The belt comes off the drum of the washing machine. Reasons and solution

During the operation of the washing machine, a situation may occur when washing is not possible due to breakdowns. Of course, there can be several reasons for the termination of work.

But, often the drive belt flies on the washing machine. The problem is not terrible and solvable.

What is a drive belt

The drive belt is an important part in a washing machine. Thanks to him, the drum rotates, without which washing is impossible.

The belt is a connecting link between the drum pulley and the engine, and if it breaks or flies off, then the washing machine stops working. The service life of the drive belt is many years with proper care of the washing machine.

Can. If a drum when rotated, it makes a scraping sound and spins by hand very easily, then most likely the problem is in it.

Why does the belt on the washing machine fly off

At drum overload there are scrolls, which lead to a flown belt.

It happens that a similar situation repeats itself and the belt of the washing machine constantly flies off, then you cannot do without professional diagnostics and help.

The most common causes of belt problems can be:

• Unreliable fastening of the drum pulley. The belt will definitely fly off or break if the fasteners that hold the drum are weak and move from side to side. Eventually drum may even jam.
• Engine mount problems. Just like a pulley, the fasteners can loosen and the belt will not be tight enough, causing it to slip. To solve the problem, you need to remove the back cover of the washing machine and tighten the fasteners. Install the belt.
• Belt wear due to long service life. The belt stretches from long work and ceases to fulfill its function. When scrolling, the washing machine whistles and almost does not wring out. And sometimes the washing machine stops working altogether.

• Bearing wear. For this reason, the drum may squint and, as a result, the belt on the washing machine naturally flies off. You may need the help of an experienced craftsman.

• Deformed shaft or pulley. When the belt came off in the washing machine, pulley can bend and damage important parts of the equipment.

• Weak belt tension. If the drive belt is not tensioned correctly or it was chosen the wrong size, then it will inevitably fall. When buying a belt, you need to focus on a worn belt installed by the manufacturer or trust the help of a professional.

• Rare use of washing machines. It turns out that rare operation is also the cause of problems with the drive belt, because it can dry out, crack and lose elasticity.

• The crosspiece of the drum loosened. This imbalance is also a direct cause of the drive belt coming off.

Belt replacement

For self-repair, the algorithm of actions is as follows:

1. The washing machine is de-energized and disconnected from the water supply.
2. The back cover is removed.
3. Remove worn belt. To do this, he pulls on himself with one hand, and the pulley rotates with the other and is removed.
4. The new belt is first put on the motor shaft.
5. It is pulled on a pulley in a similar way by rotating it.
6. The machine is assembled and the washing is started in test mode.

A person even without special training and experience can replace a worn belt with a new one, focusing on the instructions.