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doogle11  
#1 Posted : Tuesday, November 3, 2009 6:28:48 PM(UTC)
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The Maytag LDG4910 gas clothes dryer in our house has been making some very loud noises (almost sounds like someone drumming a tin drum) while tumbling, but somehow it doesn't stop it from tumbling. I've read a little bit about this online and it seems like it could either be a loose/ripped belt or a worn out bearing. I've included a video clip documenting the sound (ill lit garage, sorry): YouTube - P1040532 I'm new to repairing electric appliances of this scale, and was wondering if it is something that I could tackle by myself (without professional assistance). I haven't opened up and looked inside our dryer yet, but looking at the diagrams it seems to be something I'd like to try to handle. I was wondering if there would be enough information I can find here for me to try and repair it myself. Any advice on this and the diagnostic for the noise will be greatly appreciated!
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denman  
#2 Posted : Wednesday, November 4, 2009 2:07:14 AM(UTC)
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Here is the parts breakdown
Replacement parts for MAYTAG LDG4910 | AppliancePartsPros.com

Here is a manual although it is not for your specific unit many of the parts will be similar.
http://www.servicematters.com/m...ibrary/docs/16008714.pdf

Sounds more to me like the blower wheel has come lose or something has dropped into the blower. Another high possibility is the rear drum rollers, they can get a flat spot, though this is usually more of a thumping sound.
Also check that something is not wedged between the drum and the frame.

Bearings usually squeal and squeak.

While you have it open I would check the rear rollers, the belt, the idler wheel, the front glides and the drum seals for slop and wear. Replace as necessary.
Give the interior a good cleaning including the blower wheel.
I would also check/clean the vent system.
Basically an overhaul.
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