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Customer Questions and Answers for Idler Pulley by Whirlpool

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By: Whirlpool
Part Number: OEM9282600
Manufacturer Part Number: 279640

The Idler Pulley is an OEM replacement part for Whirlpool dryers. This essential component plays a crucial role in the drum drive system, helping to guide and maintain proper tension on the dryer belt.

Causes of a faulty idler pulley in a dryer can include normal wear and tear over time, improper belt tensioning leading to bearing failure, or physical damage from impact or debris buildup.

Symptoms of needing to replace the idler pulley include:

  • Squeaking or grinding noises from the driveability area
  • The dryer drum not spinning or rotating properly
  • Excessive vibration or shaking during the dryer cycle

This OEM Whirlpool part is also compatible with Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Magic Chef, Admiral, Norge, Roper, and Kenmore dryer models. 

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For Whirlpool Idler Pulley (Part Number: OEM9282600)

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Melanie, if the model number of your appliance could be provided in a new post, this will allow the most accurate information to be presented.

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Daniel for Model Number 110.67751600

I have a Kenmore dryer (model number 110.67751600). I purchased the idler pulley because my dryer has been making a squealing noise (part 279640). The repair video that you have online is for a whirlpool dryer, but I was hoping that the repair would be pretty similar since you don't seem to have a video for my dryer. After getting the power plug disconnected and the screws off the back, I was able to get the top off of my dryer but the back seems to be soldered on and now I'm stuck. Is there a better way to access the idler pulley with this model? Should I be turning it on its side and trying to access it from underneath?

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Daniel, You would not go in through the back on the unit. If you remove the lower access panel at the bottom of the dryer you should be able to access the idler pulley. If you are not able to get to it without the drum being removed then just take the front panel where the door is loose and pull the drum.

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Michael W, Based on the information provided the part you received should not need any lubricant, you should just install it directly from the package.

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Michael, If the idler pulley is squeaking then you would want to replace the pulley.

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Karen, Yes, There is a very good likelihood of the idler pulley being defective but also check the rollers on the unit.

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Sandra, The idler pulley cause the unit to not spin but would make sure that the motor is running and check to make sure that the belt has not broken.

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Sylvia for Model Number WED9450WW1

Hi! My dryer was squealing. I had a local repairman come out to look at it. He said he lubricated something inside. The squealing stopped, but the dryer then had a knock knock noice when the drum was rotating. He said I need a new idler pulley. But after a day the knocking noise stopped, and now there’s no noise. Should we still replace the idler pulley? If so, should I order anything additional and have it replaced at the same time? Like the idler arm and/or belt? Thank you!

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Hello Rich, first, try aligning the belt by turning the drum slowly in one direction, if it comes off, try the other direction, if still coming off then check the idler pulley assembly for a bent arm, worn pulley or shaft.

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