Whirlpool Dryer: making noise

Based on 3 community discussions Community Analysis

⚡ Quick Answer: Most common fix for making noise: Replacing the idler pulley (33.0% DIY success rate)

Common Causes

  • Idler pulley may have seized up (1 mentions)
  • Worn front felt seal (1 mentions)
  • Worn belt (1 mentions)
  • Faulty motor (1 mentions)

Top Solutions

  1. Replacing the idler pulley

    Success rate: 33.0% DIY: Yes Medium

Can I Fix This Myself?

33.0% DIY Success Rate

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Analysis based on 3 community discussions
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Data compiled from real discussions on r/appliancerepair and r/Appliances:

  1. Whirlpool (heat pump) dryer makes horrible sound at times
  2. Whirlpool Dryer YLEW0050PQ makes awful noise after 1 minute ...
  3. Mysterious noise from Whirlpool w10804688b dryer.

Community Discussions

grinding humming type noise

Replacing the idler pulley is suggested as it may have seized up.

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