Description
🧾 Description
The WPW10205415 Dryer Drum Belt is a factory-certified OEM belt for dryers from brands such as Whirlpool, Samsung, Maytag, and others. It loops around the dryer drum and the drive motor pulley to enable the drum to rotate properly during drying. Reliable Parts+1
If your dryer motor runs but the drum does not turn, or you hear squealing or slipping noises from the drum area, the belt may be worn, stretched, cracked or broken. Replacing the belt with WPW10205415 will restore proper tumbling motion and help your dryer operate efficiently and safely. Part Advantage
⚠️ Note: Always disconnect power to your dryer before servicing. Confirm your exact dryer model number to ensure this belt is compatible. Lowe's Appliance Parts+1
⚙️ Features & Benefits
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✅ Genuine OEM part built to the manufacturer’s specifications for proper fit and longevity. Reliable Parts
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🔧 Drives the drum properly — ensures correct connection between motor pulley and drum so clothes tumble correctly. Home Depot Appliance Repair+1
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🧼 Eliminates slipping and drum mismatch — helps prevent the motor from spinning without the drum turning, reduces wear on drum support and motor.
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💡 Improves drying efficiency — with the drum turning as intended, clothes dry more evenly and in the expected time.
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🔧 DIY-friendly installation — can often be replaced with basic tools; instructions available online. Reliable Parts
⚠️ Common Symptoms
Replace this belt if you observe:
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The dryer motor runs but the drum does not spin. Reliable Parts
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The drum tumbles weakly, stops mid-rotation, or seems to drag.
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Clothes remain damp after a full heat cycle, despite clean lint screen and venting.
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You hear slipping, squealing, or flapping noises inside the dryer drum area.
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Upon inspection, the belt is cracked, frayed, glazed, or visibly worn.
🔁 Cross Reference
Compatible or replacement part numbers:
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W10205415 (legacy) Reliable Parts+1
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6602-001314 Maytag Replacement Parts+1
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35001137 Reliable Parts+1
🧩 Compatibility Notes
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Always verify your dryer’s model number (typically found inside the door frame or on the rear panel) before ordering. Lowe's Appliance Parts
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This belt is installed around the drum, idler (if present), motor pulley and sometimes a separate tensioner depending on model.
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When replacing the belt, it’s good practice to inspect the drum rollers, idler pulley, motor pulley and vent system — worn components or restricted airflow often lead to belt wear.
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After installation, run the dryer empty to confirm the drum rotates smoothly and there is no unusual noise or belt slip.