Need thermostat for Creda 37543 tumble drier

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Subject says it all… can anyone help please?

Also, while I’m at it… my tumble drier keeps screeching like a banshee, especially when it starts up – am I right in thinking that’s the belt slipping? Can it be tightened at all, or do I need a replacement – in which case, can someone assist on that front too?

Thanks
David

[Dave_Conway]

Re: Need thermostat for Creda 37543 tumble drier

Which thermostat is it you need Eric ?

If it’s the one situated above the heater then it’s the standard 135C cut out you need.

The screeching noise is almost certainly coming from the pulley that keeps the belt tight (jockey pulley) next to the motor.

Both of these parts are relatively inexpensive.

Have a look (pull the plug 1st of course) and let us know.

Dave.

[ericthelobster]

Re: Need thermostat for Creda 37543 tumble drier

Thanks Dave.

Yes, it’s the thermostat above the heater (didn’t realise there was any other one actually!) It’s fallen apart.

While the back was off, I note that two of the ceramic supports that hold the heating element are cracked or broken, so by rights I’m looking at a new heating element too I suppose? Until the stat went, the machine was working fine, but presumably it would be bad news if the element shorted out on itself? Is this machine looking cost-effective to repair still?

Finally – please could you tell me how I access the pulley to check the belt? I’ve undone several panels and screws to no avail, so thought I may as well ask the question!!

Thanks
David

[Dave_Conway]

Re: Need thermostat for Creda 37543 tumble drier

Now it makes more sense what your other post was about, sorry I didn’t tie the two together 😳 – Monday mornings 😉

The heater is £19.95, the TOC (Thermostat) is £7.95 and the jockey pulley(s) £7.95 each (you may need two).

I think there’s an access panel on the bottom of these, lay the machine on it’s side.

Dave.

[ericthelobster]

Re: Need thermostat for Creda 37543 tumble drier

Well I’m glad I gave up removing screws and panels – I’m sure the access panel on the base would have been the very last I would have found! Yes, I have two jockey pulley; and it’s these I’d need to replace to cure the screeching?

Not sure about the economics of repair to be honest, as the machine’s at least 15 years old. Will have to think about it! Are the prices you’ve quoted including VAT and delivery? How would I go about ordering the bits?

Thanks
David

[Dave_Conway]

Re: Need thermostat for Creda 37543 tumble drier

The above include VAT but not delivery which is £3.50.

The heater and thermostat are in the shop here, I can easily add the jockey pulley if required.

Let me known when you’ve decided.

Dave.

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