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Get PriceThe glides provide a surface for the drum to rotate on but they can wear down producing a scraping sound because of metaltometal contact Remove your dryers cabinet and inspect the glides as indicated in your owners manual
Read MoreI am in the same situation I purchased my washerdryer set 2 years ago and have been dealing with a thumping sound for the last several months We eventually found there is a crack on the weld seam of the drum and it is defective product It sounds like Im in the same boat as everyone else in here Not sure why this isnt a recall
Read MoreMy dryer just started making a metallic scraping noise while it is running At first I thought that it was a metal rivet or zipper scraping against the inside of the dryer but then I noticed that the noise still happens when the dryer is empty The dryer is about 5 months old and I
Read MoreNov 14 2010 My tumble dryer is making a grinding noise when it turns one way only Answered by a verified UK Appliance Technician Hello My Hotpoint Aquarius VTD00 tumble dryer was making squeaking and grinding noises as the drum went round and now it has stopped turning altogether my hotpoint vtd20 tumble dryer makes a grinding noise then trips
Read MoreJul 12 2016 The thumping noise could be caused by the flat spot as the drum rotates If the flat area isnt too severe then allow the dryer to run so the rollers take back their original shape If this doesnt resolve the problem contact a local dryer repair company to replace the rollers
Read MoreOne or more of the drum rollers might be worn out Many dryers have two drum support rollers on the rear of the drum and some dryers have two more rollers supporting the front of the drum When the d rum rollers are worn out they can cause the dryer to make a loud rumbling noise To determine if the rollers are worn out inspect the rollers
Read MoreSep 04 2013 There are a few brands of dryers that do not have roller wheels but glides that the drum ride on Over time these glides get worn down and begin to make a screeching noise or like two pieces of sand paper rubbing together If the glides arent replaced right away they can cause further damage to
Read MoreMay 06 2015 It could be the drum seam hitting the top of the dryer as it rolls around That would make your rythmic thumping without the double sound of a roller This can happen by having heavy objects sitting on top of the dryer and causing the top to sag down just a little bit Try placing your hand on top of the dryer while its running
Read MoreForeign objects in the drum front seal and worn or loose drum slides can cause a metal scraping noise as the drum rotates We recommend you contact service Check for foreign objects in the drum like coins paper clips etc Buttons and zippers will make a rattling sound as they roll around in the drum
Read MoreDryers are sealed by felt or a feltlike material which prevent hot air from escaping the dryer where it should not Over time these felt drum seals can become worn out resulting in a
Read MoreDec 14 2018 Worn glides create a squealing or screeching noise as the metal drum rubs against the metal glide bracket The glides attach to the back of the bulkhead located behind the
Read MoreNoise Cause 7 Drum Slide Glide or Pad Made from Teflon nylon or plastic drum slides glides provide support for the dryers front and sides They have a felt or cork backing to provide a smooth surface for the drum to rotate on As they wear out youll notice a scraping sound
Read MoreDrum Rub This is the scraping sound of the dryer side rubbing against the rotating drum Heavy objects pressing against the dryer can cause this noise Opening the dryer and flexing the side of the cabinet away from the drum will stop the grinding noise Pencil Stopping The Dryers Blower This loud banging sound is a dryer with a pencil in the blower Objects can pass into the blower housing through holes in
Read MoreA scraping noise can indicate damage to the drum glide bearing or felt drum seal Suspect the drive motor if you hear a buzzing or whining noise while the dryer
Read MoreSep 22 2014 If you have a metallic scraping noise then you need to deal with it straight away This sound usually means the metal drum is scraping on something as it revolves this is usually the bearing at the back of the tumble dryer or the front pads have worn away
Read MoreIf you did not remove the dryer drum from its support axle at the back that could be very likely source for the noise Since the drum glides where worn out it is entirely possible that the axle shaft is also worn out Pull the dryer out so you can get to the back wall of the dryer to check the axle bearing mount in the center of the back panel
Read MoreIf the dryer is mounted on a dryer pedestal items in the pedestal drawer may be rattlingvibrating causing the sound Are there scraping sounds Objects such as coins paper clips safety pins screws nails or other small hardware can get caught in the seam where the drum meets the front or rear
Read MoreGliders can wear with excess dryer use which is usually evident from the whining noise they sometimes produce as they begin to rub against the cabinet Eventually bad gliders can also cause the drum to dip in the back and create a crevice for clothes to become
Read MoreJun 16 2012 My GE DPSE810 electrical dryer was making a horrible metallic scraping sound I took off the front and top panels turned the drum with my hand and quickly found the source of the noise The drum was scraping against the small front flap of the left side body panel
Read MoreThe drum glides provide support to the front of the dryers drum Since they are made from plastic teflon or nylon they provide a smooth surface for the drum to rotate However over time they can wear out and cause a scraping sound
Read MoreWhen a dryer motor goes bad the loud grinding rumbling from the wornout bearings makes it seem like the dryers going to blow up any second It wont but fairly soon after the noise starts it will stop dead in its tracks when the bearings seize
Read MoreThe dryer drum bearing is there to support the back of the drum If the dryer makes a scraping or squeaking noise then this bearing is probably worn out Remove and replace this bearing if you find it to be worn or damaged The dryer will need to be taken apart to install a new bearing
Read MoreCheck inside the drum for metal or hard plastic objects like coins buttons or zippers If these get caught between the front seal of the drum and the cabinet they can cause a scraping noise
Read MoreMay 10 2005 My GE Electric Dryer just started making a grinding noise Everything seems to be working fine Dryer rotates It produces heat The only thing is that it is making the grinding noise I can hear this noise if I rotate the drum by and counter clock Hardish
Read MoreThe scraping noise could be caused from a small hard object stuck between the front or rear drum seals and bulkheads It could also be a worn drum support roller or shaft something stuck in the blower housing or it could be the belt idler pulley
Read MoreIt is very common for dryer drum rollers to wear out If the dryer makes noise particularly a loud rumbling noise one or more of the rollers or axles may be worn out After removing the drum from the dryer inspect the rollers and axles If one is worn out replace all of them at the same time as a preventative measure
Read MoreSamsung dryer drums have been known to crack at the drum weld leading to thumping noises and broken drum rollers To determine if your Samsung dryer has broken drum Open the top and rotate the drum until you see the drum weld Samsung dryer drums most often break on this weld point at the front or rear roller indentation
Read MoreIf the drum bearing is worn out the dryer may make noise To determine if the drum bearing is at fault re move the dryer belt and try turning the drum by hand If the drum rotates freely it is unlikely that the drum bearing is worn out If the drum makes squealing or grinding sounds when turned andor is hard to turn check the drum bearing and replace it if necessary
Read MoreOct 22 2015 Drum Glides The glides which are also referred to as slides or pads supply the front of the drum with a smooth surface to spin on Like the dryer belt over time the glides can become worn As a result you may begin to hear a grinding or scraping noise If the glides need replacing it is best to switch them out as a set instead of one at a time
Read MoreIf the seal is torn or worn then clothing can become stuck in the gap when the drum is turning This can produce a scraping or thumping noise and the clothes can also be ripped andor have black marks on them How to check your dryers felt drum seal Disconnect your dryer from the power source Open your dryer cabinet and remove the drum
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