Things You Will Need
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Unplug the washer and turn off the water faucets.
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Disconnect the water hoses and the drain hose and pull the washer away from the wall, leaving yourself enough room to work behind the appliance.
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Lay an old towel down to kneel on and soak up any water that leaks from the hoses.
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Remove the rear access panel.
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Locate the motor. The rubber drive belt goes around a pulley wheel attached to the motor.
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Press on the belt. If it gives more than ¾ inch or so, it needs to be tightened.
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Loosen the mounting nut for the motor and push the entire motor to increase the tension on the belt.
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Hold the motor in place and tighten the mounting nut.
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Make sure you don't tighten the belt too much or it will break. You should be able to press on it and feel it give just slightly.
The Drip Cap
- How to Tighten a Washing Machine Belt.
- Disconnect the water hoses and the drain hose and pull the washer away from the wall, leaving yourself enough room to work behind the appliance.
- Loosen the mounting nut for the motor and push the entire motor to increase the tension on the belt.