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Replacing your Amana Dryer Single Drum Glide Felt Pad
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Single Drum Glide Felt Pad WP500121

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PartSelect Number PS11742773
Manufacturer Part Number WP500121
Manufactured by Whirlpool
Product Description

Single Drum Glide Felt Pad Specifications

This dryer drum glide pad is an inch long. It is made of a felt material and is used for gas and electric clothes dryers. The dryer drum glide provides a soft surface for the front of the drum glide and allows the drum to move effortlessly. If you notice that your dryer is making loud squeaking noises, it might be due to the drum glide pad being worn down or torn apart. Make sure to unplug your dryer before performing this repair. To access this part, you will need to open up the top of the dryer. The front panel and the bulk head will also need to come off.
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Replacing your Amana Dryer Single Drum Glide Felt Pad

Replacing your Amana Dryer Single Drum Glide Felt Pad
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This part fixes the following symptoms:
Noisy | Marks left on clothes
This part works with the following products:
Dryer, Washer Dryer Combo.
This part works with the following products:
Amana, Speed Queen, Maytag, Crosley.
Part# WP500121 replaces these:
AP6009605, 5-0121, 500121, 56058, R0604507
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Drum support rollers were shot, idler was changed as well, new belt installed, 2 new thrust washers and felt pads were installed as well.
Repair parts were exact OEM, went very smooth.
Longest part was cleaning the inside of dryer and cutting new vent pipe exit.
Other Parts Used:
Single Drum Glide Felt Pad Multi Rib Belt Dryer Idler Assembly Drum Support Roller Thrust Washer
  • Steven from MORRIS, NY
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    1- 2 hours
  • Tools:
    Nutdriver, Pliers, Wrench (Adjustable), Wrench set
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Idler pulley froze
Watched YouTube video
Other Parts Used:
Idler Pulley Wheel with Bearing Single Drum Glide Felt Pad Multi Rib Belt Drum Glide
  • Joseph from LAGRANGE, IN
  • Difficulty Level:
    Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    1- 2 hours
  • Tools:
    Nutdriver, Screw drivers, Socket set, Wrench set
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loud screeching noise, motor seized, long time to dry
disassembling took about ten minutes. found that lint needed to be cleaned out. idler lever pulley was locked up and the belt had worn the pulley down. guide felt pads were off the drum guides. motor seized up. studied videos and ordered parts for each problem. once parts arrived the total repair took a total of 45 minutes. saved $300-400, and did not have to buy a new dryer. dryer working better than it has in four or five years, heating up better and no noise. would recommend buying own parts and replacing. on a scale of 1-10, this is a 2. this is an electric dryer. hope this helps!
Other Parts Used:
Single Drum Glide Felt Pad Multi Rib Belt Drum Glide Dryer Idler Assembly Motor Assembly - Threaded Shaft
  • JAMES from SPRING, TX
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    30 - 60 mins
  • Tools:
    Nutdriver, Wrench (Adjustable)
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Loud squealing noise
Loud squealing noise coming from the idler pulley. The pulley was not spinning freely on the shaft of the idler pulley lever to the point of putting a groove in the pulley and damaging the belt. To fix the problem replaced the belt, idler pulley, and idler pulley lever. Because I had the dryer apart also replace the following items. Drum support roller and drum slides.
Other Parts Used:
Idler Pulley Wheel with Bearing Idler Pulley Spring Multi Rib Belt Drum Glide Idler Pulley Lever and Shaft Drum Support Roller Retaining Ring Single Drum Glide Felt Pad Thrust Washer
  • Bruce from Frazer, PA
  • Difficulty Level:
    Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    1- 2 hours
  • Tools:
    Nutdriver, Screw drivers, Socket set
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Dryer had an intermittent squeak
1st of all my dryer came apart differently than your video showed. I had to remove the lower front panel (2 5/16 screws) then remove the upper front panel (2 5/16 screws)and the spring clips mentioned in the video, then the top with two more screws. After that the removal of the front drum support assembly was as shown in the video. I then loosened the drive belt, removed the drum and the external grip ring securing the idler pulley. The pulley rotated very hard since the shaft and bearing were partially seized. I cleaned the shaft before installing the new pulley. When I initially took the dryer apart to see what the problem was I noticed the front drum guides were showing wear so I ordered and replaced them and the felt pads just to prevent problems in the near future.
Other Parts Used:
Idler Pulley Wheel with Bearing Drum Glide Single Drum Glide Felt Pad
  • Hugh from Lansing, MI
  • Difficulty Level:
    A Bit Difficult
  • Total Repair Time:
    15 - 30 mins
  • Tools:
    Nutdriver
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Screaching on start-up, then continuous after time
Idler was the noise source. Drum support rollers were failing also. I almost spent $500.00 on a new dryer, glad I replaced the parts instead. Sounds and works like new. Watch the video,its very helpful. Thanks Parts Select. You should advertise your services on TV or radio. I am glad I found you.
Other Parts Used:
Multi Rib Belt Dryer Idler Assembly Drum Support Roller Single Drum Glide Felt Pad
  • PAUL from GRESHAM, OR
  • Difficulty Level:
    Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    30 - 60 mins
  • Tools:
    Nutdriver, Socket set, Wrench set
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Dryer banging and clothes getting stuck between tub and felt pad while tumbling.
Very easy repair. I took off the bottom fromt panel with a nut driver. Then I took off the face/door panel. Take note of the wires that need to come off by marking them with a sharpie or tape. The top of the dryer can be stood up to allow access to the ductwork that has the felt pad on it. The felt pad was worn through in spots, the drum glide was completely gone and both cylinder glide brackets were almost completely worn through. I just replaced the brackets and the pads. The old felt came off fairly easily. I scraped the old glue for the felt off with a knife and cleaned and dried the surface before applying the hi temp adhesive. I waited 1 minute while the glue became tacky (be careful, the glue starts out thin and tends to run) and the felt pad was easily put back in place with my wife's help. Everything was very simple and it cost $87.00 for parts and shipping. I felt that this should be a good investment since I have had no other problems with this dryer and this is normal wear and tear. Better than paying $600+ for a new dryer. The video for changing the felt pad was very detailed and easy to follow as well.
Other Parts Used:
High Temperature Adhesive - 2oz. Drum Glide Cylinder Felt Seal Cylinder Glide Bracket Single Drum Glide Felt Pad
  • christopher from sycamore, IL
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    30 - 60 mins
  • Tools:
    Nutdriver, Socket set
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Loud banging sound. Worn out roller.
Pulled off the lower panel with 5/16 socket.Pulled off the door assembly by removing the two screws at the bottom of the door assembly. I pulled down a little and then out. be carefull of the wires. Other posts said to remove. The wires were long enough I did not have to remove them. I just leaned it against the wall. I then removed the 4 screws that hold the front piece in.pulled it off replaced brackets , installed self adhesive felt(stuck good) and then glides. Mine were thin but not the problem. I then reached under the drum and released the belt from the tensioner. I then pulled the whole drum out.This is the time to vacum out good. I could get to the rear rollers very easy. The left roller was shot and the shaft half wore into(the problem). I pulled off the two screws holding the roller support. Normally You have to remove the wheel with snap ring pliers first to remove the support. In this case snap ring long gone. Replaced support shaft, installed thrust washers and roller with grease for both sides. The right support shaft was still good. Removed tensioner pulley and inspected. It was just as good as the new one. Cleaned and greased and reinstalled. Put new belt on the tub and slid it back in. Be carefull to get the belt on the proper side of the tensioner. I then installed the front supprt in place to support the tub with the 4 screws. Spun the tub(felt good) then reached under and reinstalled belt to motor and tensioner. Spun again to check for belt alignment. (Check) Reinstalled door an lower panel. Test Quiet Sounds like new. Very easy! I hope this helps someone just as the other post has helped me. Blessings to all.
Other Parts Used:
Idler Pulley Wheel with Bearing Drum Support Roller and Shaft Assembly Multi Rib Belt Drum Glide Drum Support Roller Retaining Ring Glide Bracket Kit Single Drum Glide Felt Pad Thrust Washer
  • David from Underwood, IA
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    15 - 30 mins
  • Tools:
    Socket set
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Noise and Heat will not stay on (Gas Dryer)
Parts that were recommended for the noise issue were spot on. Instructions were very helpful and made the job go very smooth. Replaced the belt, rollers don't forget to order (2) felt pad and idler pulley replaced.
The part suggestions for the heat problem did not fix the problem. The burner flame would come on for 2-5 min. then go off. A few min. later the burner would try to ignite but would not start. The igniter would get cherry red but no activation. I end up replacing the coil kit. Turned off the gas removed (2) screws and wala done 5 min. and it fixed the problem.
Other Parts Used:
Idler Pulley Wheel with Bearing Multi Rib Belt Drum Glide Drum Support Roller Single Drum Glide Felt Pad Thrust Washer
  • Rick from Marlborough, MA
  • Difficulty Level:
    Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    30 - 60 mins
  • Tools:
    Nutdriver
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heard the sound of loose change in the dryer
removed the front panel and the drum panel cover.replaced the guides and the felt pads and re-assembled.
Other Parts Used:
Drum Glide Single Drum Glide Felt Pad
  • Robert from Averill Park, NY
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    15 - 30 mins
  • Tools:
    Nutdriver
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Tammy
September 12, 2017
If the felt pads are missing from the drum glides, will this cause the drum to rub and scrape?
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Hi Tammy, Thank you for your order. Yes, if you are missing these parts it can cause scrapping inside of your appliance. Good luck with your repair.

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Rose
August 15, 2022
I replaced the belt, drum rollers & drum glides. The drum glides are shredding and the dryer is still very noisy. At start up, it seems like it’s having problems going and then when turning, it seems like something is rubbing. I am ordering the drum felt but it appears both back & front felt is the same. I also need the adhesive to glue for the felt. Do you sell this as well?
For model number MDET446AYW
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Hello Rose, Thank you for the question. The Front and Rear Felt Seal is Part #: PS11741917. They would be the same for front and rear and sold individually. The High Temperature Adhesive is PartSelect Number PS11757492. If you need help placing an order, customer service is open 7 days a week. Please feel free to give us a call. We look forward to hearing from you!

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