How to Change a Dryer Drive Belt on a Kenmore Laundry Center

The Kenmore Laundry Center is a stacked washer and dryer combination unit designed to take up less space than traditional appliances. The dryer portion of the unit utilizes a drive belt that connects to the motor pulley and the drum. A broken drive belt prevents the drum from rotating. Swap out the failed belt with a new one to keep your Kenmore Laundry Center working correctly.

Phillips head screwdriver

Instructions

- 1
  Unplug the power cord before servicing the unit. Slide the unit away from the wall to access its backside.
- 2
  Remove the two screws that hold the rear dryer access panel in place. Swing the panel to the right to disconnect and remove it.
- 3
  Move the idler pulley toward the left to loosen the belt. Slide the belt off of the motor pulley.
- 4
  Remove the two screws that secure the front dryer panel to the sides of the cabinet.
- 5
  Disconnect the door switch connector.
- 6
  Remove the four screws that connect the front panel to the top panel. Lift the front panel off.
- 7
  Slide the belt off of the drum. Position the new belt around the drum.
- 8
  Hook the other end of the belt over the motor pulley. Move the idler arm to the right to tighten the belt.
- 9
  Replace the front panel. Reinstall the screws that hold it to the sides and top of the cabinet. Plug the door switch connector back into its socket.
- 10
  Replace the rear dryer access panel then reinstall the two screws that hold it in place.

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