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what do i have to take apart to get to the belt?

i want to know in detail step by step if anyone can tell me how to replace a belt on an amana washing machine model LWA50AW. If there is someone that can help please do.

Angela S.
July 2007

Amana Household Appliances, Washing Machines Apart Belt Replace Machine

I just saw your model in http://www.appliancepros.com. Give it yourmodel and check out the diagram. GOOD LUCK.

Srolot
November 2007

If the washer is top loading and the pump is under the motor, kind of right side up, it is similar to my Amana LW8203W2 and if so, here's how I did mine:

Need 5/6 and or 1/4 nut removers to do the job
Remove two drain hose clamps, remove 2 drain hoses
Remove 5 screws to the motor mounting
Move loose motor inward while removing belt from pully directly under tub.

Once removed, take motor/pump/belt out of washer and place it up side down

This next step needs a special star-shaped screw driver.
Remove the idler spring from the idler (strip of medal holding black wheel). Note position of belt before removal. .
With that, remove the 3 screws holding the pump to the motor.
Careful when you pry pump from motor as plastic may crack. GOOD LUCK

Srolot
November 2007