WED8800YC1 Whirlpool Dryer LOUD screeching!!

[Geralyn Schell Hodges]

Model Number

WED8800YC1

I have read through several posts from people having problems with their dryers making this awful screeching noise, but I have not seen one yet that is my model #. I am wondering if you can possibly tell me what could possibly cause that? There have been times when I've noticed it makes the noise when the dryer is not perfectly level, but I've checked that and that doesn't seem to be the issue.
Also, is there a somewhat simple way to fix? I am a young(-ish) widow and I can probably take this dryer apart if I have detailed instructions? I would really like to not have to have someone come in and do something simple and yet charge me a crazy amount. You know?
Thank you for any help you can provide.

 

[jeff1]

Hi,

Common noise makers...

Dryer drum support roller - there are 4 of these.

Dryer idler wheel and bracket assembly

Dryer drum drive motor

The noise would have to be investigated.

This should help with take apart info...

Whirlpool WPW10448896 Drive Motor (AP6021554) - AppliancePartsPros.com

Drive Motor WPW10448896 / AP6021554 made by Whirlpool

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jeff.

 

[Geralyn Schell Hodges]

Thanks! I'm going to try this (with the help of my 14 year old)!

 

[jeff1]

Keep us posted as to what you find/see.

jeff.