I, too, have this problem. Clothes are getting stuck, marked up, and ruined. I haven't been using it but my son is back in school and I'll have to repair it. My model is GE dvl223ea0ww (or dvl223eaoww?) electric dryer. I'm afraid that I cannot afford a repairman, is this something that I could do myself? I'm pretty handy. Thanks for your help, FaithI, too, have this problem. Clothes are getting stuck, marked up, and ruined. I haven't been using it but my son is back in school and I'll have to repair it. My model is GE dvl223ea0ww (or dvl223eaoww?) electric dryer. I'm afraid that I cannot afford a repairman, is this something that I could do myself? I'm pretty handy. Thanks for your help, Faith
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sounds like bearing have failed or the stainless steel drum has detached from its carrier open the door and try to move the drum up and down there should be no movement at all if there is machine will need to stripped down
I had a similar problem with a different model Bosch dryer. First I made sure the dryer was unplugged. I found, after taking the front and rear panels off, that one of the front wheels that supports the drum was broken. I replaced the wheel and it works fine with no squeaks.
if you are mechanicaly inclined it is not to difficult can't tell by looking for noise - to confined of space have to take the drum out first then get at the rollers one at a time If one is noisy (just turn by hand and apply side pressure) might as well replace both if not rollers than look at the pressure idler that sits against the motor and look at the plastic bushings that the drum travels on they are probably worn out have fun
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Disconnect the dryer from the wall outlet or the breaker/fuse box. Be sure that the dryer is disconnected before you continue.
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Raise the top of the dryer. You will do this by inserting a putty knife into the crack between the top and front panel. Push against the spring clips to release. There will be one clip on each side of the dryer. Once the top has been released you can disconnect the wires to the door switch located on the right side on the backside of the front panel.
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Using a Phillips head screwdriver remove screws holding the front panel to the side panels. Pull the front panel away and lift off the bottom clips to remove it completely.
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Remove the belt from the idler pulley. The idler is located behind the blower/motor unit. When the belt is free you can slide the belt to the back edge of the drum. Lift it straight up to disengage the rear bearing from cradle.
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Pull the drum out through the front of the cabinet. You will be able to see the drum support ball on the back of the drum and the cradle holding the ball.
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Apply a generous portion of supplied grease or spray WD 40 into the cradle. In almost all cases, this will resolve your squeak. Once you have greased the drum to your satisfaction, you can reassemble the dryer.
the rollers or belt idler may be corroded, use mineral oil or special bearing lubricant. DO NOT USE WD-40 OR 3 IN ONE OILS. you may find that they may need replacement.
Hi,
There are a lot of moving part that can cause noises or vibration when get worn out.
Make sure dryer is level, and on a secure floor, and that nothing is leaning against the dryer.
Check all exposed screws, and make sure they are tight. Loose cabinet screws may cause a squeak.
Check for foreign objects below the lint filter:-Remove lint filter, and look down opening. If you need to stick your hand down the opening to remove an object, be careful because the edges could be sharp. It would be advisable for you to wear a pair of work gloves.
Foreign objects in the drum front seal and worn or loose drum slides can cause a metal scraping noise as the drum rotates.
Check for foreign objects in the drum. (Coins, buttons and zippers will make a rattling sound as they roll around in the drum)
A frayed or damaged belt will make a thumping sound.
It is normal to hear the sound of the drum as it turns.
If your dryer is making unusual noises and the above suggestions do not resolve the situation, discontinue use of the dryer until it has been checked by a qualified servicer. Continued use may cause wear of other parts making the repair more costly.
Only a few things will make that noise. The squeaking is caused by a moving part having trouble turning while rubbing against a fixed part.
The idler pulley is worn
The drum support rollers are hard turning on their shafts
The felt seals at the front or back of the drum is worn allowing metal to metal contact while turning
An article has fallen into the housing around the blower wheel and the wheel is rubbing on it.
Listen for the frequency of the sound. The drum rollers and drum felts will squeak at the frequency of the tub turning. The idler pulley turns much faster as does the blower wheel. Knowing this will help pin down the cause.
The following link has valuable information on taking apart your style of dryer:
IF YOU CANNOT SEE AN OBVIOUS WAY TO OPEN THIS, SUCH AS SCREWS AT THE VERY BOTTOM OF THE FRONT PANEL OR AT THE TOP OF THE DOOR INNER RIM OR BY REMOVING A BACK PANEL 2'X2' THEN CHANCES ARE THAT THE TOP WILL POP UP AT THE EDGES IN FRONT BETWEEN THE TOP AND FRONT PANEL. FROM THERE LOOK INSIDE THE FRONT PANEL AND SEE IF THERE ARE A HEX HEAD SCREW OH ABOUT 3 INCHES DOWN HOLDING THE FRONT TO THE CABINET IF THERE IS REMOVE THEM AND DOOR SWITCH WIRES AND LIFT FRONT PANEL UP AND OUT. WITHOUT THE MODEL NUMBER THIS AN EDUCATED GUESS. IF I WAS RIGHT FROM THERE I THINK YOU CAN GO THE REST OF THE WAY AND THE SQUEAING NOISY SHOULD BE THE BEARING IN THE REAR OR THE DRUM ROLLERS. GOODLUCK TO YA
The front drum support has wore out. Reach your hand in the tub and puch up on it. If it moves up and down a lot the support is wore. Buy a new support and front slides and it will stop squeeling.
If it has not been squeaking for an extended time you can get by with just changing the rear drum sleeve bearing (WE3X75). To do this, open dryer door, remove screws going up into top, allowing top to swing up and back. Remove screw holding front panel to side panel near top just under where the top was. Tilt front panel forward and lift off bottom pegs. Swing to side (you don't have to remove wires). Pull drum forward about 6 inches. (you don't even have to remove the belt.) Change sleeve at center back of drum. Make sure to inspect the front drum support slides WE1M481dark ones and WE1M333 white ones (about 1/2 inch x 2.5 inch strips at the top of the front panel which support the front of the drum), as about the time the rear bearing goes, these may be wearing also, especially the one on the left side.
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I, too, have this problem. Clothes are getting stuck, marked up, and ruined. I haven't been using it but my son is back in school and I'll have to repair it. My model is GE dvl223ea0ww (or dvl223eaoww?) electric dryer. I'm afraid that I cannot afford a repairman, is this something that I could do myself? I'm pretty handy. Thanks for your help, Faith
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