GE Profile
Drum Seal or Felt Wear / Contamination
Dryer leaves black or brown marks on clothes.
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Safety Warning
This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.
If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.
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Possible Causes
Worn front or rear drum felt seals, Grease or debris on drum, Foreign object trapped at drum edge
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Unplug the dryer.
Step-by-step checks:
- Inspect drum seals: Remove the front panel and inspect the front and rear felt seals around the drum. Look for tears, missing sections, or heavy contamination.
- Check for debris: Remove any foreign objects trapped at the drum edges.
- Clean drum: Wipe the inside of the drum with a mild detergent solution and dry thoroughly.
- Replace seals: If seals are worn or damaged, remove the old felt and adhesive, and install new OEM felt seals using high-temperature adhesive as specified.
Note: Damaged seals can also cause clothes to snag or get burned.
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Repair Difficulty
Hard
4/5
Required Part
Drum Felt Seal Kit
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