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Customer Questions and Answers for Drive Belt by Whirlpool

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By: Whirlpool
Part Number: OEM18062250
Manufacturer Part Number: WPW10388414

The Drive Belt is an OEM part for Whirlpool front load washing machines. It transmits power from the wash motor to rotate the tub assembly, tumbling clothes during cycles. The belt is designed with deep grooves to securely grip the motor and tub pulleys. It measures 48.22” long uninstalled and will stretch to 51.53” when installed.

Causes of a bad Drive Belt can include cracks developing from repeated flexing during operation or stretching over many years. Debris trapped in the belt path can also wear down the belt prematurely.

Symptoms of a bad belt include:

  • The washing tub failing to spin or agitate clothes
  • Abnormally loud squealing noises from inside the machine
  • The belt slipping off pulleys during cycles

This OEM part is also compatible with Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, and select Kenmore front load washers.

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Alan, We would not expect the belt to be the issue at this point. If the belt is "falling off" and you're sure the pulley shaft nut is tight and locked in place, you'll need to check the motor mount bolts and tub assembly to make sure the assembly and bolts are not loose. Also check and make sure there is no side to side play in the tub bearings and tub basket shaft. If the washer is on a solid floor, properly leveled, and not being overloded, you'll need to check the tub dampening assemblies WP8182703 and see that they are not worn, or loose.

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Answered by AppliancePartsPros.com   |   Thursday, November 8, 2012

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