Kenmore Drum Seal or Felt Contamination

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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.

Possible Causes

Worn drum seals, felt seals saturated with fabric softener or debris, drum rubbing on cabinet edges

Safety First: Unplug dryer and shut off gas.

Steps:

Inspect drum seals: Remove front panel and examine front and rear felt seals for wear, tears, or contamination.
Replace seals: If seals are worn or dirty, remove the drum and install new OEM felt seals using high-temperature adhesive as specified.
Clean drum: Wipe the inside of the drum with a mild cleaner to remove residue.

Hard 4/5

Drum Felt Seal Kit

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