1 Answer Roy, No , the drum bearing/sleeve does not require any lubricant. Make sure the drum shaft is clean of any dust and debris, some servicers will "dab" a very small drip of silicone based oil or sewing machine oil, on the shaft as a "break in" lube to help "set" the shaft and bearing sleeve, but it's not necessary. Read More...
Steve February 11, 2016 for Model Number DDE7206MAL I purchased a bearing seal for the back of the drum. I took out the 3 screws at the drum rear, pulled the drum, and proceeded to remove the retaining ring on the back side through the access cover. I failed to hold on to the inside bracket and it fell to the dryer bottom. Now I have 2 washers and what looks like a really worn out bearing. My question: It's hard to tell from the schematic breakdown where the 2 washers go; I will be guessing when I reassemble everything. I don't suppose the new bearing comes with a diagram? Or is there a video on this procedure? Thanks!
1 Answer Steve, The bearing kit for you unit is part number WE25M40. We do not have information on where the washers would go but if you pull up the part number on our website there is a video that shows how to replace the drum bearing. Read More...
Jim O September 24, 2015 for Model Number DLB1550BDLWH Will the newer "T" bearing (AP2042531) fit the older rear drum support shaft/retainer, or do I need to order a complete rear drum support? Thanks, Jim
Tom June 16, 2015 for Model Number DLL2650BFLAD This Hotpoint dryer was squealing, then got untouchably hot, then stopped. It turns back on but there is a lot of friction towards the front. With so much heat did a heat sensor likely fail causing the burner to never be off? The rear drum bearing looks bad but is the friction sound in front the glides? Is there any other parts that cause friction or squealing sounds?
1 Answer Hello Tom. The seal WE9X30 for the front has been permanently discontinued by the manufacturer and we don't know of any source or replacement for the part. Read More...
Nana March 16, 2015 for Model Number DDE7900RALAD Clothes Dryer I am getting grease on my dried clothes. Where is this grease coming from and what parts need replacing?
1 Answer Hello Nana. You need to check and see if the seal ring WE9X30 is bad on the unit. It will cause marks if it is. This part has been permanently discontinued by the manufacturer and we don't know of any source or replacement for the part. Read More...
Richard June 26, 2014 for Model Number DDE7200SBLWW I ordered your bearing for the rear drum part WE 3x75. I was very pleased but am confused. Videos I watched said to replace the o-ring on the end of the shaft. Your order enclosed a slip of paper that said it was not necessary to replace the retaining ring on the the end of the shaft. There was no ring of any kind when I took my dryer apart. Do I need to purchase one and if so can I purchase it from you?
1 Answer Richard, no it is not necessary to purchase the retaining ring or O ring. They have been eliminated and are unnecessary. You may want to apply a very small dab of oil to the bearing surfaces to help "break in" the new bearing, but that's not necessary either. Read More...
Midwest Repairer March 22, 2014 for Model Number Hotpoint DLB2650B I have disassembled the drum and unscrewed the three screws at the back of the drum to inspect the bearing. It does need to be replaced. I am trying to re-attach the drum to the bearing with the three screws and cannot get the holes is the drum/shim plate/heat shield/bearing to align so that I can put the screws back in. Could you describe the procedure for this re-assembly?
1 Answer Midwest repairer, There is no easy way to get the assembly back together but here is how you can try. Take 2 zip ties and align everything up and put the zip ties in 2 of the holes. Then you will be able to work the one hole left work it until you get it started but do not tighten it. Then remove one of the zip ties and work on getting the second screw in and then do the 3rd the same way. This is the best way to get it. Read More...
John February 02, 2014 I was trying to take the motor out of a Whirlpool Quiet Dry Dryer and used the 13/16 wrench on one end and 7/16 wrench on the other just as you recommended. The shaft that I needed to unscrew the motor from just fell apart like it was made of cheese. Now it's totally stripped and I can't get the motor off to replace it. A 10 minute job turned into a frustrating delay. Do I have to cut the motor off and replace the plastic blower?
1 Answer Hello John. Yes, cut it off the motor shaft, but do not damage the motor shaft or it will need to be replaced as well. Read More...
Steve January 14, 2014 for Model Number njlr473et0wb I purchased the rear drum bearing kit. How is the ground strap attached to the bearing. The kit came with a sheet of paper that shows the ground strap but it is not clear at all, it has a very poor picture.
1 Answer Hello Steve. install the ground strap over the end of the screw for bracket so that the metal clip on ground strap touches end of the drum shaft. Secure the ground strap with the special fastener provided. Read More...
Karina December 01, 2013 for Model Number dcxr463eaoww GE dryer works fine but makes a terrible squeaking noise. For some loads there will be no noise and others a terrible high pitch shrill. Anything in particular I should be looking for when I take it apart to as certain if its the rear bearing or the bearing slide?
1 Answer Hello Karina. You need to order and replace WE3M26, WE03X37318, WE03X37317, and WE25M40 to properly repair the unit. Read More...