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    JoeG-Btown Posts: 1, Reputation: 1
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    Dec 29, 2009, 06:48 PM
    GE dryer drum not turning- felt ring destroyed- dryer just hums when you start it?
    GE Model DHDSR46EG6WW
    Serial MR701623A
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    Dec 29, 2009, 11:41 PM

    Probably the bearing #508 failed. GE | Model #DHDSR46EG6WW | ELECTRIC DRYER | SearsPartsDirect.com
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    rcaldwell Posts: 39, Reputation: 2
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    Aug 14, 2010, 09:56 PM

    Sounds like you have a restriction. Check the blower wheel and check for sock or other obstruction. With dryer off, rotate drum by hand - from inside to see if it's binded up. Bearing may be seized. Sounds like you have your work cut out for you. If no obstruction then motor is likely bad.
    Rich
    Western Appliance Repair
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