David February 26, 2020 for Model Number DPSR483EA1WW Yeah I seem to be having the same issues as other commenters where the clamp and blower wheel slide back and forth on the shaft. I started with replacing the clamp and now I've replaced the blower wheel. So far so good but I'm thinking it has more to do with the tight fit of the wheel onto the shaft(damn near had to force it on) rather than the clamps. My question is can you explain how the clamps keep the wheel in place on the shaft? From I can see they only seem to clamp onto the wheel and don't seem to function in keeping the wheel from sliding back and forth. What am I missing here?
1 Answer David, the WE1X688 Clamp and Screw Kit, is exactly it, a "clamping device". When properly installed the two clamp pieces will bind on the motor shaft preventing the blower wheel from being able to slide in either direction on the motor shaft. " From what I can see they only seem to clamp onto the wheel and don't seem to function in keeping the wheel from sliding back and forth. What am I missing here?" Make sure the clamps aren't distorted and sre installed correctly and the screw is tightenning properly and not "stripped". You may want to replace the clamp and screw kit. Thanks, Read More...
Jim August 14, 2019 for Model Number dbxr463ed1ww i just ordered a replacement blower wheel and clamp. on disassembly i noticed a groove on the motor shaft. it has been making a noise for a while and the back part of the clamp is no longer "D" shaped. will the groove be a problem"
1 Answer Jim, It could be if the clamp or the blower wheel is not tight it will eventually wear down the wheel and have the motor spinning inside the wheel instead of turning the wheel. I would at least replace the clamp assembly so the clamp and wheel can be tightened down to the motor shaft. Clamp part number WE1X688 Read More...
Woody April 29, 2016 for Model Number DRSR483ED1WW Does p/n ap3794635 include the clamp/retainer and screw with the wheel? Thanks
Wfranklin March 26, 2015 for Model Number Dhdsr46eeoww I have replaced the belt, front slides, and heating element in my unit and it is still making a loud grinding sound. The unit is heating correctly now but i a wondering if the rear bearing could be the cause of the grinding sound?
1 Answer WFranklin, With still getting a grinding sound after replacing the front bearings then yes the rear bearings would be the issue. Read More...
Jeannine August 27, 2014 for Model Number older gen electric I just had the fan clip-ie-holder-oner-thingy break. The fan now hits the unit. Is there a way to get the fan clip thingy? Without buying the fan or will this come in the package with the new fan? I see no "this package includes" as I look at your sight. I am looking at the part # ap3794635 it looks like the one in my dryer. Thanks
Worker May 06, 2013 for Model Number dpsr483ea1ww I have replaced my blower wheel. The clamps do not keep the wheel securely fastened to the shaft. I works for about 1 minute. Do I need need clamps? I hate to purchase a new dryer if a $8.00 clamp will fix it. I have done this twice.
1 Answer Hello Worker. It sounds like you need to replace the blower wheel WE16M15 and the clamp WE1X688 on the unit. Read More...
Doug February 17, 2013 I just replaced the dryer wheel and clamps. My new dryer wheel keeps sliding foward causing a loud squealing noise which is why I replaced the old one. How do I keep this from continuing?
1 Answer Doug, Check and make sure you didn't over torque the retainer screw and distress the back "clamp" portion of the retainer. Check the end of the motor shaft, make sure it's not distressed and damaged from the previous blower whell mishap. Make sure you have the blower whell installed as close to the back of the housing as possiible wihout rubbing the housing. Read More...
Jody February 10, 2013 for Model Number DHDSR46GE2WW My dryer was not heating up so I went and changed the ignitor switch and it seem like it was heating pretty good but it ran about 5 minutes but then went back to heating just a little, I end up having to run the dryer twice before all the clothes dry. I am not sure what to check from here, I did take the vent pipe off and it was clear of lint. Can you tell me what might be the problem?
1 Answer Hello Jody. It sounds like an air flow issue. You will need to check the ducts inside the dryer and the blower wheel as well in the unit. Read More...
Stlouis Jjl February 03, 2013 for Model Number dwsr405gb1ww What is the torque limit for the blower clamp screw? How tight is tight? I have hand tightened the screw but after a few minutes the blower clamp releases and the blower wheel slides forward and scrapes the front frame. Upon inspection the screw appears to have a damaged thread about 1/2 inch from the end. Does the rear clamp need to be straightened if the torque was exceeded?
1 Answer Hello Stlouis JJL There is no torque specification on the clamp screw. If the screw is damaged this would cause the clamp to loosen and you would want to replace the clamp. The rear clamp would need to be straighened if it is not in place properly. Read More...
Clifford Craig January 22, 2013 for Model Number GE DBXR463 Dryer was making a grating noise. Have just finished replacing blower wheel and as well as retainer with new parts. Works fine for about 2 minutes and then the blower wheel slips off the drive shaft and get that grating noise again. Any suggestions? Thanks in advance
1 Answer Clifford, Check and make sure you didn't over torque the retainer screw and distress the back "clamp" portion of the retainer. Check the end of the motor shaft, make sure it's not distressed and damaged from the previous blower whell mishap. Make sure you have the blower whell installed as close to the back of the housing as possiible wihout rubbing the housing Read More...