Frigidaire Dryer Repair – Salem, OH (FDE436RES0)

A Frigidaire dryer in Salem, OH was giving its owners intermittent starting issues — sometimes the push button wouldn’t respond, though it always made sounds like it was trying to start. When we arrived, we found a failing drive motor that was also causing bearing problems and a rattling sound with a slight burning smell.

The Problem

The customer reported that their dryer would occasionally not push button start, although it always made sound like it was starting. This morning it did not start at all. They tried again this afternoon and it started but made a rattling sound with a slight burning smell, then turned off and would not start again.

Diagnosis

The drive motor was failing, causing the intermittent starting issues and the mechanical sounds without actual drum movement. The bearing had also deteriorated due to the motor problems, creating the rattling noise. Additionally, the heat element housing had come loose, contributing to the operational issues.

The Repair

• Parts replaced: 131560100 — Motor & Pulley, 134503600 — Belt Dryer
• Work performed: Replaced drive motor, belt and regreased the bearing. Also refastened the heat element housing.
• Result: Dryer now starts consistently and operates without rattling or burning smell

Is It Worth Repairing?

Frigidaire dryers from this era are generally solid machines worth repairing when the issue is mechanical rather than electronic. A motor replacement on a model like the FDE436RES0 typically extends the appliance’s life significantly, especially when combined with bearing maintenance and belt replacement.

Maintenance Tips for Frigidaire Dryers

• Clean the lint filter after every load — Frigidaire dryers are particularly sensitive to airflow restrictions
• Check the exhaust vent annually for lint buildup, which can strain the drive motor
• Listen for unusual sounds during operation, as Frigidaire motors often give audio warnings before complete failure

Appliance Repair in Salem, OH

Salem is in Columbiana County — an area we cover regularly from our base in Louisville, OH. We also serve Alliance, East Liverpool, and Lisbon. Louisville Appliance Repair is owned and operated by Samuel Willhite, a master-certified technician with Bosch and Speed Queen factory authorizations. If your appliance needs service, schedule online or call (330) 693-9163. You can also find us on Google and read verified reviews from customers across Stark County and surrounding areas.