How To: Samsung Drive Motor DC31-00055G

[@rackemhardandy1381]

Thank you for making a good tutorial video. Also to people who are having trouble getting the blower wheel off. I used a heat gun and penetrating oil and just kept taping with a hammer and punch around the bearing race until it popped free. Kind of amazing how simple these dryers go together. Thanks again.

[@BenTubeOne]

Thanks for the heat gun idea, I spent an hour trying to beat the shaft back with a hammer, was just about to give up, then saw your comment....pulled out the heat gun and had the blower wheel off in less than 5 minutes. I had already soaked in penetrating oil overnight, so at least had already thought of that.

[@rackemhardandy1381]

@@BenTubeOne Awesome! Glad it helped

[@ricova5761]

I don't have a heat gun but I did put penetrating oil on it but it didn't work. What I did was put a long metal pipe on the handle of my ratchet wrench to give me a longer arm to pull on so it increased the torque. It turned with little force!!

[@kingofbytes]

Great video! Replacing the motor solved a peculiar problem I was having with my 9 year old Samsung dryer. The issue was it would start - but then stop roughly every 5 seconds. Then 60 seconds later, start and run for 5 seconds before stopping. I wouldn't have guessed it was the motor because the motor worked. But evidently there's some sensor or built in fail safe that dies over time. Replacing the motor cost me far less than the wife wanting an entirely new washer and dryer set :). And thanks for the video, it really helped!

[@ajones4635]

Having same issue

[@benmayes4908]

Thanks so much. My dryer was the slightest bit different, but this saved me $500 at least. It kept turning off after about 20 seconds and had a burnt smell. Replacing the motor (and a good cleaning) fixed it. And I didn’t even have any screws left over!

[@jfamilys8708]

We have the same problem too! I am having trouble replacing the motor. The bolt wil not come off! Do you have any suggestions?

[@ricova5761]

@@jfamilys8708 get a long pipe and slide it over the handle of the ratchet wrench. This will increase the torque on the nut and it should turn with little force. This is what I did and it worked!! :))

[@dreamingofbonsai]

Thank you so much for creating this video. I had to replace my motor and this was an incredibly helpful step by step process on fixing it. I truly appreciate it.

[@appliancepartspros]

You are very welcome! Glad we were able to assist you. If we can help you in the future please let us know.

[@dreamingofbonsai]

@@appliancepartspros I appreciate that, thank you!

[@g.g.2620]

Bro! That was the best instructional video I’ve ever seen!!! Well done.

[@appliancepartspros]

Thank you! Let us know if you have any questions!

[@Tyreeklol]

Just changed out the motor on my dryer, saved so much money and it was so easy. Definitely recommend doing it with another person if it is your first time, only took about 35 minutes with 2 people. The hardest part is taking taking off the clips that hold down the motor (which wasn't even that hard). Take your time and don't get frustrated then spend the extra 250 dollars you would spend on a repair man and get yourself something nice.

[@appliancepartspros]

I'm glad to hear that the repair went well for you! Often times, it does help to have an extra set of hands to do repairs. I'm glad our video could help you out.

[@Tyreeklol]

@@appliancepartspros 7 years later I changed the motor again lol. still a good video to keep on hand :)

[@wilfredodivens2006]

Video helped me to save some around the holiday 🎄🎁🙏🏼

[@appliancepartspros]

So glad the video helped!

[@joshuaboley1637]

I definitely watched this video as I did the replacement. Thanks.

[@Chethypoo]

I changed my motor with this video. 70 dollar motor instead of 1000+ dollar new set. Thank you for this!

[@juglr]

Great instructions! Followed them perfectly, fixed it!

[@vforba]

Found the thinnest fabric belt wrapped around the motor post. Ended up not needing a new motor after all but this video was so helpful!!

[@ricova5761]

Great video!! It helped me out very much. I tried to order the part from your website, but you did not have it. One thing I would add is that the motor mount has an indentation at the bottom (see at 8:19-8:22). There is a corresponding "bump" on the motor that fits into that indentation. It is located on both motor mounts at the blower and pully ends. I didn't see that mentioned in the video. If the motor is not seated properly, it may move (rotate) as the belt turns or you may have a hard time putting the motor clamps back on. Also, I have seen people say that the blower nut is hard to remove. I also had this problem. My solution: I had a 3 feet pipe laying around that I slid over the handle of my ratchet wrench giving more torque as I turned the nut clockwise. I only needed very little force to get the nut turning.

[@holtzjt]

Great video. Just saved me a lot of money. Thanks for posting!

[@brookswhitehurst1243]

Great video! Did anyone else hear that fart at the 6:23 mark? 😂

[@jasonlucas9906]

Thank you so much! This was a HUGE help. Just had a hard ;time getting the wheel off, but once getting that loose everything else went as shown.

[@santiper83]

Thank you! I was able to repair my dryer in less than 2 hours.

[@brianslota4861]

You explained this perfectly!

[@66lwmorgan]

Excellent video on the install. I have a question, my Samsung Dryer probably needs a motor and has been verified by Samsung that my motor part # is DC31-00055D. Your parts list doesn't show that number being good. Does the motor you have ending with a G replace the one I have ending with a D? Thank you and again that was a great tutorial.

[@zandytriana3080]

Thanks, worked like a champ

[@JB-zn1kx]

rebuilt my whole unit. rollers, belt, idler, motor/blower assembly, heating element for $300. Works like new

[@LamontLawes]

just relaced my rollers ,motor, belt & tensioner! working again quiet and smoother like new!!

[@appliancepartspros]

Glad you were able to complete your repair. If there is anything we can help you with in the future please let us know.

[@neimansimmons9047]

Thabk you this was so helpful

[@appliancepartspros]

You are welcome! Glad you were able to fix your issue! If there is anything we can help you with in the future please let us know.

[@rickeykeeton71]

Will motor with different last letter in part number substitute for that motor?

[@dannymah9658]

Thanks for the amazing video, however, I'm having trouble removing the blower wheel. Do you have any suggestions?

[@scott-sw1cl]

Reverse threads are the key. If it is locked, Buy a new motor housing unit.

[@JustinVK]

I had to remove the whole assembly then used a hammer lol...it worked, but probably not the best idea

[@TTOS69]

My fan was lock-tighted(?) How would you recommend taking it off?

[@appliancepartspros]

What is your model number?

[@TTOS69]

@@appliancepartspros I figured it out thanks for the response! I just heated up the motor shaft and it got hot enough to help me slide it off easily. Thanks for the video!

[@appliancepartspros]

Glad to hear you were able to get it!

[@defaultdotxbe]

Like some others here I'm having trouble getting the blower wheel off. I got the nut loosened, however there appears to be some adhesive holding the wheel on the shaft. It might the remnants of a rubber or plastic washer that melted with the heat, but its got everything stuck on there good

[@PattycakeStudios]

The nut holding my blower wheel on was glued with some sort of green hard epoxy. It was a pain in the butt to get off, almost wrecked the whole unit. Now my blower wheel is stuck on with the same hardened substance. Any ideas?

[@GP-st2tg]

Dryer Buzzes bur doesn't start unless I hold door switch down hand start the dryer and it works....defective motor or capacitor?

[@JamesNguyen79]

Same problem. What was your solution for this?

[@wilsonbates1575]

How do you know when the motor is bad I bought the tensioner kit replaced it dryer still won't work before and after the dryer works when I press the start button with the top off give the dryer tub atug and rotate the tub and the dryer works perfectly the problem is it won't start on its own the kit included belt tensioner rollers but no spring wondering if it's the spring needing to be replaced which is not tight enough to turn the tub

[@smartassmart]

had the same issue after replacing rollers, motor needed a push to get started... did you ever find a solution?

[@kushandflightscrew]

any solution?

[@ulisescampos696]

Same here any solution?

[@nickbrown5444]

Thanks a lot have a job like this to do

[@appliancepartspros]

You're welcome! Good luck with your repair and let us know how it goes!

[@johnygarcia2727]

Nice thank you

[@appliancepartspros]

You are welcome!

[@Growsmile77]

How do I know I need the problem is caused by the motor?

[@ssmoothe2000]

Grets video. Unfortunately, my blower wheel is stuck. How would I remove it?

[@honger1]

My blower wheel was stuck too. Not sure if it was the right thing to do but it worked. I took out the entire motor base plate out with the blower wheel attached still. It was 4 screws. Sprayed WD-40 and let it soak, then smacked it a bunch with a rubber mallet. 😂😅🤷‍♂️

[@alvinomartinez6549]

What are the symptoms of a bad dryer motor????

[@appliancepartspros]

If the drum isn't turning you could have a bad motor. If you have power at the motor and it doesn't come on the part has failed. If the motor is making a humming noise and not turning then it's bad. If you can't turn the motor by hand then it's seized up and will need to be replaced.

[@alvinomartinez6549]

@ what about when the dryer is on and working but the timer goes from 40min down to 1 minute? I’m having that issue only on the Normal setting

[@appliancepartspros]

What is your model number?

[@alvinomartinez6549]

@@appliancepartspros DV42H5200EP/A3

[@appliancepartspros]

This could be caused by the motor overheating. This could be caused by a faulty thermostat, a restricted vent, or lint build up around the motor. You can test the thermostats for continuity with a multimeter. You will need to check/clear the vent and any lint build up inside the unit and around the motor.

[@gr8636]

Amazing video however, the blower wheel nut refuses to come off. Yes the back is being held and yes the nut is being turned clockwise. Any suggestions?

[@appliancepartspros]

You could try using some penetrating oil to loosen it up. If that doesn't work, you can give us a call at 1-877-477-7278 or you can chat us at our website: www.appliancepartspros.com/. We’re here to help 7 days a week.

[@georgialions]

@@appliancepartspros the problem I am having is. The nut is off but the blower wheel is definitely not coming off at all.. especially not as easy the way you pulled it off

[@reppuha]

@@georgialions I had to apply a lot of penetrating oil, then tap the shaft of the motor out with a small screwdriver and hammer while someone else held it. Was not coming off easy.

[@benmayes4908]

georgialions it took a bit of jiggling and a squirt of Silicone lube to get the wheel off on my dryer. Lots of lint built up in the crevices jammed it up.

[@flarfadelic5654]

i'm not having any luck getting the blower wheel off of the motor shaft.....I tried tapping with a hammer and that didn't work. Is there a difference between penetrating oil and silicone lube?

[@HughWoo]

Every single time I take mine apart I feel like there is always one less screw 😂

[@Ta2edwarrior]

Mine is still stuck in timer mode. It will power on, show in timer mode and it will do nothing else. I have replaced the timer board, dryer motor, door switch, resistor, all wheels, temperature sensor, belt and the fuse behind the blower housing with no change. I put it diagnostic mode, see SC come up, press play and it goes to OT and still does nothing.

[@appliancepartspros]

What is your model number?

[@nick5163]

Newer models they stupidly used super glue on fan part. After getting bolt off. Use a heat gun to get center of blower fan off. Otherwise your not getting it off.

[@appliancepartspros]

Glad you were able to get that repaired! If you have any questions in the future, just let us know!

[@resoleman3920]

good

[@appliancepartspros]

+le sympatison Thanks, glad the video helped you get the motor changed!

[@kushandflightscrew]

replaced everything exactly like the video says and its still struggling to turn. i went through the process 3 times

[@appliancepartspros]

What is the model number of the unit?

[@dodgers8187]

Make sure to use gloves extremely sharp sheet-metal I learned the hard way

[@Ta2edwarrior]

My blower wheel isn't budging and definitely not coming off that easy.

[@Ta2edwarrior]

My drum also has no pink or anything to indicate front or back

[@appliancepartspros]

What is your model number?

[@georgialions]

My blower wheel will not come off

[@flarfadelic5654]

mine won't either, did you ever get your off?

[@georgialions]

@@flarfadelic5654 yeah I called a repair man

[@jabariturner]

😂Same problem here, that nut must bet welded on there. 😂 I used grip pliers and a socket gun it ain't moved. 😔it looked at me like that's all you got. Ok I quit.🤭😂

[@Chethypoo]

I ended up not having to remove the blower wheel. I just lined up the shaft and the wheel after I put the new motor in. My dryer had a metal panel at the bottom that was attached with rivets right in front of the blower wheel.

[@svhshshs7567]

@@jabariturner the nut is reverse thread