Montpellier Drum Seal / Felt Wear Causing Fabric Staining

Dryer leaves black or brown marks on clothes after drying.

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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 front felt seal, Grease from rear bearing contaminating drum, Foreign objects trapped in drum seal

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Unplug the dryer before inspecting seals and bearings.

  • Inspect drum seals: Look around the drum opening for worn or detached felt seals. Replace if compressed, torn, or contaminated with grease.
  • Check rear bearing: Inspect the rear bearing area for grease leaks into the drum. Replace bearing kit and clean drum interior if contaminated.
  • Remove foreign objects: Check between the drum and front panel for trapped items that could be rubbing and leaving marks.
  • Clean drum: Wipe the drum interior with a mild detergent solution and dry thoroughly before use.
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Repair Difficulty

Hard 4/5

Required Part

Front Drum Felt Seal
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