Dryer Repair- Replacing the Multi Rib Belt (Whirlpool Part

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Dryer Repair- Replacing the Multi Rib Belt (Whirlpool Part

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This particular Multi Rib Belt is specific to Whirlpool manufactured brands including Admiral, Estate, Inglis, Kenmore, KitchenAid, Roper, Maytag, Crosley, Jenn-Air, Hardwick, Magic Chef, Amana, Glenwood, and Caloric. To find a Multi Rib Belt specific to your model, visit www.PartSelect.com
If your dryer is having any of these symptoms, then replacing the Multi Rib Belt could solve your appliance problem.
1) Dryer drum stopped turning but fan still blows
PartSelect Part Number: PS346995
Whirlpool OEM Part Number: 341241
Tools used for this repair/replacement:
1) 5/16" Nut Driver
2) Phillips Screw Driver
3) Putty Knife
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@partselect Жыл бұрын

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@SuperCapsfan101 4 жыл бұрын

This was my first time doing this. I watched 3 videos on the subject, and yours was the most helpful! I'm sure you saved me at least $150 service call. I spent $10.00 on the part, and when I cleaned out the lint under the drum, I found almost $4.00 in change! So thank you!

@eddiehancock4728 3 жыл бұрын

Did you have enough?

@anitaknight8235 2 жыл бұрын

LOL..... Me too!

@weesi11976 2 жыл бұрын

Lol! You almost got your Money back. Ha!

@chrisdodds6657 10 ай бұрын

Ten bucks! I spent fifty!

@aresident7745 2 күн бұрын

@@chrisdodds6657 50?! i've spent almost a year listening to mine squeal. i'd pay $100 easily but that's just 2024 for ya, everything seems to have gone from $10 to $100 overnight.

@davesmith9417 Жыл бұрын

First timer here; thank you for the detailed explanation and the money savings. Did it for $17 bucks and working great. You should also let people know based on the age of their dryer to clean and vacuum it out really good while open. Mine was filthy, but this should be self explanatory when any person looks in and sees all that dust and crud:)

@partselect Жыл бұрын

Great points, and thanks for watching! Glad it was able to save you some $$$!

@blackrifle6736 Жыл бұрын

*The dust bunnies shall not escape from the wrath of the ShopVac. Cheers!*

@chelseydonahue2153 6 ай бұрын

Totally agree mine too

@johnegee2552 4 ай бұрын

We got the dryer used I found $4.87 in it and a diamond that I don't know if it's real mine was filthy

@randiradcliff8701 Ай бұрын

I've had this very model for twenty years, and replaced the drive belt four times, yet I always forget how to run the belt round the pulleys. Your video, at the four-minute mark, gave me that crucial refresher. Thanks.

@patriotsoldier76 11 жыл бұрын

It was thirty minutes till quitting time and also my wife's birthday. I got the dryer up and running and home in time to not dissapoint my wife because of this video. God bless you for your help. Thanks a million.

@kristophermillerrap8327 Жыл бұрын

Thank you, you just saved me from buying a new dryer or calling a repair man. What would have been $500 plus, only cost me $20, and the time it took to watch this video. Many thanks.

@devildocque7665 Ай бұрын

Facts

@armandohuizar6164 10 жыл бұрын

I have to admit this gentlemen is quite a repairman. Made my repairs seem so simple. Thank you Steve.

@partselect 10 жыл бұрын

Very nice of you to say so! Thanks, Armando!

@katherinewolfe 7 жыл бұрын

I really appreciated the good view of the pulley and hub. My belt was torn clean through, so it wasn't obvious how everything fit together. Nice to be able to fix my dryer myself - thanks!

@cranstonsnord-mw3kv Ай бұрын

Searched several videos to find out how to do this. So many videos are like 20 minutes long, where the guy spends half the time introducing himself and looking for tools. This video gets down to the job, is systematic, and is presented professionally. Others should watch this to see how to make a video. Well done!

@marcusurioste4096 3 ай бұрын

Great video. Helped me immensely when the pulley assembly popped off and I thought the belt had broken. One pro tip. When I was on the floor and the dryer drum was resting on my shoulder I used one of those squishy yoga blocks to support the front of the drum. Perfect height. Made it an easy one person job.

@golf4fame 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! Because it is a Labor Day weekend, I contacted several people, ready to pay up to $100, and not one of them replied to me. Knowing I would have to wait at least 2 days with stinky clothes, I decided to look on KZfaq and do it myself. I found yours and that Whirlpool is very close to mine and the only problem I had was getting the front cover back on, a few hard paper-cut like scratches by holding that, but I eventually got it! All thanks to you!

@johnegee2552 4 ай бұрын

You did a great job with the explanation of the installation of this belt it took 30 minutes for me to take apart the dryer completely and clean it put the new belt on and put it back together thank you so much for your wonderful video

@madi-mp Жыл бұрын

Didn’t have a clue on how to do any of this and was determined to figure it out without having to call someone to help. Thank you!!

@freckled__face8794 15 сағат бұрын

13yo video saving the day there old school! Me and my family appreciate you!

@kathleennolan5750 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for these easy to follow directions - concise and precise that even this 70 year old woman could change the broken belt on my kitchenaid dryer - thanks, I'm back in business again, although, I enjoyed hanging wash for a little while, lol

@olafsaavedra693 11 ай бұрын

Same here! This was an excellent video. Super friendly user. My belt was only $15.00 bucks! No tech required... Thank You!!

@KyngMedia 6 ай бұрын

Man.. THANK YOU! This video made it so easy to fix our dryer. Spent $17 at hardware store to buy the belt instead of $150 for a used dryer. 1 million views means you have saved people MILLIONS of dollars with this tutorial. Thanks again!

@dukeman7595 3 жыл бұрын

Of course after I tore the back off the dryer and ruined some other parts, I found your video showing how simple it is to change this belt. Knowing how is 90% of the work, you have no idea how dumb I'm feeling at the moment. Thank you for the wisdom!

@todduf1 3 жыл бұрын

I did the same thing.

@tman3036 2 жыл бұрын

Same

@REDDFALCONER68 2 жыл бұрын

Same here also👋🏼

@RottnRobbie Жыл бұрын

Just wanted to say thank you for having such clear and complete instructions. I did a search on KZfaq, and watched several videos on how to replace a broken belt. Different models, different brand names, but essentially the same job on video after video. Yours was the fifth one I watched, but was the only one to mention which side of the belt goes towards the drum, and had the clearest and best lit view of the idler/tensioner installation.

@koreyphan Жыл бұрын

Best video to watch for dryer belt replacement. Thank you so much for he clear video. I didn’t know how to wrap the belt around the pulley until i wAtched your video!

@blackrifle6736 Жыл бұрын

*Steve: Thank you for another superb presentation towards restoring my LGR7646. It's decades older than one shown but the guts are all the same since 1966. Cheers!*

@user-cr8ts7wq7v 5 ай бұрын

Thank you! Replaced the belt on my Whirlpool WED7000DW2 (Cabrio) dryer following these instructions. I especially appreciate the details about how to properly route the belt around the idler pulley and how to tension it during replacement. This was actually covered incorrectly in another video. Good advice on not letting the screws fall, but my clips into which those screws went would also pop off when replacing the front - but can be grabbed with a little finagling. This made the process pleasant.

@user-qc6kc6bd7u 2 жыл бұрын

Replaced my belt today! This video was easily the most helpful. Especially appreciate the lack of unnecessary filler in your video

@WebOfTwilight 2 жыл бұрын

The belt on our dryer broke clean through and my dad and I had to get a new one. We were able to fix it by watching your video. Thanks so much!

@partselect 2 жыл бұрын

Glad it helped!

@tomburby 2 жыл бұрын

This is excellent. I have been a teacher for 36 years and this man knows how to say just enough and show you just enough to make this a very easy job indeed. Thank you!

@DavidManvell 6 жыл бұрын

This video helped immensely. My Whirlpool dryer has a slightly different configuration however I got it to work. The white pulley Down Below on my Whirlpool does not exist. Instead there is a metal piece sort of in the shape of a crescent. It took me a bit to figure it out but basically you create a small Loop with the belt and push it through the metal tensioner below the crescent and wrap the loop around the motor. I also did not undo the connector to the front door I just pushed it off to the side with it still connected.

@catwomanfromthemoon5498 4 жыл бұрын

My blond self thought the wheel broke. I took the drum out and went looking for it. Eventually I figured it out though. Go me! LOL!

@tomm5256 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video. You just saved me $160 OR delayed my purchase of a new dryer. I watched this three times and felt like an expert.

@llsmith61 3 жыл бұрын

You adorable man! Used you about 5 years ago and it happened again today and I dialed you up and started working. Last time it was easy to find the replacement belt. Today I couldn’t locate one. Had to order on line. When ordering it asked if I wanted the 3 piece kit or just the belt. Since this dryer is almost 20 years old I decided to go ahead with the 3 piece kit😁 Wish me luck

@yeahyeahyeahudah 10 жыл бұрын

awesome vid. Helped me fix my dryer in 10 mins!!! you can tell this guy is for real. just watch how he unscrews the screws from the top of the dryer. that's a man that has been unscrewing for his whole life!

@partselect 10 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the compliment about Steve. He's been in the appliance repair field for over 30 years and we're quite proud to have access to his skills and knowledge.

@SunshineTokin420Rainbows Жыл бұрын

I raised 5 kids with a wringer washer & clotheslines. So your videos are great. I am able to help my autistic son replace our dryer belt and lower felt band.

@KevonLindenberg 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the video. I had the tensioner pulley come off of my drum while doing a manual inspection for lost socks and spent a good hour messing around in the back before coming across your video. Next time I'll look for the video first.

@wakkowarner4288 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this vid, I have a 1998 KEYS750 and her belt broke the other day. Ordered genuine belt + idler. When I took everything apart, the cause for belt fail was obvious.. the generic plain (non-rotating) idler! Your vid let me take mine down to where I could replace it all, and she's drying her first post-fix load right now. Thanks for saving me the $ and inconvenience of having to get a repair person out here! I used a broom handle on top of the dryer with twine looped around the front of the drum, to hold everything in place while I threaded the belt and then hung the door frame. She runs so smooth and quiet now! (she came with the house, I didn't know about the duff idler on it)

@KougyokuGentou 6 ай бұрын

Thank you for this video, you just saved me a bunch of money on repairing my dryer. My idler roller popped loose, and my dryer disassembled exactly the way you described in your video. From there it was easy to put the idler back in position and realign the belt. The hardest part was getting the drum back on there, but thankfully i had help!

@davidhertzog5145 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Steve. I ordered the parts for both my washer and dryer from your company. Your videos are spot on easy to follow and extremely helpful. Instead of spending 1100.00$ for a combo set..It cost me only 230$ in parts to rebuild both! Thank you so much for your expertise

@barbarakluver8792 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you so very much for creating this! I just finished replacing my dryer belt after watching your video! I love doing things for myself and it is so very nice that people share their knowledge of "how to".

@scottnelsonsmith 7 жыл бұрын

Your video covered everything. Unfortunately, I didn't pay attention to your instructions to _lift_ the front panel when removing, and I snapped the clips. After replacing those everything went well. My wife helped with putting the front panel back on; made it very easy. I'm impressed w/ the completeness and efficiency of your video; you provide exactly what is needed w/ no redundant commentary or other distractions. My only recommendation to others is simply to pay attention to everything in the video and you shouldn't have any problems at all. Excellent work, thank you.

@RickKiphut 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this vid. Helped me get my dryer back up and running (drying). The teenage girls in the house are very happy.

@exceleratorjoshua 3 жыл бұрын

This man helped me fix my old whirlpool for less than 10 bucks. Cant thank you enough my friend.

@joea7876 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this video, I was ready to go buy a new drier, but instead, got this one fixed for under 10 bucks. Couldn't have done it without your help. The hardest part was that door switch harness...GOTTA be an easier way to get that apart...really frustrating. Other than that...piece of cake! Thank you!

@mr.gutwrench 11 жыл бұрын

Steeeevvvvee, You are the Man!! I had my ass handed to me by a clothes dryer. Was going about it all wrong, getting nowhere. You and your putty knife trick, and the two screws under the lint screen,Wow, nothing to it the way you do it. Wish I'd seen your video before I started. Thank You Man.

@daveonley3066 10 ай бұрын

Thank you for this video. So easy to follow. I used a little block of wood to prop up the drum while I put the belt on the roller. This saved me the purchase of a new dryer.

@MrRickyrock29 12 жыл бұрын

7 minute video just saved me 2 weeks of laundy-mat time while the "warranty guys" did the same thing I did in 10 minutes. Thanks guys for the help!!

@Imzadi128 3 жыл бұрын

Putty knife...butter knife - Tomatoes...tomahtoes. LOL Very clear and simple instructions. My grandson and I were able to replace the belt ourselves. We didn't have it quite so easy disconnecting the plug inside the machine but other than that it was a breeze. Thank you for the instructions can't wait to replace the auger motor on my ice maker with your instructions.

@HeyitsthatgirlAshley 2 жыл бұрын

I appreciate the time you took to share this with everyone who needs some better instruction. The video was helpful and straight to the point. The video angles we're good also I was able to see everything the way I would if I was standing next to you. Thank you sir!

@iplaysdrums 8 жыл бұрын

i love how clean everything is in this video! we just moved into our new home yesterday, and the washer and dryer came with the house. the dryer had been making some really terrible noises, and i was just thinking i needed to open it up when the noises stopped. and the drum stopped turning. i instantly figured it was the belt, and when i opened it up, the belt had indeed snapped. it looked like it had been wearing for quite a while, as there was black dust EVERYWHERE in addition to the regular dust and lint that typically build up in a unit that's been neglected for who knows how long. my belt should arrive in a couple of days, and it looks like it should be a straightforward repair. thanks for the video!

@phillipmorgan1614 Жыл бұрын

Best video I found! Took no time to replace! Thank you!!

@marybullinger7321 2 жыл бұрын

Many Thanks to you Sir. I just replaced my dryer belt. You make it look so easy. I struggled somewhat but I followed instruction and was determined to get it done, and did it!!. Thanks again!

@marybullinger7321 2 жыл бұрын

Now, I've got to replace my motor pulley. That was the problem, because my belt kept slipping off. Shouldn't be a problem though. Thanks again.

@inma0014 8 ай бұрын

Thank you good sir! Was quoted 200 to have someone come out to fix. No issues following along and I got the new belt on pretty easily with your instructions. Total cost to me was about $15 for the new belt and 20 minutes of my time. Thanks!

@milesanthony7577 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you! 💯💪🏾 this was definitely a blessing finding your video. Our dryer lives and that connector was not coming apart. I end up pushing pins holding the wires on the dryer frame out. Other than that it was ezie peezie!!!

@michaelbyrne4432 4 жыл бұрын

It's 2020 and this video from 9 years ago helped me out big time. Thanks!

@laceyfagan2062 2 жыл бұрын

2022 here and it helped me!!!

@nomandad2000 Жыл бұрын

2023!

@kennethgoforth809 4 жыл бұрын

No; I'd rather be thanking you for making then sharing this video you sir are a life savior to me.

@silvercutter 10 ай бұрын

Thank you! Explicit. Gentle. Wise. Nicely paced. Clear camera work. 5 stars.

@krshamrock2 Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much, I was able to put the new belt on, took me 10 minutes! Very appreciative that people like you put videos on here to help folks!

@jjuneau1976 6 жыл бұрын

This was great. I turned on my dryer this morning and it sounded like a garbage truck.. lol. It was full of rocks, coins and even a half a pencil. I learned everything I needed from your videos. Easy fix. Thanks so so much!!

@MrRawness81 12 жыл бұрын

This video saved me time and money.Feels good to do things on your own.

@alexandermakrianis Жыл бұрын

This video was extremely helpful, I had a replace a dryer belt and needed a little guidance. Very detailed and not over complicated. Thanks.

@DisHammerhand 3 жыл бұрын

Belt just broke on my dryer. Popped the hood and saw it like that. Thank you for the video! Gonna put the new one in when it arrives.

@ricardobravo1509 2 жыл бұрын

I just fixed my dryer thanks to your video. I also watched few other videos and knew that yours would be the one that helped me out and it did. Thanks for the great explanation and saving me money.

@jaybaker8040 19 күн бұрын

Very helpful repair walkthrough! Thanks! My replacement belt was $18 at Lowes.

@toddimdieke5667 6 ай бұрын

Thanks for the clear instructions & good video. This saved me over $100. I got the belt for 9 bucks & found $7.20 in change in the front panel.😂

@peacockphoto1938 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome simple explanation. Followed your instructions & it was done in minutes. Thanks from a non-repairman!!

@dino24t 12 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this video. It took a while to find a video where the dryer mirrored my Admiral dryer setup & the way to disassemble it. Our tumbler stopped working & when I got into it the Idler Pulley was detached & sitting on the left side of the dryer. Thanks to this video I was able to reattach & put it back together. It was also helpful to mention the felt on the tumbler too when putting it back together. There were a couple spots where it had folded in on itself. Thanks Again!

@johnmiller732 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, if the belt and it's routing are broken, it can be puzzling how to put it back

@catwomanfromthemoon5498 4 жыл бұрын

Blond girl adventures in DIY: I didn't have the round white idler. I found a weird half metal one in my dryer, and ended up removing the drum and trying to hunt down a missing piece. Eventually I caught on and figured it out. The clear images and step by step instruction in this video are great, but I would have loved it if you'd included instructions on how to separate the dryer door switch. I couldn't get it apart, so I unscrewed the whole thing 'till the job was done. Front of the dryer was HARD to get back on. All that being said, you still saved me from paying a repair person; plus I found 76 cents. I still don't know where all the missing socks have gone though.

@dljh1964 7 жыл бұрын

Steve from Part Select: thanks! I changed the belt myself thanks to your thorough, step by step demonstration! THANK YOU!

@jeffreyb3081 6 ай бұрын

Was ready to go buy a new dryer. Your video helped me save hundreds of dollars-cost me $15. Thx

@hobocowboy 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for posting this helpful video. I've replaced a dryer belt before, but I could not figure out where the locking screws were. I would have never guessed the lint trap. 👍

@mikeevans7049 3 жыл бұрын

The dryer had been squeaking for some time. I had ordered the cheapo part from A***** so I had it close. Finally at 8:30 p.m. the wife says "I think it has gone". So I changed it with your help at 9:00 at night. Took about 30 minutes. Not bad. Thanks for the assist.

@sundberg39 11 жыл бұрын

Thank you. It's nice to have good lighting so I can see what your doing. Very informative and helpful.

@ericbusse4985 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! Wouldn't have been able to repair the dryer without your video. Much appreciated Sir!

@JohnSmith-by5ed 2 жыл бұрын

Exactly the video I needed, I went to take the back off like you would on any old dryer back in the day and it was completely encased and I didn't understand how I was supposed to get to the belt assembly cuz I didn't see any way to remove and access it. After watching this video took about 2 minutes to take apart.

@jerrysherman2743 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for your help. Very clear, non stressful instructions. Mission accomplished with very minor problems (little clips on door fell off - I taped them in place).

@rico_metaltail 9 жыл бұрын

You just saved me a lot of trips to the laundromat. When the motor ran and the dryer produced heat I knew it had to be something easy!

@reclusive99 Жыл бұрын

Great video, really helped in changing belt and saved labor cost. Appreciated 😊

@tuanphan7917 11 жыл бұрын

Thank you for such a wonderful video. I would not have done in without you. I just fixed my dryer because the idler pulley fell off. The belt is still good. Now I know how to fix it in case the belt brake. Thanks again.

@tomb8112 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video. I never worked on a dryer before but was able to replace the belt following your instructions. Figured I saved maybe $100 not having to call in a service person !

@user-vc8ge1cf1o 7 ай бұрын

Awesome! Love these videos. Made my wife super happy and saved my wallet. This guy is so straight to the point, easy explanation. Reminds me of working on projects with my Dad. Much appreciated! Keep making awesome videos and selling the right parts at a good price!

@siuhhharnett1790 4 ай бұрын

Thank you sir! I just did this thanks to your help! Also replaced latch assembly on my dishwasher last year thanks to your videos! Much appreciated !

@SunshineTokin420Rainbows Жыл бұрын

Didn't see the discount coupon till after I'd already placed my order, but I'm cool cuz getting the right parts and in less than Forty-Eight hours. Especially considering I didn't place the order till after 11 p.m. last night. Thanks to these videos, my autistic son is able to watch them at 2x speed, his norm, fully understanding it all. I will definitely be telling friends about you guys. 🌞💨🌈✌️

@robertcroce4449 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this fabulous video! It saved me time and money knowing that I could replace the broken belt myself, with your tutelage. The drum spins again!

@77Quan92 11 жыл бұрын

You are a LIFE SAVER!!!!! I just fixed my family's dryer just now! Thank you so much for this great tutorial!

@tracyTNtracy Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for this video. I tried watching a few others but the angle of the camera made it so their hands were blocking what they were doing. Yours was great!

@mrfaty323 5 жыл бұрын

After all these years this video is still helping out. Thank you guys!

@kweli05 4 жыл бұрын

Good video. I wish my dryer was this clean and shiny.

@timothyroome-traut8324 8 ай бұрын

Excellent visuals and instruction. Completed the repair in 30 minutes

@mb4lunch 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! It's been a while and my mind polluted with GE dryers (LOL!) This was totally awesome! Great camera angles and clarity! hats off! Thanks again.

@adamperts9404 6 күн бұрын

Thank you for the great tutorial. Had the dryer up and running in 10 mins

@MukaMayhem 9 күн бұрын

My dryer has been broken for over a month and I don't have the money to pay someone to repair it. I'll be buying the belt and attempting to do it myself with the help of this video wish me luck

@MukaMayhem 8 күн бұрын

I've successfully fixed my dryer 🥺🖤

@ruddyb9680 2 жыл бұрын

Your video save me to buy another dryer I was able to diagnose and fix my dryer. Thank you.

@tompriesmeyer639 10 ай бұрын

Thanks for the step by step video. Got the belt changed, and it's working great. Couldn't have done it without your help.

@Benjamin-vl7gt 2 жыл бұрын

Very helpful video. Saved me from spending $600 on a new dryer.

@maricleredpav4068 10 ай бұрын

2023 this video saved my grandfather's one thank you very muchachos

@kosieS 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much first time watcher first time fixer of a broken dryer belt. Simple basic and awesome video followed it step by step and fix was easy and quick 20min. Thanks so much

@Phil-nv8wo 8 ай бұрын

Fantastic video, never would have realized this job was sooo easy. It was like your demo model was my actual machine. Thank you very much.

@augdog1230 11 жыл бұрын

Thank You!!! This saved me a call to the repair person!! You have earned a subscriber for life!

@todduf1 3 жыл бұрын

I never have done this before. It turned out great. Thanks a lot.

@andyzedd3236 2 жыл бұрын

Steve, you absolutely crushed this repair video! You're the man!

@just5630 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! This was the best video I found. Easy to understand and very detailed, especially with the hardest part on aligning the belt on the pulleys. You saved me a lot of money on a service call, repairs or even replacing with a new dryer.