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MED8630HC1 Maytag Dryer

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When connected to electricity the dryer heating element glows red hot and generates heat. When air is blown over it, it heats the air which is used to dry the clothes. The heating element fits inside ...
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Often referred to as a dryer belt tension pulley wheel, this idler pulley is an OEM approved replacement part for a variety of dryer models. The idler pulley puts tension on the drive belt, and if the...
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This drum support roller is sold individually. Most dryers require two. The tri-rings are included. This is a drum support roller for a dryer. It is a genuine replacement part. The part includes the d...
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This dryer repair kit consists of five commonly replaced dryer parts: one multi-rib belt (part #661570V and measures 93 1/2 inches long), four drum support rollers, one idler assembly, nine tri-rings,...
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This is a single dryer drum belt that measures 93.5 inches. The belt rotates the dryer drum and is a common wear part that can become brittle over time. It can also stretch and change shape, so keep t...
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This small but mighty OEM piece is called a tri-ring and is used to support the drum roller shaft and the idler pulley shaft in your dryer. It helps to provide a tight seal between components by evenl...
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The internal-bias thermostat, also know as a thermistor, is used to prevent the dryer from overheating. It does this by monitoring and controlling the temperature of the inside of the dryer drum. If ...
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It is important for your dryer to be properly leveled, as an unleveled one can cause excessive vibration and noise when operating, may not drain properly, and can cause excessive wear on various parts...
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If your dryer is not tumbling, will not start, or is excessively noisy while operating, there may be an issue with your idler pulley. The idler pulley works by maintaining a constant tension on the dr...
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This is an authentic OEM replacement moisture sensor for your dryer. The sensor detects the moisture levels in your clothing while the appliance is operating, and once the appropriate level has been r...
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This heating element connection wire kit is a genuine OEM replacement for your electric dryer. The kit is used to connect the thermostat to the heater element. The kit comes with a yellow wire nut and...
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This part seals the drum to prevents air from escaping. This includes silicone rubber adhesive.
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Lee
February 18, 2023
How do i remove the front panel for this Maytag dryer
For model number MED8630HC1
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Hi Lee, thank you for reaching out. According to our research, to remove the front panel, first, access the back of the unit. Stop before beginning any repair, and always be sure to disconnect the power. There are two screws, that will have to be removed on the back to take the top off. Then, slide it back and wiggle it. Pull off the top and set it aside. Now the top panel is removed, you can gain access and try to remove the console. To remove your console, use two quarter-inch screws that have to be taken off. Remove the strain reliever to give you a little more room, then remove the screws, but be careful because they are mounted in very durable plastic. Now the front panel on this one is attached at the bottom, inside, and on top. To begin, slide the bit case underneath it, push the side up, and then drop it down. There are four screws underneath that are only a quarter inch long; set your screws aside, then lift it back up. Remove whatever object you propped it up with. Next, open the door. Remove the two Phillips screws right next to the duct. Close the door and switch back over to your quarter inch. Remove these three-quarter-inch screws across the top; now the front panel is kind of hooked on. So, it shouldn't drop right off, but if you feel more comfortable, when you're removing these, make sure you hold them in place. Pull forward on the front panel and lift; there is one strain reliever at the front; smash it with a pair of needle-nose pliers. Push it through, this will create a little more room to reach in. You will have to detach the wiring harness from the top. It will feed through the bottom. Lift your front panel and set the panel aside. Now, the front panel has been removed. We hope this information helps!

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Customer:
Alan from Brooksville, FL
Parts Used:
WP3387747
Difficulty Level:
Easy
Total Repair Time:
30 - 60 mins
Tools:
Socket set
Burned out heater element
Remove the kick plate from the bottom of the dryer by sliding a putty knife along the top edge to release the plastic clamps, one on each side about 4" in from the edges. The kick plate folds out and down. You will see the heat shield on the right, held in by one hex head screw. Remove screw and heat shield. The element is positioned in a n open-front housing and is fastened to the left side of the housing by two hex head screws, located on the "rail" of the element and right near the two wires. Remove the hex-head screws that hold the element in place and disconnected the two wires by pulling them out by hand or with needle nose pliers. The only difficulty here is the cramped working area...I recommend a stubby socket driver for these two screws. Most of this I had to do by feel because I could not see the screw heads. Once the screws are out and the wires have been disconnected, slide the old element straight out toward you. You may need to disconnect a small plastic hose located to the left front of the element, but this hose just pulls right off. Vacume the dust & lint build-up out of the whole area, wipe out the element housing and clean up the whole underside of the dryer prior to installing the new element. Installation is reverse of removal. It also might be a good opportunity to clean out your exhaust duct and the vent to the outside. (Never use the aluminum foil-accordian-type duct.) If the exterior dryer vent has any kind of screen over it, remove it and get rid of it. Screens collect lint, lint builds up and burns out elements.
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Customer:
jason from HOLDEN, MA
Parts Used:
4392067
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
30 - 60 mins
Tools:
Socket set
very loud squeeling sound
The issue was the idler pulley. First I began opening up the front panel based on a youtube video but soon realized the model was slightly different and required a lot more items to remove. I saw the pulley in the back with nothing in the way so I put the front panel crap back on and removed the rear panel. There it was, very simple to re move and replace. I'm not looking forward to drum rollers though. Hopefully they're aren't as difficult as they appear.
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Customer:
Jerry from Everett, WA
Parts Used:
280114
Difficulty Level:
Easy
Total Repair Time:
30 - 60 mins
Tools:
Screw drivers, Socket set
Rear tub seal failure
I removed the top cover and then the back cover, released the belt tensioner and removed the drive belt. Then slid the tub out of the unit and onto the back dack. Sanded the remnents of the old seal off. Wiped the tub lip with laquer thinner and applied the "fast" drying glue supplied with the kit. Installed the seal and re-assembled the unit...works fine
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