This inglis gas dryer is from 1993 (Model #IA72100)... I hope to repair this myself. No problem with coil valve or heating. All vents and areas internally are lint free. A part of a jacket caught in the drum's crease and pulled out the felt ring around the dryer. I replaced it. But then the dryer had developed a grinding noise under heavier loads such as jeans or towels. I continued to use the dryer for months with regular weighted loads. Now I hear a low humming noise when pressing the start button, (like a distant jet engine warming up) the drum begins to turn but shuts off in 1-3 turns, it will start again but only if start button is held down. Drum is stiff and hard to turn by hand. The belt seems fine? What other steps could I make to elimate the problem? I hold a grudge againgst the last serviceman that charged me full price after I assisted him thoughout the removal and return of the drum... and provided him with 3 much needed glasses of icewater on a hot summer's day. Perhaps it was the toy rubber garter snake that startled him out of the basement that detered him from giving me a fair price!!! I'd like to tackle the current problems on my own if I can get a few suggestions...
Is it possible to check the bearing or oil the centre of rotation?
Testimonial: "I've oiled the shaft to the drive motor which moves more freely now but the slow, load grinding noise is worse... it sounds like it's coming from the blower wheel area but everything seeems to be clear there? Perhaps it's the best place to start replacing parts!"
I guess you may check whether the blower wheel is still rigid (not deformed) and if it is touching anything during rotation. Also, check if the bolt/screw that keep the drum to the shaft is secure.
Thanks for all your help... it is appreciated. I changed the rear drum rollers and idler pulley. Although the belt showed no signs of wear, I change it too. Rotation has improved and there's no more grinding. So with my handy-gal work complete, it's back to sporting an apron, to tackle the heaping pile of laundry that's beginning to look like a monster lurking in the dark corner of the basement! Haha... Thanks again!
I've spoken too soon... buzzing of the start button has returned, although there is no more grinding except as the drum first starts, on my second load the dryer shut off early and I could smell hot wires... slightly frustrating but I'll order a new motor and keep my fingers crossed.
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This The coils are mounted to the gas saefty valve, This should solve your problem. Hope this helps, Please feel free to comment again if you have any further questions or concerns. Good Luck! Mike
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