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Dryer Not Drying? Blower Fan 2957310200 – Fix No-Airflow & Overheating Fast
If your Blomberg dryer is taking too long to dry, overheating, or shutting off on thermal overload, a failed blower fan is the most common cause. In Blomberg dryers, the blower fan draws heated air through the drum and exhausts moisture — when the fan blade cracks, seizes, or detaches from the motor shaft, airflow collapses and drying performance fails completely. ⚡ Common failure point in Blomberg-built dryers. Part 2957310200 is the genuine OEM blower fan that restores full airflow and drying performance in a direct-fit swap.
❓ Is This the Right Part?
This is the correct fix if ALL of the following are true:
- ✔ Dryer powers on and drum rotates normally
- ✔ Heating element and thermal fuse test OK
- ✔ Exhaust duct is clear and unobstructed
- ✔ Drive motor runs but airflow at the exhaust vent is weak or absent
- ✔ ONLY problem is poor drying, overheating, or thermal cutout tripping
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🔧 Common Symptoms
- Dryer takes multiple cycles to dry a normal load — most common complaint
- Dryer overheats and shuts off mid-cycle on thermal overload
- Weak or no airflow at the exhaust vent with drum spinning
- Burning smell from lint or debris accumulating due to no airflow
- Dryer runs but clothes remain damp after full cycle
- Rattling or grinding noise from the blower housing area
✔ If these symptoms match, the blower fan is the most likely failed component in the airflow system.
✔ In most cases, replacing the blower fan restores full drying performance immediately.
📦 Part Details
- Part Number: 2957310200
- SKU: 55763641
- Type: OEM Dryer Blower Fan Assembly — drum exhaust airflow impeller
- Replaces: OEM direct-fit blower fan — no modification required
- Brands: Blomberg
⚠️ Recommended While Repairing:
While the blower housing is open, inspect the blower housing gasket and exhaust duct connection for cracks or air leaks — a compromised seal reduces airflow even with a new fan. Clear any lint accumulation from the housing before reassembly to prevent an immediate repeat failure.
While the blower housing is open, inspect the blower housing gasket and exhaust duct connection for cracks or air leaks — a compromised seal reduces airflow even with a new fan. Clear any lint accumulation from the housing before reassembly to prevent an immediate repeat failure.
⚙️ Installation
Skill Level: MODERATE — 30–50 minutes. Disconnect power before beginning. Access the blower fan by removing the rear or front panel depending on your model configuration; disconnect the fan from the motor shaft (typically a retaining clip or nut) and swap the fan blade assembly. Confirm the fan spins freely without wobble before reassembly and verify airflow at the exhaust vent after powering on.
💡 Pro Tip
Check the Motor Shaft Coupler Before Ordering:
If the blower fan spins freely by hand but airflow is still weak, the issue may be the motor shaft coupler or a worn motor rather than the fan blade itself. Confirm the fan is firmly seated and locked on the shaft before replacing — a loose fan will exhibit identical symptoms to a cracked one.
If the blower fan spins freely by hand but airflow is still weak, the issue may be the motor shaft coupler or a worn motor rather than the fan blade itself. Confirm the fan is firmly seated and locked on the shaft before replacing — a loose fan will exhibit identical symptoms to a cracked one.
✅Compatibility & Cross Reference
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