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GE Electric Dryer - Belt / slide fix, did I break something?
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Model: DPSR475EW0WW Brand: -brand- Age: 5 - 10 years
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bmilcs  
#11 Posted : Monday, August 31, 2015 4:36:42 AM(UTC)
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GE WE1M462 Rear Drum Bearing Sleeve - AppliancePartsPros.com

Does this make sense?

When I put the drum back in place, the only thing over the metal pole sticking out was a red o-ring. It doesn't have a sleeve on it.
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#12 Posted : Monday, August 31, 2015 5:54:46 AM(UTC)
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If I post a video clip of the squeaking, can you identify the issue?
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#13 Posted : Monday, August 31, 2015 7:25:05 AM(UTC)
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I sort of doubt it.
If you cannot find/localize it then odds are slim that i can.
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#14 Posted : Monday, August 31, 2015 8:46:16 AM(UTC)
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I sort of doubt it.
If you cannot find/localize it then odds are slim that i can.


It definitely sounds like it's coming from the back. Should replacing the sleeve be worth trying before replacing the entire bearing kit
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#15 Posted : Tuesday, September 1, 2015 2:00:05 AM(UTC)
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Probably worth a try.
Especially since you are probably now a pro at taking this thing apart and reassembling it.
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#16 Posted : Monday, September 7, 2015 12:02:43 PM(UTC)
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Alright.

So, the first time I went to repair the dryer, before I did anything, I got shocked when touching the black outlet for the dryer connected to the wall. It scared me but I thought it was a fluke so I kept on using it to test the dryer.

Today, when I went to install the rear bearing kit, the outlet sparked when unplugging the dryer cord. I went ahead with the installation, reinstalled everything and went to plug in the cord again.

Nothing. The dryer has no lights, no power when turning it on.

I had my wife check the breaker and she flipped it on/off. I went to plug in the dryer again and it sparked again.

I called my landlord and we have an electrician coming. Does this sound like an issue with our apt? I would say so because it was iffy to begin with before any work was done to the dryer.

It kills me because I want to see if I fixed it. Hopefully it didn't blow anything within the dryer and it will work once things are fixed.
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#17 Posted : Tuesday, September 8, 2015 11:14:06 AM(UTC)
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[COLOR="Blue"]Does this sound like an issue with our apt?[/COLOR]
Yes the shock sounds like a wiring problem probably with the wall receptacle.
Best to let the electrician deal with it.
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#18 Posted : Sunday, September 13, 2015 7:38:11 AM(UTC)
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Does this sound like an issue with our apt?
Yes the shock sounds like a wiring problem probably with the wall receptacle.
Best to let the electrician deal with it.


I had the electrician come while at work and he replaced the receptacle. Sadly, the dryer has no power and is still causing a spark. I have a feeling that it's not grounding properly with the new bearing kit. I installed it just as recommended in the video.

Do you think that I knocked a wire lose inside or maybe it isn't completely secure? I am not sure what step to take next. I have to get it going because we absolutely need this dryer with a family of 4... two being young boys. Lots of dirty clothes that need addressing.
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#19 Posted : Monday, September 14, 2015 3:23:52 AM(UTC)
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[COLOR="Blue"]Sadly, the dryer has no power and is still causing a spark.[/COLOR]
What kind of spark?
Is it a true electrical spark like 120 volts or is it just static electricity?

[COLOR="Blue"]I have a feeling that it's not grounding properly with the new bearing kit.[/COLOR]
The grounding strap (item 515 in section 04) should be touching the metal end of the drum support shaft. If not bend it so it does.

[COLOR="Blue"]Do you think that I knocked a wire lose inside or maybe it isn't completely secure? [/COLOR]
Sorry only you would know this.
It is always a possibility.

I do not have access to GE wiring diagrams so cannot guide you on how to check the unit's start circuit with a meter.
Perhaps start a new thread asking for help on getting the unit running and with luck someone will answer that has a wiring diagram.
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#20 Posted : Monday, September 14, 2015 10:01:28 AM(UTC)
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The story has a happy ending. I had pulled the wire lose in the back. Reattached it and the dryer is working great. Thanks for all the help.
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