Samsung Tumble Dryer Making Loud Noise
Samsung Tumble Dryer Making Loud Noise
If your Samsung tumble dryer is making a loud noise, banging, rattling, squealing or grinding during the cycle, there are several checks you can carry out at home before calling an engineer.
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Why Is My Samsung Tumble Dryer Making Loud Noise?
Loud noises from a tumble dryer are usually caused by foreign objects in the drum, worn drum support rollers, a worn drive belt or worn drum glides. The type of noise will help identify the cause.
Common Causes
Foreign objects in the drum
Coins, buttons, zips and other hard objects can cause rattling or banging as the drum turns.
Worn drum support rollers
The drum sits on support rollers at the back. If these wear out, the drum will wobble and produce a rumbling or thumping noise.
Worn or damaged drive belt
A worn or fraying drive belt can produce a squealing or slapping noise.
Worn drum glides or felt seal
The drum glides and felt seal at the front of the drum can wear out, causing a scraping or squealing noise.
Worn drum bearings
Worn rear bearings produce a grinding or rumbling noise that worsens over time.
Checks To Try Before Calling An Engineer
Check the drum for foreign objects
Remove all laundry and check the drum and door seal carefully for coins, buttons or other objects.
Check the load
Hard items such as jeans with metal rivets can cause noise. Check pockets before loading.
Clean the lint filter and condenser
A build-up of lint can sometimes cause unusual noises. Clean all filters.
If You Need Spare Parts
If you are confident carrying out the repair yourself, compatible Samsung tumble dryer spare parts are available on Amazon with next day delivery.
Always check your model number before ordering to ensure compatibility.
When To Contact A Professional
If no foreign objects are present and the noise persists, the drum rollers, drive belt, drum glides or bearings are likely worn and will need to be inspected by a qualified engineer.
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