DIY Replacement for a Magic Chef Dryer Blower

Magic Chef dryers have a blower wheel attached to the motor assembly. The blower wheel turns as the motor rotates. This creates the air that goes into the dryer drum. If you notice a lack of warm air entering the drum of the dryer, the blower wheel assembly could be damaged. You need to access the motor to replace the blower. There may be some sharp edges on the cabinet during removal, so wear gloves to protect your hands.

Gloves
Screwdriver
Locking pliers
Socket wrench
Blower assembly

Instructions

- 1
  Unplug the dryer from the wall.
- 2
  Pull on the lower front panel of the dryer to remove it. Look under the dryer and locate the motor. Remove the screws from the back panel if you can't reach the blower assembly from the front and pull the back panel off.
- 3
  Hold the motor wheel in place with one hand, or with a pair of locking pliers. Remove the retaining nut from the center of the blower assembly. Turn the blower wheel to unthread it from the back of the motor shaft assembly.
- 4
  Screw the new blower assembly on the unit. Tighten the retaining nut. Reassemble the dryer cabinet, plug the unit in, and test it.

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