How hard is it to change a dryer belt?

[commander bunnypants]

I am attempting this weekend.

Little help here....

DDQM

[FireHeart]

1. It's not hard...but...

You'd better have the manual handy. The belt has to be torqued to a specific setting...else it will either wear too quickly or it will squeal to high heaven. Torque wrenches are cheap and easy to use.

Lots of people replace their fan/a/c belts on their cars without knowing the proper tension--and this can cause all kinds of problems a bit down the road.

Just my opinion. I might be wrong. :)

On Edit: I forgot to mention. A too tight motor belt can cause excessive wear and tear on your dryer motor. Be cautious.

[Mistress Quickly]

2. not too hard

but as said, have your manual, keep up with the screws, and make sure you get the right size belt. I did it a few weeks ago, and if I can...

[tinnyguy1777]

3. Shouldnt be too hard------

Finding and removing the screws that hold the top on, maybe the hardest part, or if you're lucky, you may be able to access the drum from the back. Some units have an "Idler wheel" that automatically will adjust to the new belt by providing the right amount of tension. I dont think a torque wrench will be needed. This is'nt rocket science. Take your time and it should be a pleasant learning experience.

[tridim]

5. Gawd yes!

I had to take apart my washing machine last year, sans manual. It took me an hour to figure out how to get inside the thing. There were little tabs buried under the seams that you had to press with a putty knife. Those washing machine engineers sure are tricky!

[bratcatinok]

4. If you run into any trouble

PM me since my fiance is the Maytag man (as well as Whirlpool, Frigidaire, GE, Kenmore, etc.) Talk about a man who's handy to have around the house! He even fixed my hair dryer when it died on me.


And he can cook too!

[dweller]

6. what brand?

many manuals are online, with instructions to repair yourself. I recently repaired my icemaker with online docs.

here's an example:
http://www.american-appliance.com/service_pages/wp_dry/replacebeltdry.htm

just look for your brand, etc.

good luck
dp

[bratcatinok]

7. Here's the Whirlpool official site

http://www.servicematters.com/default.htm

[pscot]

8. I did it, so it can't be too hard

As I recall it wasn't that big a deal. The hardest part was turning the dryer upside down so I could get at it. (joke)

[trackfan]

9. It depends on the dryer...

mine is one of those stackable washer-dryer units, and, while the instructions were fairly easy to follow, the execution was a bit difficult because of the small space. In the end though, it was very satisfying not to have to pay a repairman.

www.repairclinic.com is a good source

[beyurslf]

10. Not hard at all.

I call my dad and he comes out and wow it's done. if that fails, a call to sears is in order :) Sorry can't help you there.

[Robb]

11. It takes THREE freepers, one to...

...hope you got some real help. :)