Proline Drum Bearing Failure

Washer-dryer is extremely noisy during spin; rumbling, grinding, or roaring sound from drum area.

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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 bearings, Failed bearing seal allowing water ingress, Bent drum shaft (spider), Loose drum pulley

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Unplug the appliance. Do not continue to use the machine with severe bearing noise, as it can cause further damage.

Step-by-step checks:

  • Check drum play: With the door open, lift the drum up and down. Excessive movement or clunking indicates bearing wear.
  • Spin by hand: Rotate the drum manually. Roughness, grinding, or metallic noises confirm bearing issues.
  • Inspect pulley: Remove the rear panel and check that the drum pulley bolt is tight and the pulley is not cracked.
  • Plan repair: Bearing replacement on Proline washer-dryer combos usually requires tub removal and sometimes splitting a sealed tub. This is a major repair.

When to call a technician: Bearing and spider replacement are complex and time-consuming; professional assessment is recommended to decide if repair is economical.

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Repair Difficulty

Professional Required 5/5

Required Part

Drum Bearing Kit
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