How easy to change bearing on WT761 Hotpoint Ultima

[richardc1983]

My friend tells me the bearing is really noisy and wants to attempt the repair himself. He has fixed his dryer this way and wants to give it a go.

How easy is it to change the bearing on this model WT761 Hotpoint Ultima.

Any instructions at all?

REgards
Richard.

 

[seamusuk]

Welded Tub??

Hi Richard

I have a feeling that may have a welded tub in which case its not gonna happen

Seamus

 

[bertrum]

welded tub

Hi Richard,
Some of these machines are fitted with the welded tub, some not.
As a quick guide if the machine has a pump filter (behind plinth right hand side) it has a welded tub if not it has a splittable tub.

It is a very involved tub out job and you will have to replaced the cross piece and bearings to ensure your not doing it again in six months. Good luck.