How to Remove the Blower From a Maytag MDE9700AYW

The Maytag MDE9700AYW is a front-loading 27-inch automatic dryer designed for home use. The blower pushes the heated air into the dryer drum during the tumble process. If the blower malfunctions or breaks, the dryer won't be able to heat clothes effectively during the dry cycle. Remove the faulty blower and replace it with a new part to restore your Maytag dryer to working condition.

Socket wrench
Phillips screwdriver

Instructions

- 1
  Unplug the power cord before working on the Maytag dryer.
- 2
  Remove the two screws on the back of the top panel. Pull the top panel toward the back of the dryer, lift it up and remove it.
- 3
  Unplug the black and white electrical connectors leading from the control console.
- 4
  Remove the four screws along the top of the control console.
- 5
  Pull the control console down and away from the dryer to remove it.
- 6
  Remove the four screws connecting the front panel to the Maytag dryer cabinet. Disconnect the electrical harness leading from the front panel.
- 7
  Lift the front panel up and off the dryer. Set the panel aside.
- 8
  Slide the belt off the idler pulley under the drum. Lift the drum out of the dryer cabinet.
- 9
  Remove the two screws connecting the blower housing to the blower intake panel. Lift off the blower intake panel.
- 10
  Remove the single screw at the bottom of the blower housing. Remove the screws connecting the motor bracket to the base of the dryer.
- 11
  Unplug the wire harness leading to the motor. Remove the bolt connecting the blower wheel to the motor shaft. Lift the blower wheel off the shaft.
- 12
  Remove the three screws connecting the blower housing to the motor assembly.
- 13
  Unhook the motor retention clamps. Lift the blower housing out of the Maytag dryer cabinet.

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