Universal/Multiflex (Frigidaire)
Dryer

Model #MDE546RES1 Official Universal/Multiflex (Frigidaire) electric dryer

Here are the diagrams and repair parts for Universal/Multiflex (Frigidaire) MDE546RES1 electric dryer, as well as links to manuals and error code tables, if available.

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Dryer Drum Belt (replaces 134163400, 134503900)#25

Motor Diagram

Belt

Part #5303283471
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Dryer Door Catch (replaces 134548000, 5307521419, F141735000, F141735-000, F62661-4, K1300884, K1301594, K1308079, K1309301, Q000504551, Q000504553, WQ504551, WQ504553)#25

Front panel/lint filter Diagram

Dryer Drum Bearing (replaces 5303281008, Q000143951, WQ143951)#12

Cabinet/drum Diagram

Bearing

Part #5303281008
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Dryer Heating Element Assembly (replaces 131505700)#15

Cabinet/drum Diagram

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Dryer Drum Support Shaft (replaces 137088600)#32

Cabinet/drum Diagram

Shaft drum

Part #131378400
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Dryer High-Limit Thermostat (replaces 73204267)#33

Cabinet/drum Diagram

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Dryer Thermal Limiter (replaces 146062-000, 5303209192)#36

Cabinet/drum Diagram

Thermostat

Part #5303209192
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Laundry Appliance Screw, #8-18 x 31/100-in
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Laundry Appliance Screw, #8-18 x 31/100-in#18

Cabinet/drum Diagram

Dryer screw

Part #131477000
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Dryer Grounding Ball (replaces 000022224, 08015113, 22224, 3281019, Q000022224, WQ22224)#5

Cabinet/drum Diagram

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Symptoms common to all dryers

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Main causes: bad timer or electronic control board, door switch failure
Main causes: lack of electrical power, bad power cord, wiring failure, bad control board, blown thermal fuse, bad door switch
Main causes: clogged exhaust vent, bad motor relay, loose dryer door catch, bad door switch, control system failure, faulty drive motor
Main causes: bad drum support roller, damaged idler pulley, broken blower fan blade, worn drum glide bearing, bad drive motor
Main causes: door switch failure, lack of power, broken belt, blown thermal fuse, bad drive motor, control system failure
Main causes: damaged door strike, worn door catch
Main causes: bad gas valve coils, broken heating element, tripped safety thermostat or fuse, bad operating thermostat, control failure
Main causes: clogged exhaust system, heating system failure, deposits on moisture sensor, control system failure

Repair guides common to all dryers

These step-by-step repair guides will help you safely fix what’s broken on your dryer.

How to replace a dryer drum support roller

If your dryer thumps or squeals, replace the drum support roller to restore quiet to your home.

Repair difficulty
Time required
 90 minutes or less
How to replace a dryer thermistor

The thermistor senses the air temperature in the dryer. If your dryer overheats or doesn't heat at all, the thermistor could be the problem.

Repair difficulty
Time required
 30 minutes or less
How to replace a dryer idler pulley

The idler pulley exerts pressure keeps the drive belt tight so it can rotate the drum. A worn idler pulley squeals or squeaks when the dryer is running. Follow these instructions to replace it.

Repair difficulty
Time required
 90 minutes or less

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