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| − | + | One of the most common causes for a clothes dryer to fail is a broken drive belt on the dryer drum. This is an easy do it yourself repair, which uses very few tools, and can save a lot of money. Here are the steps for accomplishing this task. | |
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== Steps == | == Steps == | ||
# Disconnect the dryer from the electrical supply. The easiest way to do this is to simply unplug it from the receptacle. This will prevent accidental electrical shocks and burns. | # Disconnect the dryer from the electrical supply. The easiest way to do this is to simply unplug it from the receptacle. This will prevent accidental electrical shocks and burns. | ||
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# '''Replace the dryer in its usual position, and reattach the dryer vent ductwork'''. Make sure this ductwork is clean inside, since lint bypassing the lint filter can eventually stop the duct up. Plug the dryer back into its receptacle and turn it on to test it. | # '''Replace the dryer in its usual position, and reattach the dryer vent ductwork'''. Make sure this ductwork is clean inside, since lint bypassing the lint filter can eventually stop the duct up. Plug the dryer back into its receptacle and turn it on to test it. | ||
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== Tips == | == Tips == | ||
