Strange Tool or Part Found inside GE Dryer

[Bruce Walchuk]

Our GE Dryer model DCVH680EJ1WW  was making noises and shutting down.  Had a repairman over, and he discovered this strange tool/part trapped inside the cabinet.  I checked all of the parts diagrams for this model, and it's not a part of any kind.  Could it be some sort of tool from the factory?

[blondejon]

That looks like one of those tools for putting on springs for a trampoline.

[MajorApp]

  That makes a great tool for the tub springs on a front load washer.

[whirlpooltech]

Interesting. I have found a few factory tool in new appliances over the years. Some real nice magnetic socket and things, but have never seen anything like that.

[JWWebster]

That looks like the tool they use to tie wire on a chain link fence.

[JWWebster]

Might be a tool the use to tie rebar.

[MajorApp]

  Maybe a secret GE prototype tool that will sell for high dollar.

[Rickydamnit]

This tool is used to r & r balance springs on a top load washer

[mojavian]

Yeah, I think it is a (really cheap) spring hook.