Hotpoint tumble dryer
Fault
The dryer made a scraping noise as the drum turned.
- Assessment
- Drive and support checks traced the scraping to a worn rear bearing. The shaft and front supports were inspected before the repair.
- Work
- We replaced the rear bearing, cleaned the accessible ducting and refitted the drum, drive and panels.
- Parts
- Rear drum bearing.
Checks and outcome
Hand-turning confirmed adequate clearance. With a test load, the drum rotated freely and the scraping noise had gone.