Drum - GE Profile DPGT650GH Technical Service Manual

Drum

WARNING: Sharp edges may be exposed when
servicing the dryer. Use caution to avoid injury
and wear Kevlar gloves and sleeves or equivalent
protection.
The dryer drum is made of 304 stainless steel and
has three replaceable drum baffl es attached to the
inside. The drum rotates clockwise at 47 to 50 rpm.
To remove the drum:
1. Remove the front panel and the top plate. (See
and
Front Panel Top Plate
2. Disconnect the wiring from the drum light and
the sensor rods.
Disconnect
3. Remove the 4 Phillips-head screws that hold the
front drum support to the sides of the dryer.
Front Drum Support
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4. Grasp the top outside edges of the front drum
support and unsnap the 4 corners from the
sides of the dryer.
5. Remove the drive belt. (See
6. Using the belt as a handle, pull the drum
forward and guide it out of the dryer cabinet.
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Drive Belt