How to Remove a Rear Cover From a Whirlpool Dryer
- 1). Move the Whirlpool dryer away from the wall, then unplug the power cord from the wall outlet.
- 2). Remove the three screws from the top back portion of the control console using a screwdriver.
- 3). Remove the screws on the bottom access panel to which the power cord is connected, then remove the panel.
- 4). Disconnect the wires connected to the power cord. Pull out the entire power cord from the back of the dryer.
- 5). Loosen the screws on the clamp connecting the dryer duct to the dryer exhaust. Pull the duct out from the dryer.
- 6). Remove all of the hex-head screws from the rear cover using a nut driver. Insert a putty knife into the area between the top and rear covers.
- 7). Push down on the putty knife to loosen the rear cover. Lift up the rear cover to completely remove it from the dryer.
