My GE gas dryer DPSR473GW1WW makes a loud squeal for about 5 minutes then quiets down.

I think the drum is on 1 bearing assembly.

1) Does it have wheel rollers to support the drum or is suported by one bearing?
2) Could the noise be the bearing?
3) Could the noise be the drum seal?

Thanks in advance
Jay
California

It looks like there are 4 slides for the drum. I'll get these and replace the ones in the dryer.

Hi,

Here's the parts diagram for your model:
DPSR473GW1WW
Diagram#3 Part location#316 shows the glides. If the plastic front drum bearing#313 is worn down, you may need to order that as well.

Diagram#4 Part location#3106 shows the rear bearing, you may need that too, I always replace the rear bearing when I replace the glides.

Jake

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