Conair Infiniti Pro Model 259NP Heat Shield Replacement - iFixit Repair Guide

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Introduction

If your hair dryer's nozzle is overheating, this guide will show you how to replace the heat shield.

What you need

1. Step 1 Back Panel
  Caution: Unplug the hair dryer before attempting this guide. Leaving the device plugged in may result in electrocution and damage to the device.
  
  Hold the hair dryer by the handle so that the back panel faces up.
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2. Step 2
  Remove the two 15.875 mm Phillips #2 screws from the back panel.
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3. Step 3
  Starting from where the cord attaches to the handle, pull apart the two plastic panels.
  
  Continue separating the back panel, working along the seam.
  
  With moderate force, completely remove the back panel from the hair dryer.
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1. Step 4 Fan Motor Assembly
  Hold the hair dryer by the nozzle so that the handle points to the left.
  
  Remove the two 1-inch Phillips #2 screws from the back of the fan motor.
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2. Step 5
  Caution: If you recently used the hair dryer, wait at least 10 minutes before attempting this step. The heating element may still be very hot and can cause serious burns.
  
  Pull on the back of the fan motor to gently lift the motor out of the hair dryer.
  
  Lift the attached electrical wiring and heat shield completely out of the hair dryer.
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1. Step 6 Heat Shield
  If you recently used the hair dryer, the heating element may still be hot! Do not attempt this guide, you may severely burn yourself.
  
  Hold the heating element with the wider end facing upward.
  
  Gently pull the heating element out of the heat shield.
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2. Step 7
  Gently pull the heat shield out of its sheath.
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Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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