Re: Sears Kenmore Dryer noise

Re: Sears Kenmore Dryer noise

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Sears Kenmore Dryer noise John Taylor 06-04-2006

John Taylor wrote:
> I've a Sears Kenmore (mfd by Whirlpool) Dryer, model 110.64212200 that
> is almost 3 years old and only gets light/moderate use. It has begun
> making an unhappy squeaking/groaning noise during operation. Based on
> the frequency of the squeaking it sounds like it is the drum rotating
> that is causing the squeaks, not the motor.
>
> Is there anything that I can lubricate or otherwise do to maintain my
> equipment? The user manual and installation manual do not offer anything
> of value other than the parts diagram.
>
> Thanks!

Hi,

> It has begun
> making an unhappy squeaking/groaning noise during operation. Based on
> the frequency of the squeaking it sounds like it is the drum rotating
> that is causing the squeaks, not the motor.

Drum support wheels may be suspect. Something caught in one of the drum
seals.

> Is there anything that I can lubricate

It is usually best to replace the item that is making the noise,
lubrication ( esp a grease ) can attract dust and cause other problems.

> or otherwise do to maintain my
> equipment?

Vent system going outside should be cleaned out once a year, inside of
the dryer should be vacuumed out every 2-5 years depending on the
dryers useage time.

> The user manual and installation manual do not offer anything
> of value other than the parts diagram.

They normally never will, they offer info on operating the product.

http://www.applianceaid.com/dryers.html
http://www.applianceaid.com/whirlpool-dryers.html

jeff.
Appliance Repair Aid
http://www.applianceaid.com/



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