WASHER FIX FOUND
We have an old washer that stopped turning on the wash cycle. Although the rinse cycle was still okay. We decided to move the washer out of the garage since it was not working anyway. Accidentally, the washer drive belt was found laying and broken as I tipped over the washer while using a dolly. I did a quick search for the Westinghouse part number but was able to get a Frigidaire part number instead. Either ways the part I ordered online matched. The item was delivered via USPS within the weeks time. Followed the instructions online on how to gain access to the front of the washer. It was so easy. It took me longer time to locate a good enough screw driver to remove the bottom 2 screws of the washer. After the screws were out, the front panel cover slid up and out to expose the drum and the bottom section of the washer. Slipped the drive belt in on both spindles , over the tensioner and I was done. Closed the front cover, screwed in the two bottom screws and I was ready to go...
Tappan washer belt replacement
If your washer seems to be running slower than you remembered or if it occasionally stops agitating or spinning then this belt may be your problem. The rubber will become glazed over and start slipping first. You will notice the washer may also make more noise while it washes. That means the motor is working too hard and the belt may now have cracks in it. Fixing the problem may be as easy as replacing this belt. I have a 1995 Tappan-White-Westinghouse large capacity washer and it took me about 10 minutes to remove the old belt - maybe 5 to replace it and about the same time to remove and replace the front panel. I would unplug the unit first and get a good Phillips head screwdriver. That's all you need to complete this repair job. You don't even need to move the washer.
First open the washer lid, and if you can manage, pull upward very hard on the top of the washer from inside the clothes opening to undo the two clips that anchor it to the front panel. Support the washer top...
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Heres a tip for your novices out there. When you need a part for your washer or dryer, go to V&V Appliance.com and find what you need. Copy and past the part number in amazon and it will show you the same product but WAY cheaper, same part, cheaper...
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