Customer Questions and Answers for Agitate Belt (Washer) by Speedqueen

Hello Ken. Here are the instructions from the manufacture. Hope this helps. Belt install: Disconnect power. Service access panel: Remove toe panel from machine and front panel. 1. Remove service access panel, see “Service Access Panel” procedure. NOTE: There will always be some water that will remain in outer tub, before removing hoses from pump, hoses must be pinched off or drained to prevent water spillage. 2. Loosen hose clamps and remove hoses from pump assembly. 3. Unhook idler spring from clip on front of the motor mounting bracket. NOTE: Use care when releasing idler lever tension. If idler spring is overstretched, washer operation will be affected. 4. Reach in and around left side of motor and remove belt off large drive pulley. 5. Disconnect wire harness from motor switch by pressing down on locking tab on top of connection block and at the same time, pull connection block away from motor switch. 6. Remove bolts securing motor and mounting bracket to lower outer tub flange and to weldment assembly. 7. Lift complete assembly out of washer. NOTE: Lay motor on its side. Observe belt configuration around rear pump leg. Belt MUST encircle rear pump leg when reassembling. 8. Reverse procedure to reassemble. Pump and Belt Removal 1. Remove motor, see “Motor and Mounting Bracket” procedure. 2. Remove screws securing pump assembly to motor. Reassembly of Pump and Belt NOTE: Install pump and belt together. Drive belt MUST be replaced with belt No. 40053602 for one and two speed models; or 40053601 for some two speed models and three speed models (special clutch-type belt) for proper washer operation. Refer to Parts Manual for proper belt part number. 1. Remove any corrosion or foreign material from motor shaft. 2. Apply a thin film of No. 03637P lubricant to the end and sides of motor shaft. NOTE: This lubricant helps keep moisture out of the hub area and prevents corrosion. 3. Align belt on motor pulley and tension pulley as illustrated. 4. Align pump impeller hub with motor shaft. Verify belt encircles rear pump leg. Slide pump onto motor shaft until legs touch the embosses on the motor housing before securing. NOTE: Tighten screws to 35 inch-pounds maximum. DO NOT overtighten screws! 5. Install motor and pump assembly into washer, see “Motor and Mounting Bracket” procedure. NOTE: After installing motor and pump assembly in the washer and all hoses have been secured, along with reconnecting idler spring. Add at least one quart of water to washtub to lubricate pump seals. Running a pump without water will damage the seals.