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How To Replace a Dryer Belt on Whirlpool Models

Step 9

Note: Since dryers can get quite dirty, its a good idea to vacuum out the inside while you have the front off. To do this, simply pull out the drum, vacuum, and replace.

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Jul 9, 2009. 11:38 AMsherbin18 says:

After a bit of bad words, I finally got the belt on and working. The drum has to be PERFECTLY lined up or the belt will be too short. It's a really tight tolerance. Thanks for the great resource.

Dec 23, 2011. 4:11 PMplastik892 says:

I found that it all comes down to the tension on the idle roller. Wrap the belt around the drum, rubber side in. When you have it positioned and the belt through the idle roller underside, push the idle roller rod towards the motor assembly. This gives you the slack you need. Still a squeeze but it'll get on there.

Dec 3, 2009. 7:59 PMgabrael says:

just wanted to say thnx from the bottom of my heart. you saved me $100 or so according to the estimate we got over the phone. i know nothing about dryers or appliances but now i can change a dryer belt. took me five minutes to put on and ten to put it all back to together and around room the way the wife likes it. your the man.