Brian L Sacramento , CA November 21, 2019 Appliance: Maytag Electric Dryer MDE5500AYQ Dryer was making a loud noise in use I disassembled my dryer and found that the fan(blower wheel) was "free-spinning" on the motor shaft. A common problem with this model Maytag dryer. I also discovered that the right drum roller (drum support roller) was in the process of failing. Note: the fan drive was frozen on the motor shaft, this was the threaded type of motor and fan assembly. I was able to remove the fan drive by using vice-grip pliers, hammer and a combination wrench to hold motor from turning. Also Note: the fan Assembly/Drive removes by turning "CLOCKWISE". The drum roller was removed by using snap-ring pliers. I vacuumed excessive lint from the interior of the dryer cabinet and reassembled the dryer. Read More... 3 People found this story helpful Do-It-Yourself Rating: Repair Time Estimate: 30-60 minutes Tools: Nut Drivers, Pliers, Socket Set
Allen H Snow Hill , MD July 31, 2021 Bad dryer motor.. The replacement went very well.... direct replacement. Thanks to the great help I was able to identify the correct parts and make the purchase. Read More... Do-It-Yourself Rating: Repair Time Estimate: 2+ hours Tools: Nut Drivers, Socket Set
Joe L Bartlett , IL February 22, 2022 Appliance: Maytag Gas Dryer MDG5500AWW My dryer motor went out With your online training on the repair, it made it quite easy for me. I was able to take the dryer apart remove all defective parts. Reinstalled new drive motor, blower wheel, belt and drum support rollers. I'm 66 years old and when the parts arrived, I installed everything within 2 hours and my dryer runs like new. This was a lot cheaper than buying a new washer and dryer. Thank you for all your assistance, Joseph Lazzara Read More... Do-It-Yourself Rating: Repair Time Estimate: 2+ hours Tools: Nut Drivers, Pliers, Screwdrivers, Socket Set, Wrench Set