Why is my dryer making noise?

Question: I have a dryer that began making loud noise during cycle. Why is my dryer making noise?

Answer: Most of the time the problem is the drum rollers that then will need to replaced. Some dryers use rollers to support the clothes drum. If these rollers or wheels are worn out, they can be extremely noisy. You ought to replace the whole set at the same time. A belt that has been damaged or frayed may make a thumping or slapping sound as the drum turns.

However, There are several other things that can cause a dryer to be noisy. Make sure nothing is loose inside the drum. Remove the lint trap and look below the lint trap holder for any loose items that may have slipped through the cracks.

The blower wheel is always moving and lint is constantly going by it. If it’s noisy, it may have gotten clogged with lint, or it may be worn and need to be replaced. Clean out the area around the blower. If it’s still noisy, replace it. Many dryers use a center spindle to support the clothes drum. This spindle may be a ball-and-socket support, or it may be a shaft inside a sleeve. When these component bearings get worn out, they may make a squealing or rubbing sound. Replace this bearing when it gets worn out. Many dryers also use plastic glides in the front end of the clothes drum. When these glides are worn out, you may hear a lot of noise. If the glides are worn, replace them as a set.

Do you need washer/washing machine repair help? Check out our Dryer repair section online at APWagner.com. Here, you will find answers to such questions as:

• Why doesn’t my dryer drum tumble?
• What’s the clicking sound I hear when I start my dryer?
• Why is my dryer getting too hot?

If you need to purchase any replacement dryer parts, you can do so at APWagner.com. We are an authorized dealer of NEW parts made by the manufacturer and sell only new dryer replacement parts.

Anti-Vibration Pads from Whirlpool

VibeAway™ & EcoPod™ Anti-Vibration Pads

VibeAway™ & EcoPod™ Anti-Vibration Pads

Reduce Noise, Vibration, and Pulsation

Anti-vibration pads will effectively reduce noise, vibration, and pulsation from your washer or dryer. VibeAway™ and EcoPod™ are new vibration pads from Whirlpool.

EcoPod™ is considered a shock absorber and is intended to be used on heavy equipment such as air compressors, furnaces, AC condensers, and water heaters.

VibeAway™ is a shock absorption pad that works not just on washing machines, but dryers, table saws, freezers and other large appliances.

Both pads are made from 100% recycled tire rubber, addressing important environmental concerns and problems facing the planet today.

Find VibeAway™ and EcoPod™ at APWagner.com.

Keepeez Vacuum Lid Food Sealer Set

Keep food fresher, longer with Keepeez Vacuum Lid Food Sealer Set

Keepeez 4 Piece Vacuum Seal Lid Set - Sale price: $12.95 -- You Save: $2.78

Just press and it’s sealed

The Keepeez Four – Piece Vacuum Seal Lid Set creates an air-tight vacuum system all with the simple press of your finger tips. The Keepeez lids are uniquely engineered to turn your existing dishes—even jar and cans—into vacuum-sealed containers and reduce food wastes, spoilage and spills.

Keepeez uses no electricity and no bulky vacuum seal appliances that costs hundreds of dollars, the vacuum is created by Keepeez’s unique sealing top and your fingertips.

To use/close: place the sealers on the bowl and using your fingertips, press downward on the center of the seal for a depth of at least one inch to create a strong seal. The deeper you press, the stronger the vacuum created and the fresher your food will remain.

Put your thumb on the Keepeez container handle with a finger below the Clear Sealer near the bowl’s rim and pinch.

To open/break seal: push up the Clear-Vacuum Sealer near the dishes’ rim. The clear-vacuum sealer is engineered to be incredibly strong and resistant to tears and punctures. They are dishwasher, refrigerator and freezer safe. Keepeez is reusable so its earth friendly and it helps keep food fresher, up to five times longer than average, so it saves you money.

No messing with difficult to handle flimsy plastic wraps; use it to safely carry lunches to school and work, including juices and soups. Keepeez Lids is also great for transporting food to picnics and parties.

Purchase a Keepeez 4 Piece Vacuum Seal Lid Set online from APWagner.com.

Magnetic Nut Driver

Slide Driver Magnetic Nut Driver

Slide Driver Magnetic Nut Driver - Sale price: $33.00 -- You Save: $7.10

Sale price: $33.00

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Magnetic nut driver delivers precision when there is no room for error. One of a kind patented design provides strong bit retention.

• 2 Tools in 1:
  • Slide Socket Forward for 5/16″ Size
  • Slide Back for 1/4″ Size
• Special Magnet Holds Screw Securely
• Use as a Bit Driver
• Magnet and Socket Move in Unison so Magnet has 100% Power at
  Both Sizes
• Available in 2 Lengths: 10″ and 7″
• Made of Hardened Steel

Vent Alarm Offers Fire Safety

Vent Alarm Offers Dryer Safety

DrySafer - Sale price: $99.00 -- You Save: $21.29

It’s estimated that clothes dryers are the cause of over 15,000 fires every year. As lint builds up inside a dryer’s exhaust vent, a blockage can result in insufficient airflow, causing the dryer to overheat. This can ignite the lint and cause a fire.

A blockage or clog can also happen when lint get’s into your dryer venting system. This can cause your dryer to run longer, work harder and possibly overheat.

DrySafer is a Dryer Vent Alarm that helps detect insufficient airflow inside of your dryer’s exhaust ducts.  It fits easily onto the back of your dryer and monitors your dryer’s airflow.

If the airflow in your dryer drops below a safe level, the dryer vent alarm will sound, alerting you to danger.

DrySafer is an added piece of mind to protect your home, pets and belongings.

For more information or to purchase about DrySafer, visit AP Wagner.com.

Appliance Rebates Slated For Spring 2010

The appliance rebate still does not have a slogan that has stuck like the popular “Cash for Clunkers” slogan used during the automobile rebate this year. However, there is similar early buzz on the benefits of such a program for consumers as well as retailers. Maybe a slogan like “Cash for Appliances” will be the standard once the state plans for distributing rebates are approved by the U.S. Department of Energy.

October 15^th is the deadline for the states to have their plans completed and given to the U.S. Department of Energy. The release of the rebates was originally set for the end of this year, but states needed more time to construct a plan. The plans will likely correlate with energy conservation plans of states as encourage by the Dept. of Energy.

Appliance manufacturer sales like all industries during the recession have been down due to more consumer savvy buyers who are purchasing for emergencies only. The rebate plan for appliances is expected to spark sales in a similar fashion as the rebates did for automobiles, in addition to promoting the reduction of energy consumption by replacing old appliances with energy saving appliances. The rebate can be expected to range from $50 to $200 for individual appliances.

While you wait for the appliance rebate program:

Looking for appliance repair help or if you need appliance parts to fix a malfunctioning or broken appliance visit AP Wagner.

Affresh Two-in-One Cleaner for Dishwashers and Garbage Disposals from Whirlpool

Affresh™ Dishwasher and Disposal Cleaner

Affresh Dishwasher and Disposal Cleaner - Sale price: $5.99 -- You Save: $1.29

All dishwashers and garbage disposals are capable of producing odor if not properly cleaned. This is the first product on the market to remove both dishwasher and garbage disposal odors.

Run your dishwasher on the heaviest cycle and place one tablet in main dishwasher detergent tray and another tablet in the prewash tray or in the bottom of the dishwasher. This will in dissolve and neutralize odor leaving a crisp citrus scent.

For garbage disposal cleaning place one tablet into the disposal, slowly run hot water through the disposal for 15 seconds. Turn off water and disposal, and wait 30 minutes before flushing with hot water.

For further information on the new Affresh product view Whirlpool’s recent news release.

To purchase Affresh™ Dishwasher and Disposal Cleaner visit AP Wagner.

New Frigidaire Portable Induction Cooker

Frigidaire Portable Induction Cooker FGIC13P3KS

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A new way to heat food!

Frigidaire’s New Portable Induction Cooker gives you the ability to cook great meals anywhere.

• Lightweight, portable and easy to carry electric cooker.
• Does not take up a lot of surface space.
• Fast and efficient heating.
• Precise control of temperature and greater heat consistency.
• Uses Induction heating, a non-contact method of heating which is flameless with no heated surface, so there is no heat build-up and no carcinogenic fumes in your cooking environment.
• Safe, family friendly as there is no flame and comes with child lock out feature and auto shut off.
• Ceramic plate – easy to clean.
• Induction is the most efficient use of cook-top energy

Safe and secure there is no open flame or heated surface. The induction cooker works with cookware made with a magnetic bottom and works well with some stainless steel, iron, and enamel cookware.

For more information visit APWagner.

GE offers a $20 Rebate on Water Filters!

Starting today and running throughout the month of October, GE is offering rebates when you buy select GE Water Filters. Now is a great time to stock up and save some money! The more you buy, the more you save!

Buy 1 Filter – Get a $3 mail-in rebate

Buy 2 Filters – Get a $10 mail-in rebate

Buy 3 Filters – Get a $20 mail-in rebate

The rebate is available on some of their most popular filters. For a list of eligible GE water filters and more information visit the GE Water Filter Rebate page on www.apwagner.com.

Consumers eagerly await final details about the appliance economic stimulus plan

I have noticed a surge if searches for the keywords “appliance economic stimulus” which tells me people want to know more details about the plan and how it will work, especially on how to apply for the appliance rebate. Here’s what I know from reading numerous news article about the “Cash for Appliances” program.

Here’s what I know: The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) is getting ready to dole out $300 million in economic stimulus money to the states as parts of a plan to get consumers to buy new, energy- efficient, Energy Star appliances.

The program, scheduled to launch sometime in late November, will be administered by each state and the rules governing what appliances qualify, what the rebate amounts will be, and who will keep track of the program must be finalized by the states by October 15.

Right now the program is vague as no national standard exists and each state will run its own cash for appliances program. In fact, most states are seeking input from their constituents. To give your input, contact your state representative or visit your state’s website.

However, according to an article from the Wall Street Journal, “Rebates will be available only for products with the government’s Energy Star label, a symbol that the appliance meets energy efficiency guidelines set by the Environmental Protection Agency and the DOE.”

The DOE is making recommendations to the states on what appliances should qualify and recommends in room air conditioners, clothes washers, dishwashers, freezers, and refrigerators because these appliances offer the greatest energy-saving potential.

Unlike the Cash for Clunkers program, consumers will not have to turn in their old appliances in order to receive the rebate. In fact, thanks to the many programs offered by utility and state agencies across the country, consumers can get even more money by recycling their old appliances.

If you are a California resident, visit the Flex Your Power Website and enter your zip code to find appliance rebates in your area. The Flex Your Power Website is run by a partnership between utilities, residents, businesses, and other nonprofit agencies, all working to save energy.

If you are a New Jersey resident, get a cash rebate of $30 for your working Refrigerators and Freezers in addition to free pick up and recycling. To schedule the pickup of a refrigerator or freezer for recycling, New Jersey residents can call (877) 270-3520 or visit www.NJCleanEnergy.com.

Check with your town or city’s recycling program or sanitation service to see if you can get any cash back for your old, working appliance. According to an article from USAToday.com, more than 60 utilities across the nation offer some sort of refrigerator/freezer recycling program.

• To find an appliance or rebate program where you live, visit the ENERGY STAR website at http://www.energystar.gov/index.cfm?fuseaction=rebate.rebate_locator.
• To find additional state or local utility tax incentives or rebates for buying energy-efficient appliances, check the Database of State Incentives for Renewables & Efficiency.

Read about other types of federal tax credit available for energy-efficient home improvements.