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Customer Questions and Answers for Dryer Drum Roller Axle by Whirlpool

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By: Whirlpool
Part Number: OEM18029583
Manufacturer Part Number: WP6-3129480

The Dryer Drum Roller Axle is an OEM part for Whirlpool dryers. It plays a role in the dryer's operation by offering support and an axis for the drum roller to spin smoothly. This guarantees effective and balanced tumbling of clothes throughout the drying cycle. 

Causes of a bad Dryer Drum Roller Axle can include prolonged use leading to wear and tear, accumulation of lint and debris causing additional friction, or improper loading of the dryer drum which can bend or strain the axle.

Symptoms of a bad Dryer Drum Roller Axle include:

  • Unusual noises, such as squeaking or grinding, during the operation
  • The dryer drum struggling to turn or not turning at all
  • Increased vibration or shaking of the dryer unit
  • Clothes taking longer to dry or not drying evenly

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

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For Whirlpool Dryer Drum Roller Axle (Part Number: OEM18029583)

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Hello Curt! Unfortunately, the manufacturer does not offer a repair kit for your model MDE5500AYW. If a repair kit were offered the kit would usually consist of the belt part number WP33002535, roller part number 12001541 and belt tension pulley part number WP6-3700340. I'd also check the tumber bearings 306508. Hope this helps, thanks!

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Debbie, As long as there are no major wear marks or scratches, on the axles WP6-3129480, you can usually clean the axle and "buff" them with emory cloth. Then lube the shafts and roller bearing (center opening) 12001541 with a couple of drops of turbine oil TJ93240. You'll also want to repeat the procedure on the idler pulley assembly WP6-3037050.

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Hello Nick, Between the main top and the cabinet in hte front there would be 2 clips that have to be released to lift top. If it has the lint filter on top then remove lint filter and 2 screws, pull forward on top and lift.

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Hello Keith! Yes, your model does use drum rollers. Your unit uses part number 12001541. You will need a QTY of two. Thanks.

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Ben Warnock

My Dryer model #MDE9206AYW is making the loud screeching noise that I see on some of the other post. Can I just replace the roller axle MFG Part Number 6-3129480, or do you think I should replace the support roller MFG Part Number 12001541 as well? The dryer sounds a little rough even when it is not screeching so loud you have to leave the house. Do you suggest replacing the bearing kit MFG Part Number 306508 as well. I would rather not have to buy a rivet tool if the axle and or support roller will stop the loud noise.

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Ben, either of those parts could be causing your noise. Since you're already going to be there, it makes since to replace the rollers 12001541 and the Tumbler Bearing Kit 306508. It's recommended that you replace both bearing kits and both rollers at the same time. You should be able to find a rivot tool at a reasonable price. Hope this helps!

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Hello Wayne, This probably has nothing to do with the unit being gas. Most of the time, the drum rollers 12001541, idler wheel WP6-3037050, and glides 306508 make the noise. This is a pre-cursor to failure. The belt WPY312959 should be inspected to determine if the other failing parts have caused the belt to need replacement.

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