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Montgomery Wards Dryer vibrating or shaking
If your Montgomery Wards dryer is vibrating or shaking during a cycle, start with the drive motor and motor bearings — a failing motor is the most common cause and often produces a grinding noise or makes the dryer squeak as the shaft starts to bind. After the motor, worn drum support bearings are a likely culprit; they let the drum wobble instead of running true and can make the dryer loud or cause the dryer to make noise when the drum turns. Worn felt seals on the drum edges and bulkhead can also let the drum shift and vibrate, and a stuck or worn idler pulley or idler assembly can prevent the belt from tracking smoothly, adding vibration and noise. Check for obvious wear, spin the drum by hand to feel rough spots, and listen for grinding or squealing to narrow it down. When you know the failing part, enter your model number on RepairClinic.com to see the exact replacement parts and order what fits your dryer.
01 - Montgomery Wards 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 - Montgomery Wards 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 - Montgomery Wards 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 - Montgomery Wards 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 - Montgomery Wards 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 - Montgomery Wards 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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The dryer drum stopped turning or is not spinning. Could it be the motor or idler pulley?
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