DWSR483EG3WW General Electric Dryer - Instructions
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Start Switch always active
Removed back panel. Removed front knob by pulling toward front of washer. Released the existing switch by giving a twist from behind. Transferred wires to new replacement Inserted and twisted new switch into place. Reattached back panel.
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Gerald from Lady Lake, FL
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Difficulty Level:Really Easy
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Total Repair Time:15 - 30 mins
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Tools:Screw drivers
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Making a very loud squeaking noise
At first diagnosed the problem watching you tube videos but I did not open the machine. It took awhile to learn the first step to diagnose the issue is to find out if the squeak comes from the front or back of the machine. Mine was in the front. Once I did this I ordered the glides. When they arrived I opened up the machine and found out both the glides and the plastic piece upon which the drum turns and the glides attach were totally shot. I then ordered up that plastic piece. The repair was a breeze. Opening the machine, installing the pieces and closing up took about half an hour max. My reaction is the engineering behind these pieces is not up to par. Seemingly paper thin plastic can't stand up to the constant turning of the drum. As an ordinary consumer I expect much better. The old adage that they don't build em like they used to applies here. I was surprised by what was under the hood as they say. I almost had bought a new machine, and also consulted a repairmen which led me to believe a new machine would be my best option. However, I gave it a shot after doing some internet research and solved the problem for a fraction of the cost. And while I was in there I cleaned out the stray lint!!
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roy from rye brook, NY
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Difficulty Level:Really Easy
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Total Repair Time:15 - 30 mins
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Tools:Pliers, Screw drivers
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The dryer was making a thumping noise
I found out how to take the dryer apart from the video, after finding out what the problem was I order the part and put it back together. The video made the operation easy.
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Wheeler from Belton, MO
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Difficulty Level:Really Easy
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Total Repair Time:Less than 15 mins
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Tools:Screw drivers
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Needed to change the felt due to a squeaking noise.
I'm a 90 pound mother of 4you and was able to fix this problem all by myself. Very easy!
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Andrea from Helena, GA
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Difficulty Level:Easy
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Total Repair Time:30 - 60 mins
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Tools:Screw drivers
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Drum bearing cracked and missing. Very loud Noises from Dryer
Had to remove more parts than I wanted to but I had no choice. After getting unit back together and running I was relieved that I saved a ton of money.
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John from Livermore, CA
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Difficulty Level:A Bit Difficult
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Total Repair Time:1- 2 hours
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Tools:Nutdriver, Screw drivers
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Dryer was screaching /making noise & cloths were getting caught at top of drum
Followed the online video & it was very easy to do ! We initially called a repair person who told us it would cost $150-$200 to fix , but he could sell us a used one he had that was newer for less !! My wife got on the internet & found the site and video to order parts & do it yourself which was really easy and cost about %45,00 to do !!!
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Harry from Barnesville, OH
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Difficulty Level:Really Easy
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Total Repair Time:15 - 30 mins
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Tools:Screw drivers
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broken nobs
with long nose pliers ...just like the video said...easy and works now!
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Sandra from Leeds, NY
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Difficulty Level:Really Easy
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Total Repair Time:Less than 15 mins
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Tools:Pliers
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The unit would not start.
First I turned off the breaker to the dishwasher. I then removed the bolts that held on the inner cover(note the two small bolts go on the bottom one on each side). I lifted the switch up and disconnected the wire clips from each side. I then put the new switch in place with the wires attached. Then replaced the cover and screwed it into place. Closed the door and flipped the breaker back on and turned the dish washer on and it started up. A very easy replaceable part.
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Robert from Riverview, FL
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Difficulty Level:Really Easy
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Total Repair Time:Less than 15 mins
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Tools:Screw drivers
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knob broken
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Dana from Austin, TX
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Difficulty Level:Really Easy
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Total Repair Time:Less than 15 mins
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On-Off Switch would not turn on or if it worked it wouldn't the next time
1. Unplug. 2. Remove 4 screws with hex screwdriver. 3. Remove 2 left Knobs. 4. Lean panel Forward. 5. Remove Switch by depressing clip and twisting from Slot. 6. Take off one wire at a time from old switch and replace on new switch. 7. Lean Panel forward and reinstall 4 screws. 8. Replug and turn on Dryer. AMAZING HOW SIMPLE IT WAS. THIS IS THE 3RD SWITCH IN 9 YEARS. THE FIRST TIME IT COST $45 FOR SERVICE CALL PLUS $20 FOR PART. I REPLACED 2 TIMES FOR $15 EACH TIME (Includes shipping cost of part.
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MICHAEL from HUNTLEY, IL
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Difficulty Level:Really Easy
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Total Repair Time:Less than 15 mins
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Tools:Screw drivers
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Knob was cracked & slipped over settings.
Simply pulled off old Knob and pushed on new Knob. Saved a house call plus repair fee.
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LaVerne from Cincinnati, OH
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Difficulty Level:Really Easy
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Total Repair Time:Less than 15 mins
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Dryer squeaking loudly
I removed screws from control panel, and removed screws holding dryer door panel. I removed the worn front drum bearing, and replaced it with the new bearing (after snapping in the new drum bearing slides. I then properly re-positioned the front panel, and secured the two panels with the appliance screws.
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Derek from Matteson, IL
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Difficulty Level:Easy
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Total Repair Time:15 - 30 mins
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Tools:Screw drivers
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Squeaky noise and take longer time to dry
Removed the front panel, replaced the belt, the front drum felt seal and drum bearing slide. It now runs quiter and the dry time is significantly improved.
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Sinh from KENTWOOD, MI
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Difficulty Level:Really Easy
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Total Repair Time:15 - 30 mins
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Tools:Screw drivers
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Knob split
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Anthony from Thomasville, NC
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Difficulty Level:Really Easy
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Total Repair Time:Less than 15 mins
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Tools:Screw drivers
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Overheating followed by shutdown
Removed drum, then removed and replaced heating element and cycling therm.
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Timothy from Boca Raton, FL
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Difficulty Level:Easy
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Total Repair Time:15 - 30 mins
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Tools:Screw drivers
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