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Re: My dryer makes terrible noise when tumbling. It is a...
Loud squeaky noises are usually a dry bearing--in this case, probably the one(s) that hold up the front of the drum. Open the top to inspect, then remove the front panel to replace or repair. Hope this helps!
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the dryers drum that spins around is driven by a belt . A belt tensioner is attached to provide a secure fit when turning. The tensioner has a idler pully which has a bearing in it. When worn the bearing squeaks or wears out causing this noise you have. Sears sells the belt and idler pulley as a set to retify this situation you have. Instructions come with these kits
Belt needs to be replaced,have you ever had a car drive by and heard a squealing noise? dryer belts "glaze" and squeal due to wear just like the ones in your engine
Hello,
I think by your description it's likely the rear drum bearing & hub. It is quite common on frigidaire/white westinghouse made dryer's.**unplug the unit before servicing** Try and search for a tiny little ball bearing at the back of the unit and see if you can isolate the noise is from there. If so you may be ok with some hi-temp silicone based lube for now, (you'll need to apply it from inside anyway, so you might as well replace it) but the bearing assembly probabely needs to be replaced...if that is the source of the squeaking. I hope that helps,
Good Luck :)
Usually lound screeching and squeaking noises are caused by dry drum rollers. You need to lube the rollers or replace them. When I say lube the roller I mean the shaft and bearing part of the roller.
see the video on bearings
We have made a few videos on these dryers and there are some very good repair guides on these.
if you need parts please feel free to see site or contact me with the full model number of the ID plate How-to-Repair
How replace the bearing kit
And if you have the type with a fixed Riveted Drum shaft then you will need this video
In our repair guides you will find help on all the tumble dryer problems
IT IS USUALLY THE "BELT TENSION ADJUSTABLE PULLEY". MOST ARE CHEAPLY MADE ... TRY A BIT OF AXLE GREESE ON IT ... IT IS SEALED FROM THE INNER DRUM AND IS MOUNTED USUALLY ON THE BOTTOM FRAME RAILING.
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