Dryer produces a rattling or clinking noise during operation

Safety first: Unplug the dryer before reaching into any openings or removing panels.

• Check drum and baffles: Inspect inside the drum and under the baffles for coins, buttons, or small objects. Remove any debris.
• Inspect lint filter housing: Remove the lint filter and look down into the housing with a flashlight. Vacuum out any objects.
• Access blower wheel: Remove the front or rear panel to reach the blower housing. Open it and remove any foreign objects from the wheel.
• Tighten hardware: Check that all panel screws and internal brackets are tight.

After clearing debris, run the dryer briefly to confirm the noise is gone.