N.Excessive noise and/or vibration...

1.Dryer is not leveled properly.

2.Impellor (fan/blower) "squirrel cage" out of balance ...

a. Excessive lint buildup impellor (fan/blower) "squirrel cage."

NOTE: Check to insure that the air jet is functioning.

b. Failed impellor (fan/blower) "squirrel cage."

3.Loose tumbler (basket) tie rod.

4.Failed tumbler (basket) tie rod.

5.Looses motor mount.

6.Failed idler, tumbler (basket), or fan (impellor) bearings.

7.V-belt(s) either too tight or too loose.

8.Bearing set screws (tumbler [basket], idler, or impellor [blower] shaft) are loose.

9.Failed motor bearings.

10. Tumbler (basket) out of adjustment, or adjustment bolts (hardware) are loose.

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