1 Answer Hello Norman. To replace the belt WP27001006 on the unit, you will need to remove the two springs in the front and remove the motor and pump assembly from the washer. Now you need to remove the pump from the motor and install the belt onto the motor pulley. Once the belt is installed, you will install the motor and pump back into the washer and then roll the belt onto the large pulley. Make sure the idler arm is applying tension to the belt when you roll it onto the large pulley. Read More...
Craig October 05, 2011 for Model Number SAV515DAWW I'm replacing the belt for a Maytag Legacy Series washing machine. What is the correct routing for the belt between the 3 pulleys? Do you have a diagram? Thanks.
1 Answer Hello Craig. The motor pulley goes where number 15 is pointing at in the diagram, and the pulley for the tension is in the correct location in the diagram. The large pulley goes into the large loop at the other end of the belt WP27001006 in the diagram. Hope this helps. http://www.appliancepartspros.com/partsearch/model.aspx?model_id=5177668&diagram_id=28532901 Read More...
Bob July 25, 2011 for Model Number lwd70aw Instructions for replacing the belt on Amana model lwd79aw washing machine.
1 Answer Hello Bob! Here are the instructions from the manufacturer, hope they help! PUMP AND BELT REMOVAL: A. Remove three screws holding pump assembly motor. REASSEMBLY OF PUMP AND BELT: IMPORTANT: Install pump and belt together. A. Clean any corrosion or foreign material from motor shaft that will be contacting the "D" slot in pump impeller. B. Apply a thin film of No. 03637P lubricant to end sides of motor shaft. This lubricant helps keep moisture out of the hub area and retards corrosion. C. Align pump impeller hub with motor shaft. make sure belt encircles rear pump leg, carefully push pump onto motor shaft so three pump legs bottom out in the embosses on motor housing before screws are tightened. D. Tighten three screws to 35 inch-pounds (4.0 N-m) maximum. DO NOT overtighten screws! E. Reinstall motor and pump assembly into washer. IMPORTANT: After installing motor and pump assembly in washer and all hoses have been reconnected, add at least a quart of water to washtub to lubricate pump seals. Running a pump withou water will ruin the seals. Read More...
Ken May 16, 2011 for Model Number PALW8800AW1 Where sould I find instructions on how to install a belt for a washer? Part # 40053601.
1 Answer 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. Read More...
Ken May 16, 2011 for Model Number 40053601 Where can I find instructions on how to install the belt on the washer?