The Rear Drum Felt Seal with Adhesive is an OEM part for Whirlpool dryers. This part creates a tight seal at the rear of the dryer drum. This seal prevents hot air from escaping the drum during cycles, ensuring efficient and even drying of clothes.
Causes of a deteriorating rear drum felt seal can range from normal wear and tear, excessive heat exposure, to mechanical issues that cause misalignment or excessive wear on the seal itself.
Symptoms of a bad Rear Drum Felt Seal include:
- Clothes taking longer to dry or not drying thoroughly
- Increased lint outside the dryer or in the venting system
- Unusual noises during operation, indicating a gap or friction issue
- Heat escaping from the rear of the dryer
This OEM Whirlpool part is also compatible with Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Magic Chef, Admiral, Norge, Roper and some Kenmore models.
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