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Drive Belt

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PartSelect Number PS1766009
Manufacturer Part Number WE12M29
Manufactured by GE

This is a dryer drum drive belt. It is 89.5 inches long with four ribs on the inside for a better grip. The drive belt on your dryer attaches to the motor pulley and then wraps around the drum and a tensioner pulley, and spins the drum as the motor rotates. Your dryer drum cannot spin without this belt. Belts can stretch or become brittle over time which may cause it to malfunction. This is an original manufacturer replacement part. Be sure to use work gloves to protect your hands from sharp internal parts during this repair.

This part works with the following brands: General Electric, Hotpoint, Kenmore.

This part works with the following products: Dryer, Washer, Washer Dryer Combo, Range, Air Conditioner.

This part fixes the following symptoms:

  • Noisy.
  • Will not tumble.
  • Will Not Start.
  • Takes too long to dry.

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Question:

I didn’t know what length drive belt to buy so I measured my old one and it was 90 inches but this one says it is 89 inches … do these expand over time or am I buying the wrong belt

Joaquim
Answer:

Hi Joaquim, there is a small amount of stretching that will happen with dryer belts, depending on different factors. The tension spring and idler pulley will usually make up for the 0.25 to 1-inch difference in length. You should be fine with this belt. Please let us know if you have any further questions. 

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Question:

Im installing a new drum drive belt for my dryer, took out the old one and installing the new one. My problem is that my new one seems to drag a little like it’s too big. Is there a reason for this? How do I make the idler wheel press the belt.

Lola
Answer:

Hi Lola, we recommend checking your belt to make sure it is properly lead around the pulleys. Then check and make sure that the idler spring arm WE03X20434 is in the right position on the motor plate. Best of luck with this repair.

8 people found this helpful.
Question:

dryer is noisey and making weird clunking noises is this what I need to make it stop what do I need to looks at

Don
Answer:

Hello Don, for this problem we recommend starting with the bearings, the idler pulley, the rollers, and the blower wheel. I hope this helps!

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Question:

My dryer belt broke it looks like it might have stuck on motor turning and it got hot and broke. I’ve noticed the dryer making a clumping noise like rollers were bad but this particular dryer doesn’t have rollers it has a front bearing and rear bearing which i think seems to be good but i looking at them . Maybe replace the slides at best but not worn too bad. Just wondering what might have caused this belt to break from looking at idler pulley it seems good and spends freely, do you have any suggestions what i might look for other than what we have discussed already but i do need a belt now because the other one is broke

Robert for model number HTDX100EM7WW
Answer:

Hello Robert, Thank you for your inquiry. There are multiple reasons why the drive belt can break. Any kind of friction, such as overloading the dryer or the drum getting stuck for a moment can cause the belt to wear out; if the idler pulley, drum bearings, or motor pulley wear out, so check all of these parts as well. Hope this helps!

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Question:

I'm trying to fix a starting problem my dryer won't start the button that the door hits should that show continuity ?

Steve for model number GTDP490ED2WS
Answer:

Hi Steve, Thank you for your question. The part you are describing is the door switch. It should show continuity. Use your ohmmeter to test your switch for continuity. Begin by setting your ohmmeter to measure resistance at a scale of R x 1. If yours is a two-wire switch, touch each tester probe to each of the switch's terminals. You should receive a reading of infinity. While the probes are still touching the switch's terminals, press in on and hold the switch. The reading should change to zero. If the test you conduct does not produce these results, you should replace the switch. There are some other parts that you will need to check to see which ones are causing the issue. You will also need to check the interlock switch, the drive belt, the push-to start switch, the timer and the high limit thermostat. I hope this helps. Thank you and have a great day!

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Question:

My dryer is making loud squeaking noise. It still works good and no burning smells. Just a very loud squeaking sound

Lance
Answer:

Hi Lance, Thank you for the question. Depending on the model of the dryer, it could be the roller wheels, bearing, drum slides or felt. It could also be the motor or belt and belt pulley. If you wish to provide the model number of the appliance we will be happy to take a look what could be causing the noise on your appliance. Look forward to hearing from you!

Question:

I bought a belt after my old one popped, this one is 88 inches but seems to be slipping on the drum after being on for a while. What is wrong?

Jesse for model number DBVH510EH0WW
Answer:

Hi Jesse, Thank you for the question. The belt is correct for the appliance model number provided, so I suggest checking the idler pulley arm and wheel. Make sure the arm is not bent or the wheel has to much wear and not putting enough tension on the belt to keep it from slipping. Hope this helps!

Question:

There is a loud dryer noise when running with an occasional "burning rubber smell" at the same time. Is this typical of a dryer belt that is worn out or slipping and needs replacing?

Mike for model number DBXR463EB0WW
Answer:

Hello Mike, Thanks for your question. The drive belt is a likely cause for your issue. It may not be a bad idea to also check the lint filter if needed to clean that out, along with the venting. I hope this helps.

Related Parts: Lint Trap Duct Assembly
Question:

Smells like rubber burning, checked the belt and that wasn't it. What could it possibly be?

Justin for model number HTDX100EM8WW
Answer:

Hello Justin, thank you for your question. I would check to see if the motor pulley is turning freely. If the pulley isn't turning freely it could be causing that smell. I would also check the felt seals around the front and back of the drum. I hope this helps!

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237 of 358 people found this instruction helpful

Parts Used:
Level of Difficulty: A Bit Difficult
Time to do repair: More than 2 hours
Tools: Screw drivers, Socket set
Customer: Edwin from Seattle, WA

Dryer making grinding noises

We live in a Condominium, space is tight especially in the Utility room where the washer/dryer are located. Turned dryer breaker off at the electical panel.
Removed the top cover and front assembly w/door and front drum support, right where the unit was located. Had to gain rear access to loosen drum drive belt so undid the dryer vent hose to floor connection through a front acess hole. Moved the unit out to the breakfast nook as well as disconnecting the power cable from the wall socket. Removed the rear access panel covers and unhooked the drive belt. At the front removed the top screws off the lower cross member to allow spreading of the side covers to allow the removal of the drum. Removed drum and found the bearing bushing gone, reduced to powder.
Using the supplied instuction sheet, replaced the rear bearing assembly, replaced the drum after vacumming the whole interior and started the reassembly of the unit using the new belt and moved the unit back into place. Reconnected the power cable and dryer vent then lastly replaced the lint filter and selector knob. Closed the breaker and turned on the machine, no noise!!!
Incidently I am 78 years old. Thanks PartSelect.

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Parts Used:
  • Drive Belt
Level of Difficulty: A Bit Difficult
Time to do repair: 30 - 60 mins
Tools: Screw drivers
Customer: Adrian from Middletown, MD

Drum belt broke

Removed the front Dryer panel. Left drum in place and lifted it up slightly to get access to motor drive. Slipped belt in place and put panel back on.
This was a first attempt ever at fixing an appliance and it was no big deal.

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Parts Used:
Level of Difficulty: A Bit Difficult
Time to do repair: More than 2 hours
Tools: Screw drivers
Customer: Gene from Kutztown, PA

Dryer would squeal when first starting and then gradually became very noisey.

The repair was done as follows:

1. Removed the door
2. Removed the two screws securing the top panel then removed the panel.
3. Removed the two screws securing the front panel then removed the panel.
4. Removed the screws securing the left side panel then removed side panel and the two leveling feet.
5. Tipped dryer over on its back (you will want to protect your floor, the four screws that attach the heater unit protrude through the back).
6. Disengaged the belt tensioner and removed the belt and the drum.
7. Removed the three Torx screws securing the drum bearing to the drum and discarded old bearing.
8. Removed the four screws securing the bearing retainer to the heater unit.
9. Removed the four screws securing the heater unit and two sensor wires.
10. Lifted heater unit just high enough to remove bearing retainer. Discarded bearing retainer.

The new drum bearing kit is supplied with self tapping screws. I installed the screws into the bearing parts to tap the holes and then removed them prior to assembly.

11. Installed new bearing retainer to back of heater unit using the supplied screws. Install the four screws by hand, finger tight.
12. Re-attached heater unit and tighten screws.
13. Re-attached sensor wires.
14. Tightened the four bearing retainer screws.
15. Attached new drum bearing to drum using the three supplied Torx screws. I used tape to hold everything together while installing the screws.
Tightened the Torxscrews.

Next I used a vacuum to remove all the lint from inside the dryer. I also used a small plastic putty knife to remove the caked on lint on the impeller blades.

16. Inserted drum bearing into bearing retainer.
17. Installed drum belt and belt tensioner.
18. Installed left side panel and feet.
19. Replaced the two grey and two white slide bearings on the front panel. They just slip onto a small post and slide into a slot.
20. Installed front panel. (Rotate drum to help with installation)
21. Installed top panel and door

PROBLEM SOLVED!

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Parts Used:
  • Drive Belt
Level of Difficulty: Easy
Time to do repair: 15 - 30 mins
Tools: Screw drivers, Wrench (Adjustable)
Customer: Christopher from Miami, FL

Dryer cylinder wouldn't turn

Pryed off the top with a flat head screwdriver and removed the 2 screws holding the front panel to the sides. Then lifted the front panel off of the bottom brackets. Belt fit perfectly and followed the provided instructions to loop it around the motor and pulley. PartSelect got the part to me within a couple of days and the repair was a snap.

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Parts Used:
Level of Difficulty: Really Easy
Time to do repair: 15 - 30 mins
Tools: Screw drivers
Customer: James from Charleston, MS

Broken belt

Removed the top of dryer two screws behind door at top then removed top two screws top corner lift dryer tub put belt around the tub then looped belt around the pullies.

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Parts Used:
Level of Difficulty: Really Easy
Time to do repair: Less than 15 mins
Tools:
Customer: Lissa from Redlands, CA

Making noise

Replaced idler pulley and belt very simple

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36 of 53 people found this instruction helpful

Parts Used:
  • Drive Belt
Level of Difficulty: Easy
Time to do repair: 1- 2 hours
Tools: Nutdriver, Screw drivers
Customer: Richard from Ashton, MD

Broken dryer belt

I had to take most of the dryer apart because there is no rear access to the motor. It turned out to be easy to dissasembel the dryer. The only problem that I had was that I could not figure out how to route the belt around the motor and the idol pullies. I could not find anywhere that gave instructions on how to properly tension the belt. I finally figured out that the idoler pulley needs to be locked in place on the right side of the engie mount. Then the belt needs to be routed over idoler pulley and under the motor pulley. Finally release the idoler pully from the locked postion to put tension on the belt. It really turned out to be pretty easy.

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30 of 41 people found this instruction helpful

Parts Used:
Level of Difficulty: Easy
Time to do repair: 30 - 60 mins
Tools: Screw drivers
Customer: Joe from Eureka, CA

The dryer was making noise.

I removed the two screws that hold the front panel to the top panel. I removed two more screws that hold the front panel to the side panels. I separated the front panel from the side panels and removed the drum.

I could see on the front panel the drum slides were badly worn. One was gone.

The new parts installed easily using no tools at all. Everything snaps in place. The new foam gaskets press and stick to seal the duct work. The felt strip pressed into place.

I replace all the panels in reverse order and plug it in. It operates fine, but the motor is making the noise. I will look into replacing the motor next.

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25 of 42 people found this instruction helpful

Parts Used:
Level of Difficulty: A Bit Difficult
Time to do repair: 1- 2 hours
Tools: Nutdriver, Screw drivers
Customer: Craig from Castle Rock, CO

Dryer squeeked badly when running.

I've always heard it was a simple job to replace the belt and that would solve the problem. I'd defer to others online when they suggest to replace the rear bearing - they are totally right about that suggestion. My bearing basically fell apart in my hands. Not sure if I needed a belt or not, but it's worth replacing while you are tearing the thing apart. It took way longer to tear apart than to put back together. The parts and prices from PartsSelect were perfect. The parts were received in 4 business days as they said and were perfect replacement parts.

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12 of 14 people found this instruction helpful

Parts Used:
Level of Difficulty: A Bit Difficult
Time to do repair: 1- 2 hours
Tools: Screw drivers
Customer: Gary from MARTINEZ, GA

Dryer overheat & shutoff

I reviewed the video instructions on the website; these were invaluable to understand the task. Since the dryer drum had to be removed to replace the thermostat, it was prudent to replace the drive belt at disassembly. Great job on the videos to see the extra effort required to install the new belt around the tensioner pulley while supporting the drum. I will use this site again when a need arises, because they are quick to ship the ordered part(s) and help the DIY handyman make repairs via the videos.

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17 of 29 people found this instruction helpful

Parts Used:
Level of Difficulty: Easy
Time to do repair: 30 - 60 mins
Tools: Nutdriver, Pliers, Screw drivers
Customer: CHARLES from MORGANTON, NC

Drum bearing failed

took two screws off the front. They were behind the door. These screws held the top on. Lifted top off and took two screws from the frame holding the front door and panel on. Disconnected three wires and removed front panel. Laid dryer over on right side and removed four screws from bottom and back,two from control panel and removed left side.lifted drum out and removed belt. Removed nut cap and idler pulley wheel. Replaced same. removed three screws holding screen and rear drum bearing to drum. Replaced same. Removed electric heat coils from back and removed receiver for rear drum bearing. Replaced same. Put everything back in reverse order. Works better than new!!

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Parts Used:
  • Drive Belt
Level of Difficulty: Really Easy
Time to do repair: 15 - 30 mins
Tools: Screw drivers
Customer: Brad from Laguna Niguel, CA

The belt borke after 10 years of use.

1st - removed the two screws inside the front door panel. They are somewhat hidden up underneath so you may have to look for them. 2nd - I removed the top of the dryer cabinet by lifting it out of the clips holding it in place. 3rd - removed the two screws (one on each side) in the o=uppper corner of where the side panels connect the front panel. These are about 3/4" phillips head screws. Then the front panel could be moved to one side of the dry. 4th - remove the drum by lifting it up and out the open top area. 5th - add the new belt to the dryer tub (rib side towards the drum) and replace dryer tub to its original position. 6th - reaching in underneath the tub you need to pull the ideler pulley toward the center of the cabinet while laying the belt on the "outer side" of the ideler pulley and at the same time fitting the belt over the small pulley located on the motor. Once that is done, you reassemble in reverse order and should be good to go.

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18 of 35 people found this instruction helpful

Parts Used:
Level of Difficulty: A Bit Difficult
Time to do repair: 1- 2 hours
Tools: Nutdriver, Pliers, Screw drivers, Socket set
Customer: billy from kissimmee, FL

Noise in drum

i took the front load dryer apart found the parts that were bad ordered the parts which were a snap at partsselect at first i thought it would be tuff to put back together but the site has good pictures i put the dryer back together but had a tuff time with the belt after i watched a video it went right together i found that taking pictures with my cell phone while taking things apart helped a lot when putting it back together all in all im proud of myself i didnt think i could do it but i did and the dryer works great i will be using the site again i used it a few months ago for my washer it it worked great too!!

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13 of 20 people found this instruction helpful

Parts Used:
Level of Difficulty: Easy
Time to do repair: 15 - 30 mins
Tools: Screw drivers
Customer: Randall from Zelienople, PA

Belt squealed

The diagrams on the Parts Select web site is what made it easy for me. I could see from the diagram how the dryer was assembled. I removed the two screws holding the top on then separated the front apart from the drum. I did have to remove the panel in the back where the power connects to access the drive pulley and belt tensioner. I slid the old belt off and simply reversed the procedure for the new one. Put it back together and it runs beautifully.

I also installed a new door gasket with no tools. Now it does not leak lint from the fronf door.

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8 of 12 people found this instruction helpful

Parts Used:
Level of Difficulty: Easy
Time to do repair: 30 - 60 mins
Tools: Screw drivers, Socket set, Wrench (Adjustable)
Customer: Thomas from Long Beach, CA

Dryer becoming increasing noisy and vibrating

First remove top cabinet panel by removing two small screws under door recess; then swing up lid and remove from hinged area at the rear. Once top panel is removed, remove the front panel and door assembly by removing two attach screws securing front panel to dryer cabinet. Swing the front panel down and remove from two base hinge points. Slightly lift the front of the dryer drum and wedge some rolled up newspaper between drum and frame to provide access to get your hands through to the idler pulley and motor area. Remove the belt form the motor & idler pulley; then slide the drum out of the cabinet to gain access to the idler pulley. Remove nut securing idler pulley from bracket and remove and replace with new part. Reverse the process to complete the installation.

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