8547174V Whirlpool Dryer Idler Pulley
The Dryer Idler Pulley sits between the motor and the drum of the dryer, putting tension on the drive belt. If your iddler wheen no longer rotates the drum freely or makes a squeeking sound, replacing this part may alleviate the issue. Note that you'll need to reuse the spring from the existing pulley on the new part. Replacing this part will require no disassembly or repair experience. You must unplug the appliance or shut off the house circuit breaker before installing. Recommended Items: Also consider replacing the Drive Belt (item WP8547168) when the dryer is disassembled to complete this repair.
Part Specification
• This product is a Factory Certified Part. These three words represent quality parts and accessories designed specifically for your appliance. Time tested engineering that meets our strict quality specifications
• This product is a replacement part
• Package contains (1) Dryer Idler Pulley
• Tools Needed: Multi screwdriver, putty knife
Part Specification
• This product is a Factory Certified Part. These three words represent quality parts and accessories designed specifically for your appliance. Time tested engineering that meets our strict quality specifications
• This product is a replacement part
• Package contains (1) Dryer Idler Pulley
• Tools Needed: Multi screwdriver, putty knife
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The Dryer Idler Pulley sits between the motor and the drum of the dryer, putting tension on the drive belt. If your iddler wheen no longer rotates the drum freely or makes a squeeking sound, replacing this part may alleviate the issue. Note that you'll need to reuse the spring from the existing pulley on the new part. Replacing this part will require no disassembly or repair experience. You must unplug the appliance or shut off the house circuit breaker before installing. Recommended Items: Also consider replacing the Drive Belt (item WP8547168) when the dryer is disassembled to complete this repair.
Part Specification
• This product is a Factory Certified Part. These three words represent quality parts and accessories designed specifically for your appliance. Time tested engineering that meets our strict quality specifications
• This product is a replacement part
• Package contains (1) Dryer Idler Pulley
• Tools Needed: Multi screwdriver, putty knife
Part Specification
• This product is a Factory Certified Part. These three words represent quality parts and accessories designed specifically for your appliance. Time tested engineering that meets our strict quality specifications
• This product is a replacement part
• Package contains (1) Dryer Idler Pulley
• Tools Needed: Multi screwdriver, putty knife
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The following parts are replaced by this product
- 8547174
- W10007500
- DE7174
Replacing the Whirlpool 8547174V PULLEY-IDR
Step 1: Unplug the dryer’s power cord from the outlet.
Step 2: Remove the four screws on the top of the dryer that hold the top panel to the body of the dryer. Lift the top panel off and set it aside.
Step 3: You will find two screws at the back of the dryer that holds the front panel onto the dryer. Remove these screws.
Step 4: Slide the front panel of the dryer off and set it aside.
Step 5: The belt and pulley that were behind the front panel is how the drum of the dryer turned. Remove the belt from around the drum and the pulley wheel.
Step 6: Place the belt aside and remove the four screws that hold the old pulley wheel in place.
Step 7: Install the new Whirlpool 8547174V PULLEY-IDR in place of the old one.
Step 8: Re-attach the belt onto the drum and the pulley wheel.
Step 9: Re-install the front panel of the dryer. Secure it in place with the two screws.
Step 10: Re-attach the top panel of the dryer and secure it with the four screws.
Step 11: Plug the power cord back into the outlet and you are now finished!
Please keep in mind, these instructions are for general guidance and should always be used in conjunction with the manufacturer's manual, if available.
Step 1: Unplug the dryer’s power cord from the outlet.
Step 2: Remove the four screws on the top of the dryer that hold the top panel to the body of the dryer. Lift the top panel off and set it aside.
Step 3: You will find two screws at the back of the dryer that holds the front panel onto the dryer. Remove these screws.
Step 4: Slide the front panel of the dryer off and set it aside.
Step 5: The belt and pulley that were behind the front panel is how the drum of the dryer turned. Remove the belt from around the drum and the pulley wheel.
Step 6: Place the belt aside and remove the four screws that hold the old pulley wheel in place.
Step 7: Install the new Whirlpool 8547174V PULLEY-IDR in place of the old one.
Step 8: Re-attach the belt onto the drum and the pulley wheel.
Step 9: Re-install the front panel of the dryer. Secure it in place with the two screws.
Step 10: Re-attach the top panel of the dryer and secure it with the four screws.
Step 11: Plug the power cord back into the outlet and you are now finished!
Please keep in mind, these instructions are for general guidance and should always be used in conjunction with the manufacturer's manual, if available.
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