Hansa Foreign Object or Drum Glide Wear

Dryer emits a grinding or scraping noise when drum turns

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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

Foreign object trapped between drum and front panel, Worn front drum glides, Damaged felt seal

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Unplug the dryer before inspection.

  • Check drum interior: Look for loose objects such as coins, bra wires, or buttons inside the drum and around the door opening.
  • Inspect front seal and glides: Remove the front panel to access the drum front support. Check plastic glides and felt seals for wear or missing sections.
  • Remove foreign objects: Carefully remove any items caught between the drum and front bulkhead.
  • Replace worn glides/seals: Install new front glide and felt seal kits if the old ones are worn through.

Reassemble and test. Persistent grinding may indicate rear bearing damage.

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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Front Drum Glide Kit
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