Customer Questions and Answers for Dryer Drum Belt by Ge

This dryer drum belt wraps around the drum and engages the motor and idler to rotate the load. Replacing a worn or broken belt restores consistent tumbling, helping clothes dry evenly and preventing slippage and related noise. What it does:

• Transfers motor rotation to the drum for tumbling.
• Works with the idler pulley to maintain proper belt tension and smooth rotation.
• Common symptoms: drum won't turn though the motor runs; loud squeal or thump; burning rubber smell; clothes stay wet due to no tumbling.

• One dryer drum belt.

• Disconnect power and shut off gas before servicing.
• Access the belt by removing the top/front panels; note the routing around the drum, idler, and motor pulley.
• Inspect the idler pulley and drum rollers while open; replace any worn components.
• After routing the belt, rotate the drum by hand to ensure alignment before reassembly.