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FRIGIDAIRE Washer - belt change procedure?
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Model: FWS845GCS0 Brand: Frigidaire Age: More than 10 years
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gbir  
#1 Posted : Wednesday, September 23, 2009 5:32:03 AM(UTC)
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This is for a Frigidaire Washer - Top-Loading, Model No. FWS845GCS0.

On this model the belt is on the very bottom and drives the pump and transmission. There seems to be a spring loaded idler pulley hard to see or get at from the front (front panel off).

The belt squeals loudly and seems a bit loose. A dose of belt dressing quiets it down for several loads but the squeal comes back. Maybe the belt has streched?

Is there a way to tighten the belt or is the tension from the spring loaded idler pulley the only tightening method allowed?

What is the proper procedure for changing the belt?
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sidfink43  
#2 Posted : Thursday, September 24, 2009 2:57:10 PM(UTC)
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I would change out the belt and the idler assembly/spring. The idler is the only way to adjust tension. If you release tension on the belt you should be able to "roll" the belt off.
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