Dryer produces a heavy thumping or banging noise, especially with larger loads.

Safety first: Unplug the dryer before internal inspection.

• Redistribute load: Stop the dryer, open the door, and separate heavy items (e.g., towels, bedding). Restart and see if the noise improves.
• Check drum baffles: Inspect the internal drum baffles for looseness or broken screws. Tighten or replace as needed.
• Inspect rollers and bearing: Remove the drum and examine the drum support rollers and any rear drum bearing. Replace flattened rollers or a worn bearing kit.
• Check for foreign objects: Look around the drum perimeter for trapped items causing repeated thumps.