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ARDO Dryer vibrating or shaking
If your ARDO dryer is vibrating or shaking during a cycle, start by suspecting the drive motor or main motor—worn motor bearings are the most common cause and will often make a grinding noise while preventing the drum from turning smoothly. Next on the list is a worn drum support bearing that lets the drum wobble, then worn or missing felt seals on the drum or bulkhead that allow the drum to ride off center. A stuck or damaged idler pulley or idler assembly can also let the drive belt run unevenly and cause the appliance to shake or produce a dryer making noise when drum turns or a dryer making loud noise. Check for roughness or play by turning the drum by hand, listen for grinding, and inspect felt and pulley rotation. These are straightforward repairs for a confident DIYer and a common task for first-timers with the right parts. Enter your model number on RepairClinic.com to find the exact replacement part for your specific dryer and download the step-by-step repair guide.
01 - ARDO Dryer Drive Motor
A drive motor that is wearing out will be unable to rotate the dryer drum efficiently, resulting in the dryer vibrating or shaking during operation. As the motor bearings began to wear out, the drive motor will often make a grinding noise. If the motor is noisy or the motor shaft does not turn freely by hand, the component should be replaced.
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02 - ARDO Dryer Motor
A dryer motor that is wearing out will be unable to rotate the drum efficiently, resulting in the dryer vibrating or shaking during operation. As the motor bearings began to wear out, the motor will often make a grinding noise. If the motor is noisy or the motor shaft does not turn freely by hand, the component should be replaced.
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03 - ARDO Dryer Drum Support Bearing
A worn drum support bearing will interfere with the smooth rotation of the dryer drum which can cause the appliance to vibrate or shake during operation. A support bearing the shows excessive wear or damage will need to be replaced to fix the problem.
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04 - ARDO Dryer Felt Seal
Felt seals can be found on the front or rear bulkhead of the dryer or on the front and back rims of the drum itself. A worn or missing felt seal can interfere with the dryer drum rotating smoothly, resulting in the appliance vibrating or shaking during operation. Inspect the felt seal or seals for wear or damage and replace as necessary.
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05 - ARDO Dryer Idler Pulley
A worn or stuck idler pulley may be unable to smoothly allow the drive belt to rotate the drum efficiently, resulting in the appliance vibrating or shaking. Inspect the pulley for any wear or damage and confirm it rotates freely. If the pulley shows signs of damage or doesn't turn easily it should be replaced.
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06 - ARDO Dryer Idler Assembly
A worn or stuck idler assembly may be unable to smoothly allow the drive belt to rotate the drum efficiently, resulting in the appliance vibrating or shaking. Inspect the idler assembly for any wear or damage and confirm the pulley rotates freely. If the assembly shows signs of damage or the pulley doesn't turn easily the idler assembly should be replaced.
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07 - ARDO Dryer Belt
A worn or damaged drum belt may be unable to rotate the dryer drum efficiently, resulting in the appliance vibrating or shaking. Inspect the belt for any breaks, fraying, or sections that are worn down or too smooth and replace if required.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why is my dryer making a grinding noise and shaking?
My dryer is squeaking when the drum turns and vibrates—what should I check?
Can a worn drum support bearing or felt seal cause the dryer drum not turning or to stop?
How can I tell if the drive motor or motor bearings are causing the vibration?
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