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WMA 30 belt is shifting




By thiof2000 on Jun 14, 2008

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hi guys.
i put back the belt quite easily but as soon as I starts a wash cycle, at the first spin the belt goes half way on the big pulley.
it seems like the belt is not plumb but i have no more room on the drive thread to bring it plumb.
should i just get a new washing machine.
this thing as always made huge noise on fast spin. been left by previous owner!

Solution #1

posted on Jun 15, 2008
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bearings are shagged, scrap it!!!
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Solution #2

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It does sound like bearings... check your owners manual fo warranty info.. the rear bearing is part of the outter tub and some of those have a 10 year warrwnty.....

Solution #3

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definately sounds like the bearings have gone causing the pully to be out of line with the motor, sounds like a good time to buy a new machine!!
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Solution #4

posted on Jun 15, 2008
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Hi there!

It does rather sound like it's on it's last legs doesn't it...poor old thing.

It sounds like the drum bearings are worn. This will cause it to tip forward - and the main drive wheel will be at an angle.

Try lifting the drum up to check for play between inner wash drum and outer static part.

It could be the bearings are ok, but the bearing housing is worn.

By being noisy - I would expect bearings, dampers and motor to be on their way out.

I can price bearings for you if you tell me the model, and your nearest city.

(If this has helped in solving your problem - please rate as fixya as we operate a 'brownie points' system for free answers)

Thanks.
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