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Samsung Dryer vibrating or shaking
If your Samsung dryer is vibrating or shaking while it runs, it usually points to worn rotating parts that let the drum wobble. The most likely culprit is a failing drive motor or motor bearings; a motor that’s wearing out often makes a grinding noise or other loud sounds when the drum turns, and the motor shaft may not spin freely by hand. Next on the list are worn drum support bearings or rollers that let the drum sag and vibrate, followed by damaged or missing felt seals that stop the drum from riding smoothly against the bulkhead. A stuck or worn idler pulley or idler assembly that doesn’t let the drive belt track correctly can also cause shaking and extra noise. Inspect the motor, bearings, rollers, felt seals and idler for wear, rough spots or parts that don’t turn freely, and replace any damaged components. Enter your model number on RepairClinic.com to see the exact replacement drive motor, bearing, felt seal, idler pulley or assembly that fits your dryer.
01 - Samsung Dryer Drive Motor
A drive motor that is wearing out will be unable to rotate the dryer drum efficiently, resulting in the dryer vibrating or shaking during operation. As the motor bearings began to wear out, the drive motor will often make a grinding noise. If the motor is noisy or the motor shaft does not turn freely by hand, the component should be replaced.
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02 - Samsung Dryer Motor
A dryer motor that is wearing out will be unable to rotate the drum efficiently, resulting in the dryer vibrating or shaking during operation. As the motor bearings began to wear out, the motor will often make a grinding noise. If the motor is noisy or the motor shaft does not turn freely by hand, the component should be replaced.
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03 - Samsung Dryer Drum Support Bearing
A worn drum support bearing will interfere with the smooth rotation of the dryer drum which can cause the appliance to vibrate or shake during operation. A support bearing the shows excessive wear or damage will need to be replaced to fix the problem.
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04 - Samsung Dryer Felt Seal
Felt seals can be found on the front or rear bulkhead of the dryer or on the front and back rims of the drum itself. A worn or missing felt seal can interfere with the dryer drum rotating smoothly, resulting in the appliance vibrating or shaking during operation. Inspect the felt seal or seals for wear or damage and replace as necessary.
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05 - Samsung Dryer Idler Pulley
A worn or stuck idler pulley may be unable to smoothly allow the drive belt to rotate the drum efficiently, resulting in the appliance vibrating or shaking. Inspect the pulley for any wear or damage and confirm it rotates freely. If the pulley shows signs of damage or doesn't turn easily it should be replaced.
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06 - Samsung Dryer Idler Assembly
A worn or stuck idler assembly may be unable to smoothly allow the drive belt to rotate the drum efficiently, resulting in the appliance vibrating or shaking. Inspect the idler assembly for any wear or damage and confirm the pulley rotates freely. If the assembly shows signs of damage or the pulley doesn't turn easily the idler assembly should be replaced.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why is my dryer making a grinding noise when the drum turns?
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