{"product_id":"4581el2002c-dryer-drum-roller-4pack","title":"4581EL2002C Dryer Drum Roller Assembly - For LG Kenmore Dryers - Replaces 4581EL2002A 4581EL2002B - 4 Pack","description":"\u003ch2\u003e4581EL2002C \/ 4581EL2002A Dryer Drum Roller\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUpgraded Dual Ball-Bearing Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unlike standard bushing-style rollers, the 4581EL2002C features high-precision internal ball bearings that provide significantly smoother rotation and reduced friction, extending the life of the dryer motor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReinforced High-Density Rubber:\u003c\/strong\u003e The outer wheel is manufactured from a premium, wear-resistant rubber compound designed to absorb mechanical vibrations and eliminate the \"thumping\" noise common in high-capacity drying cycles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeat-Stabilized Construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Engineered to maintain its structural integrity and circular shape even under the intense thermal stress of back-to-back drying loads, preventing \"flat spots\" from forming.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuiet-Operation Engineering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Specifically designed to reduce operational decibels, restoring the factory-quiet performance of your LG or Kenmore laundry suite by providing stable, balanced support for the heavy dryer drum.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEssential 4-Piece Maintenance Pack:\u003c\/strong\u003e Since drum rollers tend to wear at the same rate, this 4-pack allows for a complete system overhaul, ensuring even weight distribution and preventing premature failure of the new parts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReplaces \/ Cross-Reference Part Numbers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAP5688895\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePS8260240\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4581EL2002H\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4581EL2002A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4581EL2002B\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4581EL2002D\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4581EL2002E\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4581EL3001C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4581EL3001F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAGM75510755\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility \u0026amp; Fitment\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis roller assembly is the primary drum support component for modern LG-manufactured front-load dryers. Key compatible series include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLG DLE\/DLG Series:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fits hundreds of Electric (DLE) and Gas (DLG) models including DLEX3370W, DLEX3570W, DLGX3370V, DLE2512W, and DLE3777W.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKenmore (796 Series):\u003c\/strong\u003e Compatible with the vast majority of 796-prefix high-efficiency dryers produced by LG for Sears (e.g., 796.69002010, 796.79002010).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e These rollers are typically located on both the \u003cstrong\u003eFront Bulkhead\u003c\/strong\u003e and the \u003cstrong\u003eRear Bulkhead\u003c\/strong\u003e. Most LG dryers utilize a total of four rollers to support the drum.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhen to Replace\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLoud Squealing or Chirping:\u003c\/strong\u003e A high-pitched sound that increases in frequency as the drum rotates, indicating the internal bearings have run dry or seized.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRhythmic Thumping:\u003c\/strong\u003e A persistent \"thump-thump\" sound, even when the dryer is empty, suggesting the rubber on one or more rollers has developed a flat spot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDryer Vibrates Excessively:\u003c\/strong\u003e If the rollers are out of round, the entire cabinet will vibrate, which can lead to early failure of the heating element or control board.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRumbling or Grinding:\u003c\/strong\u003e A heavy mechanical grinding sound indicates the rubber has worn away completely, leaving the drum to ride on the metal roller core.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrum Won't Turn Freely:\u003c\/strong\u003e If the rollers are seized, the motor may hum and shut off due to over-torque, or the belt may slip and burn.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSafety First:\u003c\/strong\u003e You MUST unplug the dryer. This repair requires a near-complete disassembly of the cabinet and removal of the dryer drum.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAccessing the Rollers:\u003c\/strong\u003e You will need to remove the top panel, the control console, and the front door bulkhead. This is an ideal time to vacuum the internal cabinet to prevent fire hazards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe \"Dry\" Rule (IMPORTANT):\u003c\/strong\u003e These ball bearings are factory-sealed. Do \u003cstrong\u003enot\u003c\/strong\u003e add oil, grease, or WD-40 to the rollers or the shafts, as lubricants will attract lint and cause the new rollers to fail prematurely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCheck the Shafts:\u003c\/strong\u003e Inspect the metal mounting shafts for grooves or \"stepping.\" If the shafts are not perfectly smooth, they should be replaced along with the rollers to prevent the new bearings from wobbling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTriangle Clips:\u003c\/strong\u003e Be careful when removing the small plastic triangle clips (tri-rings) that hold the rollers in place; they can snap easily. 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