[jmilstead]

While using the dryer for the past few days I started smelling a burning smell possibly rubber. The dryer started making a sweaking noice to go with the smell. Finally the dryer quite working. I am thinking that I broke a belt. Is this a difficult fix?

[jmilstead]

sorry , I ment squeaking noise.

[Gene]

Remove the toe panel and check if the belt is broken. Post the result.

Here are the break down diagrams for the Whirlpool dryer Model GEQ8811LW0

Gene.

[jmilstead]

After removing the lint screen cover I found it stuffed full of lint. Cleaned it out and could see the belt is still on the drum so I will test it tonight to see if that was the problem.

[jmilstead]

the belt is still on the drum. How ever when running the dryer it runs for a while and then quits. I suspect the belt may be slipping. Is it advisable to try to call a repair service?

[Gene]

Very possible the problem is a bad motor.

Gene.

[richappy]

If it will not start right away after it stops, you have a bad motor.

[jmilstead]

thanks for the input. I have been quoted about $250 to replace the motor. I think I can just buy a new dryer for $400. thanks again