Speed Queen belt

[Boman]

Model - AWN412SP111TW01

How much slack should be in the belt on this machine? This one seems awful loose. Complaint was no spin sometimes with large loads. There is belt debris indicating a worn belt for whatever reason. I intend to remove the belt to measure it (30 1/4" ?) and check the pump for any obstruction. There does not seem to be any adjustment on it, no sliders or anything, so I assume the tension/idler pulley comes into play here?

[jeff1]

I intend to remove the belt to measure it (30 1/4" ?)

Belt...

897 Belt length 28 3/4”, width 1/2”, characteristics, small “v”- shaped (http://www.repairclinic.com/referral.asp?R=153&N=964125)


There does not seem to be any adjustment on it, no sliders or anything, so I assume the tension/idler pulley comes into play here?

The idler pulley and spring keep tension on the belt.

898

http://www.applianceaid.com/amana-speed-queen-washer-help.php#belt


How much slack should be in the belt on this machine? This one seems awful loose.

It will appear loose and tighten itself as needed.

jeff.

[Boman]

Yeah I thought it worked like a Maytag as far as tightening. I guess the thing for me to do is measure the belt to see if it is a little too long. Along with checking the pump and tension pulley and spring.

Seems like a lot of hassle to get a belt off....for a lazy person.

[jeff1]

Seems like a lot of hassle to get a belt off

Yes, it is overly complicated!


for a lazy person

LOL....even worse ;)

jeff.

[Boman]

Took another look at this machine yesterday before I almost took it to the curb.
Anyway, the pulley on the motor shaft looks like it is slipping barely moving the tub/basket in spin cycle. Is this pulley a press fit? Got a set screw? I'm betting it requires another motor assembly? (My luck)

[jeff1]

Only comes with the motor.

916 LINK> Drive motor assembly with pulley, 2 speed (http://www.repairclinic.com/referral.asp?R=153&N=1055092)

I have not seen a set screw or pin...so it looks to be pressed on.

jeff.

[Boman]

Kinda sneaky of 'em. Hmm, might do some experimenting with this thing.

What sixe torx driver does it take to get the pump off?

Might try a heat sink and a little brazing on this thing. Depending to what the pulley is made of. Then take it to the scrap yard.

[jeff1]

T20 torx I believe.

jeff.

[Boman]

Can't seem to reach the screws. That or someone has changed them.

[jeff1]

You have the motor and pump off? Not much room to try with that in place between the pump and base.

jeff.

[Boman]

I did have it off. I measured the belt. It should be okay. Not sure about the belt debris that I saw. Maybe just wear over time. No way would I try to braze it unless I have it off the machine and the pump removed. I would have to have a heat sink at the motor itself before trying to braze. Just a thought.

[jeff1]

Those belts are bad for just exploding apart.
If you keep the washer, replace the belt for better long term reliability.

jeff.