WP691366 Whirlpool Dryer Idler Pulley Assembly
The Dryer Idler Pulley maintains correct tension on the drive belt to spin the drum. It also helps the belt rotate the drum and attaches to the idler pulley wheel. If your dryer will not start or tumble, takes too long to dry, or is noisy during operation, replacing the idler pulley may alleviate these issues. To access the part, you'll go in through the lint screen to remove the front panel. If you have the type of dryer with two front panels, you'll use a putty knife to pop off the smaller panel and a screwdriver to loosen the screws (do not remove completely - just loosen them enough to get the panel off) on the larger panel. Replacing this part will require basic hand tools, some disassembly of the dryer and novice repair experience. You must unplug the appliance or shut off the house circuit breaker before installing this part.
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 maintains correct tension on the drive belt to spin the drum. It also helps the belt rotate the drum and attaches to the idler pulley wheel. If your dryer will not start or tumble, takes too long to dry, or is noisy during operation, replacing the idler pulley may alleviate these issues. To access the part, you'll go in through the lint screen to remove the front panel. If you have the type of dryer with two front panels, you'll use a putty knife to pop off the smaller panel and a screwdriver to loosen the screws (do not remove completely - just loosen them enough to get the panel off) on the larger panel. Replacing this part will require basic hand tools, some disassembly of the dryer and novice repair experience. You must unplug the appliance or shut off the house circuit breaker before installing this part.
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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1. Carefully unplug the dryer's power cord from the wall outlet and shut off the gas valve (if applicable).
2. Remove the lint filter, then remove the top panel of your dryer by unscrewing the screws that secure it to the back wall.
3. Pull firmly on the door switch wires to disconnect them from the dryer's control board.
4. Move the drum forward slightly and unplug the wires connected to the drum motor.
5. Pull the belt off the motor and idler pulley assembly, then loosen the tensioner screw to remove the idler pulley assembly.
6. Secure the new WP691366 Whirlpool Dryer Idler Pulley Assembly to the bracket on the back of the dryer, ensuring that it is properly positioned.
7. Reattach the belt to the motor and idler pulley and tighten the tensioner screw.
8. Reconnect the wires to the drum motor and door switch wires.
9. Replace the top panel of the dryer and secure with screws, then replace and secure the lint filter.
10. Plug the power cord back into the wall outlet and turn on the gas valve (if applicable).
11. Test the operation of the dryer before replacing any additional parts that were removed during the installation.
Please keep in mind, these instructions are for general guidance and should always be used in conjunction with the manufacturer's manual, if available.
2. Remove the lint filter, then remove the top panel of your dryer by unscrewing the screws that secure it to the back wall.
3. Pull firmly on the door switch wires to disconnect them from the dryer's control board.
4. Move the drum forward slightly and unplug the wires connected to the drum motor.
5. Pull the belt off the motor and idler pulley assembly, then loosen the tensioner screw to remove the idler pulley assembly.
6. Secure the new WP691366 Whirlpool Dryer Idler Pulley Assembly to the bracket on the back of the dryer, ensuring that it is properly positioned.
7. Reattach the belt to the motor and idler pulley and tighten the tensioner screw.
8. Reconnect the wires to the drum motor and door switch wires.
9. Replace the top panel of the dryer and secure with screws, then replace and secure the lint filter.
10. Plug the power cord back into the wall outlet and turn on the gas valve (if applicable).
11. Test the operation of the dryer before replacing any additional parts that were removed during the installation.
Please keep in mind, these instructions are for general guidance and should always be used in conjunction with the manufacturer's manual, if available.
