If you hear a scraping noise from the rear of this dryer, inspect the ball and socket on the rear of the drum. This area is especially susceptible to failure. If you need information on how to test this dryer electrically or with an ohm meter, go to our dryer page for this information. This picture shows you the thermal fuse, high limit thermostat, and the heater element terminals on this dryer. This dryer has the thermal fuse located on the back of the dryer.
Later models has the thermal fuse located on the heater element housing.
Good luck with your repairs.