Pete February 26, 2020 for Model Number GE GUD27ESSJWW Diffuser Loose? The three bolts on our dryer diffuser keep coming loose. Twice, one has popped out into the clothes while the other two bolts remain but were very loose. The dryer made a loud thumping sound from the diffuser vibrating. So far this has happened twice since a maintenance man from our building vacuumed the dryer and exhaust vents. Could he have dislodged or broken something inside behind the diffuser? I've tightened them pretty snug but not super tight in fear of stripping them. Should they be extremely tight? Thank you
1 Answer Hello Pete, You will need to order the rear drum bearing kit WE25M40 and replace the screws along with the rear bearing since this is the part with the threaded holes. Be sure to use the proper screwdriver tip when tightening. Also, check the front bearing assembly for wear. If it is worn excessively, this will allow the heating element to contact the rear of the drum and cause the screws to loosen. Read More...
Don November 09, 2019 for Model Number DPSB620EC4WW The felt drum seal and drum bearings needed to be replaced. Ordered the parts. While waiting on parts my wife tried to use the dryer. She said it made loud noises and then stopped. She tried again, same results. I changed the drum seal and bearings, but now it won't run. If I press the "ON" or "Start" button, nothing happens. The interior drum light comes on when the door is open, but the electronic panels does not light up or respond in any way.
1 Answer Don, it is possible that when in use, the bearing and seal may have caused enough tension to not allow the blower wheel to create a proper airflow. This could have caused the hi-limit thermostat WE4M300 to open the circuit and prevent 120VAC on the L1 side to reach the control. With the dryer unplugged, the thermostat can be tested for continuity to verify if it has failed, and is located at the blower wheel housing. Read More...
Anthony December 12, 2016 for Model Number DPSR405EA1WW I replaced the diffuser on my dryer. Not sure if i put it face up or face down. Does it matter?
1 Answer Hello Anthony. Yes, the smooth side needs to go to the inside or it could damage the clothing. Read More...
Sue S. September 24, 2016 for Model Number DRSR483ED1WW I need the insulation behind the diffuser. No one seems to know what that is. Can you help me?
1 Answer Hello Sue, The diffuser does not have insulation behind it since the air flow has to pass through it. Many times an issue with the ducting can cause a lint build-up in the diffuser and this can be mistaken for an insulator. Read More...
Phylicia J. April 30, 2014 for Model Number GTDP300EM1WS Please help, need to know what exact part I need for GE Dryer Model number GTDP300EM1WS that put the dryer to it's desire temp. The knob is broken and strip.
1 Answer Phylicia, the temperature switch knob is part number WH01X10462. If the switch is needed, the part number is WE4M407. Thanks! Read More...
J.B. December 29, 2013 for Model Number DHDSR46EG5WW Hi, I removed the diffuser from the back of my dryer to clean it. Is there an easy way to line up the 3 holes? Also, is there supposed to be insulation? It looked like lint buildup that burned. thanks
1 Answer Hello J.B., There is no insulation in the diffuser. This would be, as you suspected, burned lint. The way I always get everything lined back up is by sticking two wire ties through two of the holes, this lines the third one up so I can start one screw. Note I start one screw but do not tighten it. This way, I can pull out one wire tie and start a second screw. By this time, the third hole has no choice but to be lined up. Once I have all three screws started, I then go around and tighten all three screws. Read More...
Carolyn December 28, 2012 for Model Number GLER341AS1 My husband melted a vinyl tablecloth inside the dryer, melting it to the heat deflector at the back of the drum. I can't find a replacement deflector for my model. Is there a replacement metal deflector or do I have to buy a whole drum assembly??
1 Answer Hello Carolyn, It appears that the drum 134122532 would have to be replaced to replace the deflector. Read More...
Tory August 09, 2012 for Model Number Ge dryer dbxr453ev1w Needed to replace heat deflector for ge dryer number dbxr453ev1ww. Bought new deflector plate from ge, appears identical to old one. Installed it through dryer door using old screws,, doesn't seem to sit properly inside. Dryer makes lots of noise, screws not tight. What is the proper method of replacing the heat deflector plate?
1 Answer Hello Tory. You need to remove the drum from the cabinet to replace the heat deflector WE11X29438 on the unit. Read More...
Kshowde388 February 02, 2012 for Model Number DDSR475ET4WW My dryer seems to not heat up correctly when on High Heat settings/Cottons. I think it starts to heat then shuts the elements off. Can the 3 screws in the middle of the heat deflector be removed in order to remove the deflector from inside the tub?(i.e. can I remove the heat deflector to expose the heating elements with out taking the dryer top off and tub out?
1 Answer Hello Kshowde388. No, you will need to remove the drum to access the heater in the dryer. Hope this helps. Read More...
1 Answer Hello Harold. You will need to check and see if the slides WE03X37318 and WE03X37317 are bad on the unit. If so, it will cause the problem you are having. If the bearing WE3M26 on the front is worn down, it will need to be replaced as well. Hope this helps. Read More...