This is a metal clip that secures the drive motor in place within the dryer cabinet. It clamps around the motor housing to prevent movement during operation. Replace this clip if it is broken, missing, or bent, which can cause the motor to shift and create excessive vibration, rattling noises, or belt misalignment.
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Very loud rumble and grinding noise. Burning smell. Richard C. • Westminster , CA • November 11, 2023
Ultimately is was discovered and caused by the blower wheel shaft opening was cracked and broken. Replaced blower fan wheel.
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