Darrenle for Model Number WED8600YW How do you access the thermal fuse on my model dryer? I found its location, but it is so far within the body of the dryer I cant get to it to unscrew or unplug the wires from the back.
Answer Hello Darrenle. 1. Unplug dryer or disconnect power. 2. Open the door. 3. Push on the retaining clips located under top of dryer on the right and left side using a flat object such as a putty knife. 4. Slowly rotate top backwards and lean against wall, or support with a prop rod. 5. Disconnect the door switch wire harness located on the right side. 6. Remove the front panel/door assembly by removing the two front cover screws at the top of the panel inside the cabinet, and lifting upward. 7. Disconnect the moisture sensor connections. 8. Remove the lint screen. 9. Remove the lint screen housing by removing the four screws holding the lint screen housing. 10. Remove the front bulkhead by loosening the upper two screws and removing the lower two screws. 11. Lower components including the thermal fuse WP3390719 can be accessed at this time; however, if the drum is to be removed, the belt must be removed. Hope this helps. Read More... Answered by AppliancePartsPros.com | Tuesday, April 3, 2012