Midea
Stalled Drum / Broken Belt
Dryer drum does not turn, but motor humming sound is heard
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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
Broken drive belt, Seized idler pulley, Seized drum roller, Weak motor start winding or capacitor
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Unplug the dryer before opening the cabinet. Do not keep trying to start a humming motor; it can overheat.
- Try rotating drum by hand: With the door open, attempt to turn the drum. If it is very stiff, internal components are binding.
- Inspect drive belt: Remove the top and front panel. If the belt is broken or off the pulleys, replace it and inspect pulleys.
- Check idler and rollers: Spin each by hand. Replace any that are stiff or noisy.
- Test motor: With the belt removed, run the motor briefly (if safe to do so) to see if it starts freely. If it only hums, the motor or its capacitor is likely faulty and should be replaced.
After replacing worn parts, reassemble and test. Persistent humming indicates a failing motor that should not be used.
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Repair Difficulty
Hard
4/5
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