Kenmore dryer making a thumping noise

Please check the roof first.
Then,
You have a part of the dryer has broken and is slapping the inside of the machine.
Please do not use the dryer again until it is repaired.
I say this because of the danger of fire, from the gas flames that dry the clothes.
God bless your efforts.

Bad rollers

These rollers get a flat spot on them and make a thump type noise with every revolution. More HERE


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There are usually 3 rollers that the drum rides on as it spins. Sounds like one or more of the rollers has worn out

Hi,
Here is a tip that I wrote about dryers and noises...

It will help you determine what is happening there...

Dryer Repair Squeaks, Grinding, Clicking and Knocking Noise


heatman101

The belt probably broke, and coincidentally happened while drying the shoes. The belt is easy to replace. Open the back and you'll probably see the belt laying on the bottom

HI sounds to me like your drum support is worn, it would make a thumping sound. You have 2 you should replace them both.
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Probable cause is the bearing on the wheel that turns the drum is worn out. They are easy to replace and should cost less than $25. for the part.
Remove the front of the dryer and turn the drum by hand, you should be able to tell which side is worn.
Be sure and unplug first.

Have you husband do a visual inspection of the drum and literally feel it to see if anything is caught or stuck on the drum. The motor also may have something caught in it as well. This would be the motor that turns the drum.

It's probably time for new drum support rollers. There are two rollers the drum rides on and their bearings can fail, which makes them noisy and also makes the drum wobbly while it turns. Replacing the rollers isn't difficult, and you can do it yourself if you feel comfortable working with hand tools and are patient.

Here's a good site with information on belt replacement and other repair tips, and a source for parts:

http://repair2000.com/wpoolbelt.htm

Henry, its going to be 1 of 2 things. Check inside your drum, see if the vent in the rear has burning or discoloration around it. If it does, it sounds as if your vent is restricted causing the unit to overheat, so clean/fix/replace the venting and your support pulleys will need to be repalce ie flat spots from overheat. If there is no scoarching marks and you know its not the vent or heat issue, the drum seam may have parted causing the thump as every revolution is made.