FIXED LDG8704AAE Maytag dryer belt rubbing on motor pulley

[RogerMA]

Model Number

LDG8704AAE

Brand

Maytag

Age

More than 10 years

I recently replaced the belt on a 1990's Maytag gas dryer. I'm pretty sure I did it correctly, but the belt as it leaves the idler pulley is rubbing on the motor pulley, as shown in the photo. I replaced the rollers, but that didn't make a difference (photo was taken after the new rollers were installed). The drum turns, but there's a squeaking noise, and I suspect the belt will quickly wear out. The belt is brand new and marked as an OEM part, so it shouldn't be stretched out. Any ideas or suggestions would be welcome.

 

[jeff1]

Hi,

Belt should be drive belt WPY312959.
Flat side to the drum.
Make sure the belt has not slipped into the groove on the drum as that will put slack on the belt.

jeff sr.

 

[RogerMA]

Thank you! I had the right part and the right side down, but I did have it in the groove -- I guess I assumed that was what the groove was for. With the belt out of the groove it looks like your picture (though not as clean) and is no longer rubbing.

Many thanks for the assistance.

 

[jeff1]

it looks like your picture (though not as clean)

LOL!

and is no longer rubbing.

Glad to hear that was all it was.

Happy we could help,

jeff sr.