How do I Replace the drive belt?

Use cable ties - see
http://www.selfix-uk.co.uk/Belt-fitting.html
http://reynoldsbooks.weebly.com/1/post/2010/09/how-to-replace-the-belt-on-a-hotpoint-wma58-washing-machine-the-quick-and-easy-cable-tie-method.html

It took me ages to find this solution but it is really brilliant!

Peter Reynolds
September 2010

just load from bottom pulley and place belt on topside of wheel and slowly turn the upper wheel

paul parkinson
September 2009