The Drum Drive Belt is an OEM part for Whirlpool dryers. This part transfers power from the dryer's motor to the drum, enabling it to tumble. Made from durable, flexible materials, the belt wraps around the dryer drum, tension pulley, and drive motor pulley, keeping everything moving smoothly and efficiently.
A bad Drum Drive Belt can result from fraying or wear due to regular use, leading to loss of integrity and eventual breakage, glazing causing slippage and reduced dryer efficiency, and stretching reducing tension and hindering proper drum tumbling.
Symptoms of a bad Drum Drive Belt include:
- The dryer motor running but the drum not tumbling.
- Unusual noises, such as squeaking or thumping, indicating the belt may be worn or misaligned.
- The dryer not starting at all if the belt has broken completely.
This OEM Whirlpool part is also compatible with Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Magic Chef, Admiral, Norge, Roper and some Kenmore models.