How Do You Replace A Drive Belt On A Washing Machine?
The drive belt on a washing machine helps to spin the inner shaft that controls the actual washing mechanisms. When malfunctioning or broken, the drive belt will fail to turn the inner shaft, and your washing machine will cease working. Replacing a drive belt on a washing machine at home will save you time and money. Move your washing machine away from the wall so that you may access its rear panel. Lean the machine slightly back to place a towel under its front edge. Then, lean the machine slightly forward to place a second towel under its back edge. Slowly slide the machine into an area in which you may freely access all sides of the washing machine. Open the washing machine’s back access panel on the appliance. Depending on the make and model of your washing machine, you may need a screwdriver to unscrew the screws that hold the panel up. Some washing machines also allow you to simply pop the panel door off by using steady pressure. Older washing machines may have the access panel l