How Do You Tighten A Washing Machine Belt?
The washer isn’t spinning, spins too slowly, or is making an awful squealing sound. What to do? Step 1 Unplug the washer and turn off the water faucets. Step 2 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. Step 3 Lay an old towel down to kneel on and soak up any water that leaks from the hoses. Step 4 Remove the rear access panel. Step 5 Locate the motor. The rubber drive belt goes around a pulley wheel attached to the motor. Step 6 Press on the belt. If it gives more than ¾ inch or so, it needs to be tightened. Step 7 Loosen the mounting nut for the motor and push the entire motor to increase the tension on the belt. Step 8 Hold the motor in place and tighten the mounting nut. Step 9 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.
