4055919742 Genuine Drum Bearing 6207-2Z for Electrolux Group Washing Machines, 6207Z Shielded Ball Bearing

A washing machine that roars on spin usually has a worn drum bearing, and part 4055919742 is a genuine Electrolux one. It is a 6207-2Z ball bearing, where the 2Z means it has metal shields on both sides. Washer drums normally run on two bearings of different sizes plus a seal, so check which size you need. We don't hold a model list for this bearing, so read the size stamped on the old one before ordering.

Noisy washing machine on spin? Signs of worn drum bearings

The drum bearings carry the full weight of the drum, clothes and water, and take a pounding at spin speed. Water getting past a worn seal washes the grease out, and the bearing starts to rumble. The first sign is a growl or roar that gets louder as the spin speeds up. Later the drum may feel loose, with play when you rock it by hand, and you might see rust streaks at the back of the outer tub. Leaving it too long can damage the shaft or tub.

Part details

• Genuine Electrolux part 4055919742
• Bearing size 6207-2Z
• Metal shields on both sides (2Z)
• Drum bearing for washing machines
• No model list on file, check the size on your old bearing

Bearing replacement tips

Replacing drum bearings is a big job. Unplug the machine and turn off the taps first. The washer is usually stripped down and the tub split or removed to press the old bearings out. Always fit a new seal at the same time, and normally the second bearing as well. Clean the bearing seats, press on the outer race only and never hammer the bearing directly. If the shaft is worn or the tub cannot be split, get a technician's advice.

Questions about this part

Do I need to replace both bearings?

In most washers, yes. The drum runs on two bearings and a seal, and they wear together. This listing is the 6207-2Z bearing only, so check the second bearing size and the seal for your model before you start.