Electrolux Dryer Noise During the Cycle: Motor and Blower Replaced in San Mateo
The dryer made noise during the cycle. The noise was traced to the drive motor. The motor, pulley and blower-wheel housing assembly required replacement; restricted ventilation and overheating were also noted.
Repair at a glance
| City | San Mateo, CA |
|---|---|
| Appliance | Electric dryer |
| Category | Major Brands |
| Brand & model | Electrolux EIMED60LSS3 electric dryer |
| Repair date | |
| Customer complaint | The dryer made noise during the cycle. |
| Diagnosis | The noise was traced to the drive motor. The motor, pulley and blower-wheel housing assembly required replacement; restricted ventilation and overheating were also noted. |
| Repair cost | $667 (parts and labor) |
| Warranty | 6 months on parts and labor |
| Outcome | Repaired |
Inspection and access
I opened the stacked Electrolux EIMED60LSS3 and removed the drum to reach the drive motor and blower. The diagnosis traced the operating noise to the motor.
Repair and reassembly
I replaced the drive motor and pulley, part 5304529782, together with blower-wheel and housing assembly 134690800. The invoice explains that an older blower wheel may seize onto the motor shaft, so removing it intact is not always possible. The photos document both the removed assembly and the replacement blower.
I reassembled the dryer after the replacement. During reinstallation I noted poor ventilation and overheating and advised professional vent service; that separate ventilation issue is not described as resolved. The repair invoice was $667, excluding the separate gratuity.
Photos from this repair
Stacked Electrolux laundry appliances before dryer service. 
Dryer drive and blower area opened for inspection. 
Removed blower wheel showing the hub and blades. 
Removed blower housing during disassembly. 
Dryer drum removed for motor access. 
Open dryer with the blower housing exposed. 
Motor and blower assembly outside the dryer. 
Replacement motor before installation. 
Replacement blower housing and motor components. 
Motor mounted inside the dryer. 
Exhaust opening inspected during reassembly. 
Replacement blower wheel fitted in its housing. 
Stacked appliances after the dryer was reassembled.
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