Admiral Dryer Repair – New Philadelphia, OH (NA)

A customer in New Philadelphia called about their Admiral dryer making unusual sounds and failing to tumble. They hit start, heard a chug and clunk, but the drum wasn’t turning. Our diagnosis revealed both a torn belt and a worn bearing slide assembly that needed replacement.

The Problem

The customer reported that when they hit start, the dryer made a chug and clunk sound, but the drum was not turning. They suspected the belt had torn, which turned out to be partially correct.

Diagnosis

Upon inspection, we found that the belt had indeed torn, but that wasn’t the only issue. The plastic bearing slide assembly was also worn and needed replacement. This combination of failures was causing the drum to stop turning and creating the unusual sounds the customer heard.

The Repair

• Parts replaced: WE49X20697 — dryer bearing assembly and drive belt
• Work performed: Replaced the belt and the plastic bearing slide assembly, cleaned the vent
• Result: Dryer is working correctly with proper drum rotation

Is It Worth Repairing?

Admiral dryers are basic, reliable units that typically respond well to repairs like belt and bearing replacements. These are common wear items that can give your dryer several more years of service when properly addressed. For most Admiral models, this type of repair makes good financial sense.

Maintenance Tips for Admiral Dryers

• Clean the lint filter after every load to prevent excessive strain on the drive belt
• Have your dryer vent cleaned annually to reduce back-pressure on internal components
• Listen for unusual sounds during operation — catching belt wear early can prevent bearing damage

Appliance Repair in New Philadelphia, OH

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