How to Fix Your Maytag Dryer Model SDE3606AYW Blower Wheel

The Maytag SDE3606AYW is a front-loading automatic dryer designed for residential use. The blower wheel inside the dryer cabinet pushes the heated air throughout the tumbler drum as the dryer is running. If the blower wheel fails, the laundry inside the Maytag dryer will not dry properly. Replace the defective blower wheel with a new part to repair the SDE3606AYW dryer.

Phillips screwdriver
Putty knife

Instructions

- 1
  Remove the two screws along the base of the toe panel. Pull the bottom of the toe panel away from the dryer and down to disconnect it.
- 2
  Insert the putty knife between the top and front panels. Press the knife into the spring clips about 3 inches from each corner. Lift the top panel up and back.
- 3
  Remove the screws holding the front panel in place. Unplug the door switch electrical connector. Set the front panel aside.
- 4
  Remove the screws holding the bulk head in place in front of the tumbler drum. Lift the bulkhead off.
- 5
  Remove the screws holding the blower wheel housing cover in place. Lift the cover off.
- 6
  Remove the blower wheel spring clamp with the needle-nose pliers. Lift the blower wheel off its shaft.
- 7
  Position the new blower wheel onto the shaft. Replace the spring clamp to hold the wheel in place.
- 8
  Replace the blower wheel housing cover. Replace the bulk head.
- 9
  Replace the front panel. Plug the door switch wire into its socket. Replace the toe panel.
- 10
  Lower the top panel into its original position.

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