of the air shield.
14. Reinstall the right side panel, making sure that the grounding screws are
in their proper positions.
15. Reinstall the front panel.
16. Reinstall the electronic's support panel, the electronic, and the fascia
panel.
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