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Dryer — Drum not turning

For a dryer with this symptom, the most relevant component families are Drive belt, Idler pulley / belt tensioner, Drum rollers / roller axles, Drive motor, Start / push-to-start switch.

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What commonly causes dryer drum not turning?

For a dryer with this symptom, the most relevant component families are Drive belt, Idler pulley / belt tensioner, Drum rollers / roller axles, Drive motor, Start / push-to-start switch.

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Component families associated with this symptom

These are component types commonly connected with this malfunction. They are not model-specific part-number recommendations.

High relevance1

Drive belt

A broken or slipping belt disconnects the motor from the drum.

High relevance2

Idler pulley / belt tensioner

A seized or failed tensioner can release belt tension or stop the drive system.

High relevance3

Drum rollers / roller axles

Seized support rollers can keep the drum from rotating.

High relevance4

Drive motor

A failed motor cannot drive the drum.

Additional possibility5

Start / push-to-start switch

If the cycle never initiates, the start switch can be part of the no-tumble symptom.

Additional possibility6

Door switch

A failed door switch can prevent the motor circuit from starting.

Additional possibility7

Belt switch

Some dryers disable the motor when the belt switch indicates a broken belt.

Additional possibility8

Blower wheel

A jammed blower wheel can prevent the motor from turning.

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Functions being matched: Drive belt, Idler pulley / belt tensioner, Drum rollers / roller axles, Drive motor, Start / push-to-start switch, Door switch, Belt switch

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