The Dryer Belt (length 79-1/8 inches) is an OEM part for Whirlpool dryers. This belt wraps around the drum, the motor pulley, and the idler pulley to enable the drum to rotate during the drying cycle. It ensures that clothes are tumbled and dried evenly. Also available in repair kit AP3109603
Over time, the dryer belt can become worn or snap due to the constant tension and friction it endures. When the belt fails, the drum will no longer spin, and the dryer will be unable to dry clothes effectively.
Symptoms of a bad dryer belt include:
- The dryer drum not turning
- A burning smell from the dryer
- Unusual noises during operation
- The dryer running but not tumbling clothes
This OEM part is also compatible with Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Magic Chef, Admiral, Norge, Roper, and Kenmore models.
Do-It-Yourself Stories from Customers like You
Dryer drum would not turn heat worked fine Charles K. • Pittsfield , MA • March 03, 2019
I used the web site to figure out the most likely causes for the drum not turning. I watched the web site's videos to see what I would have to do and thought it wasn't too bad; something a rookie could do. Ordered the parts (belt and idler arm) and followed the directions from the videos. Mostly a bunch of screws/bolts to remove with a couple in difficult places. (my dryer isn't full sized) There were some electrical connections to take apart. As i disassembled it, I took pictures of where...
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