The heating element in my Hotpoint Dryer TDL30N has failed. I have removed the back of the machine after taking the precaution of disconnecting from the electricity supply but now I am confused. Can anyone give me instructions on how to remove the heater unit and install a new one please? I am able to obtain the spare part.

Mrs Jean Walker, July 2007

Got it now...Remember ............Check the continuity of the thermostats attached to the heater wiring. These are the two white discs above the heater element.( Check this before you buy a new heater as you will not need to buy the heater if this is the cause of your problem.)
Remove the side panel from the machine as well as the rear panel and since the heater comes with the wiring attached, carefully remove the old heater by unclicking from the positioning slots. Position the new heater and replace the wires as you take off the old ones. Do the one that goes though the rear slot first and clip into the harness. The wires DO NOT need to be cut as there are spade connectors on them. Carefully do a check to see if the dryer heats up before you replace the panels etc.
The man at my local parts shop was very helpful and talked me through the job.
Jean

Jean Walker, July 2007