




A cracked, broken, or fin-damaged blower wheel causes a loud metal grinding or thumping sound during the drying cycle. Replacing the blower wheel eliminates the noise immediately.
A damaged or lint-jammed blower wheel cannot move enough air through the drum. Replacing it restores proper airflow and normal drying times.
Insufficient airflow caused by a failed blower wheel traps heat inside the drum, causing the dryer to overheat and repeatedly blow thermal fuses. A new blower wheel restores safe heat circulation.
If little or no air exits the exhaust vent despite a clean lint trap, the blower wheel is likely cracked or missing fins. Replacing it restores full exhaust airflow.




💡 Pro Tip: Is Your Blower Wheel the Problem?
Your part is likely the culprit if you notice any of the following:
⚠️ Loud grinding, thumping or rumbling noise during the drying cycle
⚠️ Clothes taking two or more cycles to fully dry
⚠️ Dryer overheating or tripping the thermal fuse repeatedly
⚠️ Weak or no airflow from the exhaust vent even with a clean lint filter
Remove the front panel and vent cover to visually inspect the blower wheel for cracked, missing or lint-jammed fins. A broken fin is almost always the source of the grinding noise. While you have the housing open, vacuum out any accumulated lint — a clogged housing will kill a new wheel fast.
📦 What's in the Box
✅ 1× Dryer Blower Wheel Assembly (replaces W10349492 / WPW10349492, white plastic, approx. 2 lbs)
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Disclaimer: Compatibility information, part numbers, and model fitment data on this page are sourced from manufacturer databases and third-party references. While we strive for accuracy, please verify your appliance model number before ordering. Heima is not responsible for errors or omissions in compatibility listings.
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