DDC4400SW GE Dryer Parts List

Drum bearing slide - white (sold individually) (dryer drum slide. Sold individually. The dryer's drum slides help to support the front of the drum as it rotates. If the drum slides are worn out, the)

This single white drum bearing slide attaches to the outer-most sides of the bearing to help support the front of the drum as it rotates. If your dryer is making loud noises or the drum will not tumble, you many need to replace the slides. The manufacturer recommends replacing both slides at the same time; there are 2 slides per dryer. This is a genuine OEM part. Please make sure to disconnect power to the dryer before starting your repair.

Drum bearing slide Green (sold individually) (dryer drum slide. There are two of these needed on your dryer. These go on the inner most slots on the front bearing. Sold individually will need to p)

This single green drum bearing slide attaches to the outer-most sides of the bearing to help support the front of the drum as it rotates. If your dryer is making loud noises or the drum won?t tumble you many need to replace the slides. The manufacturer recommends replacing both slides at the same time. There are 2 slides per dryer. This is a genuine OEM part. Please make sure to disconnect the power to the dryer before starting your repair.

Rear drum bearing kit (rear drum bearing kit. *bearing plate has slot in it for ground strap. The drum bearing supports the rear of the dryer drum. Over time, the drum beari)

This rear drum bearing kit comes with a shaft, bearing and installation instructions. The bearing plate comes with a slot in it for the ground strap. Over time the drum bearing will wear out, once it has the dryer may make some noise and the drum bearing will need to be replaced. This kit will help keep your dryer running as smoothly as possible with as little noise as possible. This is a genuine OEM part. Please remember to disconnect the power to your appliance before starting your repair.

Drive belt (dryer drive belt. This is the most common GE/Hotpoint dryer belt. 87" long and 1/4" wide. 4 ridges.The drive belt dries out over time.)

This belt has a length of 87 inches, width of 1/4”, flat, with 4 ridges.

Door handle - white (handle, white)

This part is on the outer door of the dryer.

Idler pulley wheel (dryer idler pulley wheel. If the pulley wheel is worn down, it may cause the dryer to be excessively noisy.)

The idler pulley helps maintain the proper amount of tension on the drive belt to turn the drum. The idler pulley is located between the motor pulley and drum to provide tension on the belt. If the part has become worn, it could cause the dryer to be noisy or squeaky, and the pulley will need to be replaced. This part is yellow in color, made of plastic, and measures approximately 2 1/2” in diameter. This is a genuine OEM part. Please remember to disconnect the power to the dryer before starting the repair.

Heating element and housing (dryer heating element assembly with housing. If the dryer does not heat check for a blown themal fuse or thermal cut out.)

Note: The insulators on the housing are NOT sold separately.

Foam seal (dryer lint trap duct gasket)

This is 39 inches long.

Door latch (dryer door catch kit)

This part helps to keep the door closed while the machine is running.

Door switch

A door switch is a simple on/off mechanism that prohibits the dryer from operating when the door is open.

Adjustable leveling screw (leveling leg, adjustable)

The adjustable leveling screws on the bottom of your dryer can be screwed in or out to lower or raise the leg level. If one of the leveling screws is stripped, damaged, or missing, you may not be able to create a level base for your dryer. The leveling screw has a hexagon-shaped gray plastic foot, with a screw that is approximately 1 inch in length. To replace a damaged screw, simply turn the old screw to the left, until it can be removed. Then, simply screw the new leveling screw into place on the bottom of the dryer, making sure it is the same height as the other 3 leveling screws.

Door strike (dryer door strike.)

TThe door strike for your dryer is mounted on the dryer frame that the door shuts onto. It fits into the door catch on the door and keeps the door closed. If the door strike is damaged or missing, the door will not lock properly and not only will this cause the door to swing open, but it won’t allow the dryer to start properly. It is a small piece of metal, about 1 inch in length and is sold individually.

Nut (cap nut)

Air duct felt seal (felt seal)

If your dryer is making a squeaking noise this seal may need to be replaced.

High limit thermostat - l315-65 (high-limit thermostat for dryer. L315-65. If the dryer overheats, this high-limit thermostat will cut off the power to the heating element.)

This part is the replacement high-limit thermostat or safety thermostat for your dryer. The high-limit thermostat is found on the upper right-hand side of the heater housing, and it cuts off power to the dryer motor if the temperature reaches an unsafe level. If you push the start button and nothing happens, the high-limit thermostat should be tested for continuity and replaced if the contacts are open. Be sure to disconnect power to the dryer before you begin this repair. This part is sold individually and is an OEM part.