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Dryer Help for Repairs Advice

SAFETY WARNING Do You want to KNOW HOW to save some money and perform your own clothes dryer repair

Clothes dryer repairs starts with understanding the basics.

Most clothes dryers are standalone units with some clothes dryers integrated in a single unit with front loading washing machines.

Doing some basic maintenance will save on dryer-repair.

Safety is important so always check and clean the lint filters.

It is a common source of dryer overheating and fire is not uncommon.

Always listen for loud and unusual noises. Sometimes they are due to debris left in pockets such as screws, or coins rolling around in the drum, and sometimes even metal buttons make a scratching noise.

More serious signs of impending failure come from drum bearings, the fans or blowers, the drum rollers and the idler pulleys.

That burning smell is either lint or drive belts failing

Never attempt to repair or troubleshoot your home-appliances unless the electrical power is switched off and the plug removed. This site or myself cannot accept any responsibility for injury or death following any attempt to follow the advice given within this website.

If you are in any way unsure of your ability to follow the advice then call a qualified electrician or service person. Unplug or electrically isolate the appliance before checking any part of the wiring, or opening the protective covers


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