[FIXED] Frigidaire Affinity noise on startup

[jevets65]

Model Number: FAQE7021LWO
Brand: Frigidaire
Age: More than 10 years

My Affinity dryer is making noise when it first starts to spin after pushing start. It only makes the noise when it starts and then the noise stops and the dryer works fine. Thought the belt was slipping so I replaced it, but it made no difference. Any ideas?

[Doc Ryan]

Are you able to upload a video of the issue to Youtube and link to the video here?

[jevets65]

Are you able to upload a video of the issue to Youtube and link to the video here?

Thanks for your reply. I think I have it figured out. The blower wheel is worn and slipping on startup. I have ordered a new blower and feel confident that is the issue. If not, I will upload a video and you can give me your opinion.

[Doc Ryan]

Thank you for the update. Your diagnosis sounds like it is probably correct to me. Please let me know what you find after you finish the repair.

Below is a link to the part in case anyone else needs it.

Blower Wheel Housing - 131775600 (PD00000220)

[jevets65]

The dryer is fixed. It was the blower as I expected. I appreciate your reply!

[Doc Ryan]

Nice job fixing it yourself! I have updated this thread to FIXED.