Kitchenaid Dryer Bearing Parts

The Bearing Ring for Front Support is an OEM part for Whirlpool dryers. It provides support and stability to the dryer's front drum. The bearing ring helps to reduce friction and ensure smooth rotation of the drum during the drying cycle. It helps to maintain proper alignment and balance, preventing excessive noise and vibration during operation.

A bad bearing ring can occur due to wear and tear over time, high usage, or damage from foreign objects getting caught in the drum. If the bearing ring becomes worn, cracked, or damaged, it can lead to loud squeaking or grinding noises coming from the dryer.

Symptoms of a bad bearing ring for front support include:

• Loud squeaking or grinding noises during operation.
• Excessive vibration or shaking of the dryer.
• Difficulty in rotating the drum manually.
• Visible damage or wear on the bearing ring.

This OEM Whirlpool part can also be used on Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Magic Chef, Admiral, Norge, Roper, and Kenmore/Sears brand appliances.

The Front Bearing and Seal Kit is an OEM replacement part for Whirlpool dryers. This kit includes the front bearing and seal for the dryer drum, which work together to provide smooth operation and prevent premature wear.

Causes of a bad front bearing and seal can include regular wear and tear from normal use, heavy loads that place extra strain on the bearings, or debris accumulation causing increased friction.

Symptoms of issues include:

• Noisy or grinding sounds coming from the drum area
• Vibration noticed during the operation
• Difficulty turning or rotating the dryer drum by hand
• Reduced efficiency and longer drying times

This OEM replacement kit is also compatible with Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Magic Chef, Admiral, Norge, Roper, and Kenmore models.

This bearing ring is a small, low-friction spacer used in the dryer's drive system to let rotating components spin smoothly and quietly. Replacing a worn ring helps reduce drag, eliminate squeal, and protect related parts. What it does:

• Provides a bearing surface between a rotating wheel/pulley and its bracket
• Helps maintain smooth belt tracking and consistent tumble
• Reduces friction and wear on the belt and pulley/roller
• Common symptoms of wear: squealing/chirping while running, intermittent drum start, drag or burning-rubber smell

• 1 bearing ring

• Disconnect power; for gas dryers, also shut off gas supply
• Access the drive system; release belt tension and remove the affected pulley/roller as required
• Note the order/orientation of spacers, washers, and clips; install the new ring in the same position
• Hand-rotate the assembly to ensure free movement before reassembly and testing

This front bearing ring sits on the dryer's front bulkhead to provide a smooth, low-friction surface for the drum lip. Replacing a worn ring helps restore quiet, steady drum rotation and prevents scraping against the front panel. What it does:

• Supports the front of the drum and keeps it centered
• Provides a low-friction surface between the drum and front bulkhead
• Helps eliminate squealing, scraping, or grinding noises from the front
• Can address drum drag or rough, uneven rotation

• 1 bearing ring

• Disconnect power; shut off gas supply for gas models before servicing
• Remove the top and front panel to access the front bulkhead and drum
• Support the drum while replacing the ring; install in the same orientation as the original
• Spin the drum by hand to ensure smooth, quiet rotation before reassembly; inspect the belt, idler pulley, rollers, and felt seals while open