How to change the drive belt on a washing machine Hotpoint WMA60P

How to change the drive belt on a washing machine Hotpoint WMA60P
Safety FirstRemove the Plug from the Mains Socket
Tools required: T15 torx screwdriver
Using the T15 torx remove the screws retaining the lower back panel
Lower back panel removed
Remove 2 screw cover caps on either side of the appliance
Using the T15 torx screwdriver remove 2 screws retaining the lid
Lift the lid a small amount
Push the lid backwards a small amount and remove it
Lid removed
From the top locate the drive belt at the rear of the appliance
Grip the drive belt at the same time rotate the drum pulley to remove the belt
Now remove the drive belt from the drive shaft
With the belt released from the drum pulley and drive shaft remove the belt
Take the new drive belt from its package ensuring its correct for the appliance

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From the top feed the new belt down past the drum pulley
Position the drive belt over the drive shaft
Position the drive belt over the drum pulley while rotating the drum pulley
The drive belt should be fitting centrally on the drum pulley
The drive belt should be fitting centrally on the drive shaft
Replace the lid
Using the T15 torx screwdriver replace 2 screws retaining the lid
Replace 2 screw cover caps on either side of the appliance
Using the T15 torx screwdriver replace the screws retaining the lower back panel

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Disclaimer: The information provided has been prepared as a guide only and the steps taken are likely to vary for different appliance models. We strongly recommend using a qualified engineer to undertake major repairs and fault finding.