How to change the Heater Element on an Indesit Tumble Dryer

How to change the Heater Element on an Indesit Tumble Dryer
Safety First:Remove the Plug from the Mains Socket
Tools required:Phillips screwdriver & a pair of side cutters
INDESIT Model IS70C
Using the phillips screwdriver remove the 2 lid retaining screws
From the front push the lid back to disengage it
From the back lift the lid and remove it
Using the phillips screwdriver remove 4 side panel retaining screws
Using the phillips screwdriver remove 1 further side panel retaining screw
Slide the side panel backwards
Remove the side panel from its lugs at the bottom
Make a note of the wires (a photograph is useful)
Using the side cutters cut the cable tie
Separate the heater electric connecting terminal
Using the phillips screwdriver remove the 2 drum bearing cover retaining screws
Drum bearing cover removed
Using the phillips screwdriver remove the heater cover retaining screws
Remove the heater cover and pull the wire terminal through the rear casing
The heater can now be found attached to the inside of the heater cover
Remove the plastic wire clip from the casing
Turn the casing over to remove the 2 heater retaining screws
Heater removed from casing
Take the new heater from its package ensuring its correct for the appliance
Fit the new heater inside the heater cover and fit the wire clip into the casing
Replace the 2 heater retaining screws
New heater in place and ready to be fitted to appliance
Feed the electric terminal block through the rear casing
Position the heater cover onto the appliance and replace the retaining screws
Using the phillips screwdriver replace the drum bearing cover & retaining screws
Refit the electrical terminal block
Using a cable tie secure the wires to the capacitor
Wires secured with a cable tie
Relocate the side panel into the lugs at the bottom of the appliance
Slide the side panel forwards
Replace the top retaining screw to the side panel
Replace the rear retaining screws to the side panel
Replace the lid
Push the lid forward to engage it and replace the 2 retaining screws

See full range of Tumble Dryer parts and Heaters here

Tools required can be purchased here

Disclaimer: The information provided has been prepared as a guide only and the steps taken are likely to vary for different appliance models. We strongly recommend using a qualified engineer to undertake major repairs and fault finding.