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Worn or seized idler pulley causes loud squeaking, squealing, or rumbling sounds during the drying cycle.
A broken or frozen idler pulley loses belt tension, causing the motor to run while the drum sits completely still.
A damaged pulley wheel creates uneven belt tracking, causing the drive belt to slip, fray, or snap prematurely.
Belt slippage due to a failed idler pulley can trigger motor overload protection, causing the dryer to stop mid-cycle.
💡 Pro Tip: Is Your Idler Pulley the Problem?
Your part is likely the culprit if you notice any of the following:
⚠️ Loud squeaking, squealing, or rumbling noise during the drying cycle
⚠️ Motor runs but the drum does not spin or tumble
⚠️ Drive belt slips off repeatedly or shows uneven wear
⚠️ Visible cracks, flat spots, or wobble on the pulley wheel
🔍 Quick check: Open the top panel and spin the idler pulley by hand. It should rotate smoothly and silently with no side-play. Any roughness, grinding, or wobble means it's time to replace it. Lint buildup around the pulley shaft is a common accelerator of wear — clean the area while you're in there.
📦 What's in the Box
✅ 1× Dryer Idler Pulley Wheel with Bearing (2-1/4" dia. × 3/4" H × 1/2" bore) — Part 4560EL3001A
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