This idler pulley assembly is sourced from the original manufacturer for use in dryers. The assembly includes the pulley wheel and bracket. It is found near the motor where it provides tension to the dryer belt, allowing it to rotate the drum during the drying cycle. Over time, the pulley wheel and its bearings can wear out leading to squeaking and grinding noises when the drum rotates. The bracket or pulley wheel can also fall out of alignment which can damage the belt and cause it to slip off. Eventually, a faulty idler pulley assembly will prevent the drum from rotating altogether. Depending on your dryer model, you may need to disassemble the dryer to access the pulley assembly. Remove the dryer belt from the idler pulley wheel and detach the assembly from the dryer frame. Position the new assembly in its place and secure it in position. Thread the belt over the pulley and around the dryer drum, ensuring that the grooved side lays flat against the drum. Manually spin the drum to check that the belt is properly tensioned and reassemble your appliance.
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Replacing your Samsung Dryer Idler Pulley Assembly
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Greg C - January 11, 2024
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easy repair, minor labor involved
The part was the correct piece for my dryer. If you replace this part, before taking the old one off, be sure to keep the dryer belt in its place so it doesn't move around or slip out of position. I used some tape in several places.
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Jennifer P - December 7, 2022
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Very satisfied
My husband was able to use this part to fix our dryer. Easy to order, delivered on time, dryer running smoothly.
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NANCY M - October 7, 2022
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Exactly what we needed
We were able to order exactly the parts we needed for my husband to repair our dryer without having to pay a repair person. Glad this was an option
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Arindam B - February 8, 2021
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Perfect fit, and easy to replace
It was easy to find the correct part, and even easier to replace it.
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Laxani LLC//Ryan Fung A Loi F - January 27, 2021
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The part was in great condition and arrived very fast. I was not able to do the full repair yet because I still needed some other parts. But the part I ordered from PartSelect was the right part. Thank you.
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Kim A - July 30, 2020
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Exactly what we needed!
We had a part on our Samsung dryer break and we actually called in and spoke to a very pleasant customer representative who guided us in the right direction! Just installed the part, and we are ready to go again. Super fast shipment,too!!
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Yulia C - June 2, 2020
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We ordered the part, it came in a timely fashion and my husband installed it. It was easy to install and the drier works perfectly now!
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Thomas A - May 11, 2020
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The part was in great condition
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Broderick F H - May 10, 2020
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Another great part
Thx for helping me to repair my dryer without spending lots of $.
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STEVE SAUVEY S - April 29, 2020
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thanks for your quick order processing and shipping.
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Dryer would not spin
The design of my dryer is a bit different from the video on PartSelect - but it is very close. And if you watch the really good video on PartSelect plus a few others on Youtube you can figure out how Samsung in general designs the different components. You can fix this yourself definitely.
Cost of part to fix - about $50.
... Read more/>Repairman - didn't even ask. Would probably be $300-400. Cost of replacement $1,000.
I rated the repair "A bit difficult" only because this is the first time I have ever repaired an appliance. If I were to repair this one again, I'd rate it as Easy.
I'm really thankful for the PartSelect video. This makes DIY repairs possible.
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John from EARLYSVILLE, VA
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The (front-load) dryer was noisy and eventually slowed down but was still heating.
I removed the dryer top and saw that the belt was intact. (I had suspected the belt or something stuck in the exhaust fan or somewhere.) I watched a few youtube videos and took off the rest of the top plates and front door and inner structure that held the barrel. After i inspected and cleaned out the fan blades and exhaust areas, I looke
... Read mored at the pulley rollers (motor and idler rollers). The idler roller looked a little melted and chewed up. I replaced it with the new assembly. Also replaced the belt. Putting the barrel and new belt back on was harder for me than the videos indicated because the spring was very tight and the area to put my hands was small and didn't give me enough leverage. I eventually got someone to give me the third hand pulling the idling roller a little further over and the belt was back on. It didn't take me long to put the whole dryer back together. It is running fine now.
These are not instructions as much as warning that although it is a one-person job, the idler pulley assembly is not as easily manipulated with the barrel there. Doing the fix was straightforward: one screw holds it in place. The men in the videos seemed to have no problem with easily replacing the belt, but I needed help with the tight spring. Perhaps now that I've done it once, I could figure out how to reach around the barrel and yank the roller enough to replace the belt, but with the extra hand it took seconds and was super easy.
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Pamela from TILLSON, NY
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Dryer did not function
I removed the dryer vent and cover to take a look at the inside of unit. Then I saw that wheel on the pulley was damaged and belt was tangled up. I simply replaced the pulley and placed the belt back. Samsung advised that I replace the unit, but myself $800+ on a new unit.
After viewing many instructions on how to replace a broken drum drive belt on UTUBE and the video you sent me the project was completed with no problems and with ease.
However, I did discover large amounts of lint caked to the bottom of the lint screen housing just beyond the filter screen. There was minimal lint on the lint
... Read moreexhaust fan blades and no lint in the exhaust ducts.
I didn't recall seeing any video instructions drawing attention to potential lint issues, it just made good sense to clean the entire system while it was apart . At first I saw no major lint problem.
However, after removing the lint screen and placing a vacuum cleaner wand to the bottom of the lint screen housing (the bottom is not easy to see) my vacuum cleaner hose became clogged three times. I realized there was a major lint issue isolated to this area.
Many of the on line complaints focused on parts not properly fitting their dryer. they had to modify the parts in some way to fit or operate or they had to return them for other parts. Just think of the time wasted and the lack of use of their dryer.
I called and talked to a tech. Gave them my model number and the tech located the correct OEM parts for my dryer. I paid the extra money for OEM parts because I wanted my dryer fixed and restored to service in the least amount of time.
Outside the discovery of the not so obvious lint issue, the repair project was easy and the dryer was restored to full service with minimal down time.
Thanks for all your help and fast delivery service.
Dryer would not start but electronics were working.
Pulled top of dryer off; noticed the belt was loose but not broken. Went in through the back (1 screw and removed the exhaust pipe/plate); noticed the wheel was broken and thus the belt had fallen off.
Ordered replacement wheel/arm. One screw to remove ol
... Read mored one, one screw to install new one...tentioned the belt. Dryer was good as new.
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Noah from OXFORD, KS
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Belt fell off because of belt roller on the tensioner melted, ciezed and fell off
Watched a video on utube, how to repair my 16 month old steam dryer. The hardest part was laying on my belly holding the spring loaded tensioner and slipping the belt on around the blower housing. Only cost me $23. Winning!
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Joseph
August 7, 2018
Is this idler the new model with ball bearings or the old brass bearing?
For model number DV42H5000EW
Hello Joseph, thank you for your question. Yes, the part number DC93-00634A is the most recently updated idler pulley. It is the one that is recommended for your specific model number. I hope this helps!
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David
December 13, 2017
Do you have the drive belt pulley for this model thanks
For model number DV40J3000EW
Hi David,
Thank you for your question. Yes, this is the part that you are looking for and that works with your model. Good luck with your repair.
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Paul Coleman
March 12, 2018
How do I take the idler pulley off a Samsung dryer modle dv210aew/xaa
For model number Dv210aew/xaa
Hi Paul,
Thank you for your question. There is a video on our website that you can reference on how to install the idler pulley. The dryer in the video may not show exactly like the one you have, but it will give you a general idea on how to install the part. You will find the video under part number WP691366. I hope this helps. Thank you and have a great day!
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Angie Lopez
July 3, 2019
Need pulley and belt for my Samsung dryer. Can you tell me a. Part number. And cost?
For model number DV337AELIXAA
Hello Angie, thank you for inquiring. This Idler Pulley Assembly part PS11771601 is the correct replacement for your model. The Drive Belt is part PS4133825. The cost of both are listed to the left of the 'Add to Cart' button in the part descriptions. We hope this helps.
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Pat
September 10, 2019
I'm not sure how to check which part i need makes humming noise, tub hard to turn and wont come on.
For model number 40289032010
Hi Pat, thank you for your question. There are a couple of parts that you should check for an issue like this. You should take a look at your belt, your pulley, and your rollers. If those parts are fine though, it might be your motor that is the issue. I hope that helps. Good luck with your repair.
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Scott
January 18, 2018
Is 1.8 days mean sunday?
For model number DC96-00882C
Hi Scott,
Thank you for your question. If there is a warehouse in your area that has part you are ordering in stock, then you have a chance to receive the order in 1.8 days. If not, the order will ship out to you in the time frame you have chosen. Our parts are shipped out Mondays to Fridays. Our warehouses are closed on the weekend so if any orders are placed on the weekend, they would not be shipped out until Monday of the next week. I hope this helps. Thank you and have a great day!
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Craig
January 10, 2019
The white pulley on a metal spring loading pivot broke on my machine, it tensions the drum belt. Dies this kit have both the pulley and metal piece?
Hello Craig, thank you for contacting us, In order for us to locate the correct parts and repair information we will require the model number of the unit. Once you have located the model number please feel free to resubmit the question and we will be happy to help you. Look forward to hearing from you!
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Fran
May 1, 2023
Dryer recently started a low pitch vibrating/humming sound. Noticeable throughout the house. Otherwise dryer works fine. Do think the belt tensioner is going bad or fan cage out of balance or dirty. Thanks for your help.
For model number dv42h5600ep Samsung dryer
Hi Fran, thank you for reaching out. According to our research, it is normal for the dryer to hum due to the high velocity of air moving through the dryer drum and exhaust system. But, you need to inspect the blower housing, and the idler pulley, which might be balance out. We hope this solves your problem!
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Oralia
August 1, 2023
The dryer stopped working. So I took the top panel off to see if the belt had broke and the belt is still in tact. I just give it a little tug and it starts working. What is it that could be the problem. I was thinking maybe the pulley but wasn’t sure. Help pls ??
For model number DV45K6200EZ/A3
Hello Oralia, thank you for the question. Yes, the issue seems to be with the idler pulley, part number PS11771601. We hope this information is useful!
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Scott
October 29, 2023
My idler puller assembly has a notch/cut out about the width of the belt, or 1/2 the circumference of the white round pulley. Is this the correct part for my machine?
For model number DV45K6200GW/A3
Hi Scott, thank you for reaching out. Based on our research, the idler pulley you have mentioned is compatible with your model. We hope this information helps!
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