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This oil seal keeps appliance shafts and bearings sealed to prevent oil leaks and maintain smooth operation. It helps protect internal components and reduces the risk of lubricant loss that can cause noise or premature wear. What it does:
The Drum Slide is an OEM replacement part for GE clothes dryers. It supports the front of the dryer drum, allowing it to rotate smoothly and quietly. Made of durable materials, this component reduces friction as the drum spins, ensuring that the appliance operates with minimal noise and wear. Causes for a malfunctioning Drum Slide can include wear and tear from the constant rotation of the drum, accumulation of lint or debris causing friction, or damage due to overloading the dryer may also disrupt slide movement quality over time. Symptoms of a faulty drum slide include:
This GE OEM replacement part is also compatible with Hotpoint, RCA, and some Kenmore models.
After removing the top panel of the dryer, I removed 2 screws down inside (with unusual square head) to free the front panel then disconnected the wiring connecting the front panel to the dryer by gently pushing at the clips with a flathead screwdriver; this allowed me to fully remove the front panel. There is a large round lip on the front panel which holds the drum in place, and it was easy to see that the felt around this lip had degraded and turned completely orange and was the source of... Read more
This upper drum felt is the replacement seal that cushions and guides the dryer drum for quieter operation and smoother rotation. It helps protect the drum edge and prevents clothes from catching where the drum meets the front bulkhead. What it does:
What's included: One upper drum felt seal Install notes:
I removed the damaged felt strips and all adhesive residue from the dryer door face. Then I installed the new felt strips. The plastic glides snapped into place easily on the drum. Reinstalling the door was a simple operation, and the drum fit snugly on the new felt gaskets. The dryer works great now, runs quietly, and the entire repair cost much less than a service call or purchasing a new dryer. Read more