Indesit
Drum Support Bearing or Roller Wear
Indesit dryer makes loud rumbling or grinding noise during operation
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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 rear drum bearing, worn front drum support pads, damaged drum support rollers, foreign object trapped in drum seal
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Disconnect mains power before disassembly.
Noise source identification:
- Empty drum test: Run the dryer briefly empty (if safe) to confirm noise is from the machine, not the load.
- Inspect rear bearing: Remove the rear panel. Check the rear drum bearing or support ball for wear, scoring, or excessive play. Replace the bearing kit if worn.
- Check front supports: Remove the front panel and inspect felt seals and support pads/rollers. Replace any that are worn through, flattened, or noisy.
- Look for foreign objects: Check around the drum edges and seals for coins, bra wires, or screws and remove them.
After repair: Reassemble the cabinet and run a test cycle to ensure the noise has been eliminated.
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Repair Difficulty
Hard
4/5
Required Part
Rear Drum Bearing Kit
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