John Lewis tumble dryer JLTDC03 noisy when tumbling sounds like a train

[beermontypython]

I have previously posted regarding the dryer stopping after a few turns which rectified itself after I unplugged it for a couple of hours, now whilst tumbling it sounds like a train so you can hear the noise, happy new year I am trying to attach a video but don’t know how.

[electrofix]

host video off site ( utube or similar) and post public link

Dave

[andyjawa]

Probably a Zanussi product as sold by J Lewis and if so the model number you give according to Zanussi / Electrolux website does not exist. Previous post/s by you do not exist either, least I cannot find it/them. And Googling that model gleans zippo too.
Is your tumble dryer a heat pump type? If so it will probably be the rear plastic fan: the motor shaft can go a little rusty which over time causes a lot of side play due to wear which sounds as you describe – in other words the plastic fan is very loose on the shaft. You might want to check that. If so replacing the plastic fan sometimes fix the problem but sometimes for not that long. If no success it is either a new motor and a new fan (that`ll be 4 boxes of Kleenex Tissues for the tears !) or glue a new fan to the shaft with Araldite and pray!
If you come back it is a good idea to recheck the model number and send the product code (prod code or sometimes written as p.c.) as read off the machine`s label, begins with a 9????????/ 00 or a number e.g /03. The product code is very important info that is required.

[beermontypython]

electrofix wrote:host video off site ( utube or similar) and post public link

Dave

This is the link, I hope, couldn’t get the sound any higher
https://youtube.com/shorts/TuX9ZC0HojA?si=58BBWyOFNN0c9l9X

[electrofix]

proper model JLTDC03

as andyjawa says it sounds like on of the fans on the motor 159 or 159A
you need to take the side off the run it and figure out if the noise is from the front or rear fan

Dave

[beermontypython]

Thanks very much for the information. Do have any idea what it would cost to have the job done, or is it a job I could do myself, do I get to it from the side or the front/back

[electrofix]

beermontypython wrote:Thanks very much for the information. Do have any idea what it would cost to have the job done, or is it a job I could do myself, do I get to it from the side or the front/back

depends where you are as different areas have different labour rates

as for if you can do it depends on your machanical skill. the rear fan is easier to do than the front and you would need socket sets etc to deal with the bolts

Dave

[beermontypython]

Thanks for the guidance Dave, do I have to take the top off

[beermontypython]

It definitely sounds like the front one could you offer any tips on how to get to it. When I open the front filter, I can see 2 screws top and bottom of the fan vent. Cheers ta

[beermontypython]

I don’t want to be a nuisance and I don’t like keep asking but I’m pretty reasonable at mechanical things and have a good selection of tools, that’s alright but if I can’t fathom out how to get it I’m screwed. I have found a replacement at ransome spares, unless of course you sell spares. I wondered if there was anywhere I could get a guide to replacing the fan without bothering you all the time. I’ve looked on YouTube a few videos but not for my machine, I don’t even know what make it is

[electrofix]

unit is built by zanussi

if you go to

https://shop.zanussi.co.uk/?gclsrc=aw.ds&gad_source=1&gclid=EAIaIQobChMImqjz58bJgwMV_IlQBh2CkQ18EAAYASAAEgILdfD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds

put in the pnc number from the label inside the door it will bring up the complete parts list

does not say a lot about removing cover in manual

Dave

[andyjawa]

That`s better, your model number worked this time and no it is not a heat pump model so lucky you.. 5 versions of your model hence request for pnc / product code number to check your parts, I pick one version at random since no pnc code still not given. 159 fan = fan cooling rear= part number 1123341008. 159A = fan front = part number 1254349028. Could also be part 263 at fault = clamping roller (jockey pulley belt tensioner in other words – the centre hole wears out) = part number 8581250125037 up to you to check and up to you to check their site with the correct pnc code as found on the label usually located on the front of the chassis near the door seal. These are the 3 common faults but there could be a few other things. Not much to these mechanically so you should find it easy.

[beermontypython]

Andy sorry I haven’t got back to you been a bit groggy recently. I managed to get to the front fan which was wobbly. I tried my hardest to undo it ready for ordering a new fan but I couldn’t get it to budge. I had a socket set on it with an extension but it wouldn’t budge. I decided that after reading how much more economical the heat pump fryers are and the replacement pump about £30 I called it a day and gave it the scrap man. I am grateful for your advice kind regards.

[electrofix]

heat pump dryers are more economical but they have very little heat in them so some people dont like them

if you expect them to get rid of creases like the old type your in for a suprise

Dave

[andyjawa]

perhaps out of the frying pan and now into the fire. Still, never mind.

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