Checking the Idler Pulley

Procedures for Gathering Confirming Data

Unplug the dryer, disconnect the dryer vent and pull the dryer far enough away from the wall to get behind it.
Use a 5/16 inch nut driver to remove about 10 sheet metal screws from the rear access panel. Remove the panel and slide it down the power cord to get it out of the way.
The idler pulley is positioned alongside the motor pulley and keeps tension on the belt. If this pulley looses its lubricant, it will squeek. Plug the dryer in and run it to confirm that the squeeking is coming from the idler pulley. Add a couple of drops of light machine oil to the bearing with the dryer stopped to get rid of the squeeking. Replace the rear panel.

All of the information in these Appliance Clinicprocedures is provided FREE OF CHARGE. No liability is assumed by theauthor for the accuracy of the contents or damages caused by the use ofthese procedures. By Oron Schmidt.