How to Install a New Belt on a Frigidaire LEQ1442ESO Dryer

The Frigidaire LEQ1442ESO is a front-loading free-standing automatic dryer with multiple dry cycles. The tumbler drum is powered by the motor and pulley system. A belt connects the pulleys to the drum. Should the belt wear out or break, the dryer will not run correctly. Replace the broken belt with a new part to restore proper functionality to the Frigidaire automatic dryer.

Socket wrench
Phillips screwdriver
Putty knife

Instructions

- 1
  Unplug the dryer from the electrical outlet. Insert the putty knife along the seam between the front and top panels. Lift the putty knife up at the front corners to unhook the internal panel clips.
- 2
  Lift the top panel up. Rest the panel on the wall behind the Frigidaire dryer.
- 3
  Remove the screws fastening the front panel to the dryer cabinet. Unplug the wire connector leading to the front panel.
- 4
  Lift the front panel up to disconnect it from the dryer cabinet base. Set the panel aside.
- 5
  Loosen the bolt on the idler pulley with the socket wrench. Do not remove the bolt.
- 6
  Slide the belt off the pulleys and drum.
- 7
  Position the new belt around the drum and pulleys. Tighten the idler pulley bolt to restore belt tension.
- 8
  Replace the front panel. Reattach the electrical connector leading to the panel. Reinstall the screws that hold the panel to the LEQ1442ESO cabinet.
- 9
  Reposition the top panel onto the Frigidaire dryer. Press down on the top of the panel to hook the internal clips into place. Plug the dryer back in.

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