How to remove a back panel of maytag neptune dryer?

I have to fix a tall baffle in a drum of Neptune maytag dryer, but i don't know how to remove a back panel to do so. I removed all bolts a screws but don see a way to remove the panel.

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Anonymous Mar 24, 2008

I have a tappan dryer and i can't figure out how to get the back off i took out all the screws. but the back will not come off
Anonymous Mar 31, 2008

I need to get into the back of my Maytag Neptune MD4000 dryer. How do I get the back off?
Anonymous Sep 11, 2008

I am trying to get the back panel off but I don't know how Ihave removed all the srews in the back please help
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Catriver was right on the mark. Took a little bit of doing but I was able to fix the problem myself within 30 mins, and saved some money. Many thanks. I'd like to expand Catriver's solution a bit.

I found a layer of lint on the inside bottom of my dryer. With the face off of the dryer, it proved to be a good time to vacuum the lint out and reduce the potential of fire.

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John, put all the screws back in the back. You are going to get it from the front. Remove the screws that hold the door in place. Lift up on door and slide the hinges out. Remove the two screws and spacers on the opposite side. Now pull the front panel forward and off. Now you will see two hold down brackets that secure the top. Loosen the screws and slide the brackets to the inside. Now the top will lift up and you can get at the screws for the baffles. Just rotate the drum till it's on top. Catriver..post back

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I love you great advice and safed me some money kudos to you thx again

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