XPARTCO W10198086 Dryer Drum Belt Replaces WPW10198086
The XPARTCO W10198086 is an aftermarket replacement dryer drum belt for Whirlpool, Maytag, and Amana electric dryers. This belt wraps around the drum and the motor pulley, and it's what actually makes the drum turn — the motor drives the belt, and the belt tumbles the drum. When this belt breaks or wears out, the motor can still run, but nothing inside the dryer actually moves.
This is a 5-rib belt measuring approximately 92-1/2"L x 5/16"W x 1/8"H, with grooves on one side and a flat surface on the other. A broken or badly worn belt produces an unmistakable symptom: the dryer runs — you'll hear the motor and often the blower — but the drum doesn't turn at all, or turns only briefly before stopping. A simple way to confirm this diagnosis before opening the dryer is to try turning the drum by hand; if it spins freely with no resistance, the belt is almost certainly broken. Overloading the dryer with oversized loads is a common cause of belt failure over time. It directly replaces WPW10198086, W11575709, W11667279, LB8086, 1481904, AP6016842, AH2348726, EA2348726, PS2348726, EAP11750135, PS11750135, AWP49253, and PD00007598.
Quick Answer
The XPARTCO W10198086 Dryer Drum Belt fixes Whirlpool, Maytag, and Amana electric dryers where the motor runs but the drum doesn't turn, or turns only briefly. 5-rib belt, approximately 92-1/2"L x 5/16"W x 1/8"H. Replaces WPW10198086, W11575709, W11667279, LB8086, 1481904, AP6016842, AH2348726, EA2348726, PS2348726, EAP11750135, PS11750135, AWP49253, PD00007598. Try turning the drum by hand first — if it spins freely with no resistance, the belt has broken.
Common Problems This Part Fixes
- Dryer runs — motor and blower audible — but the drum doesn't turn
- Drum turns briefly then stops
- Drum spins freely by hand with no resistance (indicating a broken belt)
- Loud squeaking noise during operation from a worn but not yet broken belt
- Burning rubber smell from a slipping or overheating belt
- Dryer that stopped tumbling suddenly during a cycle
Cross Reference Information
Part numbers can change over a product's lifecycle as manufacturers update designs or release new appliance models. For your convenience, we've included any known superseded, alternate, or cross-reference part numbers that match this item.
Replaces Part Numbers
This dryer drum belt directly replaces the following OEM and cross-reference part numbers:
WPW10198086, W10198086, 1481904, W11575709, W11667279, LB8086, PD00007598, EAP11750135, AP6016842, AWP49253, PS11750135
If your part number is not listed above, contact our support team before ordering and we will verify compatibility.
Compatibility
This drum belt is compatible with select Whirlpool electric dryers, and also fits select Maytag and Amana dryers built on the same platform, including model numbers such as:
- MEDC465HW0, MEDC215EW0, MEDC215EW1, MEDC200XW0, MEDC200XW1, MEDC200XW3
- MEDX655DW0, MEDX655DW1, MEDX500BW0, MEDX500BW1
- MEDC300BW0, MEDC300XW0, MEDC300XW1, MEDC400VW0, MEDC400BW1, MEDC415EW0
- MGDC400VW0, MGDC215EW0, MGDC215EW2, MGDC465HW0, MGDC300XW3, MGDC400BW1, MGDC400BW2, MGDC500VW0, MGDC555DW1
- MEDC555DW1, MEDC555DW2, MEDC100YQ0, MEDB766FW0
- 7MMGDC400DW0, 7MMGDC400DW1, 7MMGDC400DW2, 7MMEDC300DW1, 7MMEDC300BW0
Note: Always verify your full model number before ordering, since Whirlpool uses several different drum belts across its dryer lineup with different lengths and rib counts. Contact our support team with your model number if you're unsure.
Key Features
- Aftermarket replacement drum belt — connects the motor pulley to the drum so it can turn
- Resolves "motor runs but drum won't turn," "drum stops mid-cycle," and "squeaking" symptoms caused by a worn or broken belt
- 5-rib design with grooves on one side, flat on the other
- Approximately 92-1/2"L x 5/16"W x 1/8"H
- Direct drop-in replacement matching the original belt routing
- Replaces WPW10198086, W11575709, W11667279, LB8086, 1481904, AP6016842, AH2348726, EA2348726, PS2348726, EAP11750135, PS11750135, AWP49253, and PD00007598
- Compatible with Whirlpool, Maytag, and Amana electric dryers
- Aftermarket replacement built to OEM-equivalent quality standards
Product Specifications
| Part Number |
W10198086 |
| OEM Part Number |
WPW10198086 |
| Part Type |
Dryer Drum Belt |
| Condition |
Aftermarket Replacement |
| Length |
Approx. 92-1/2 in. |
| Width |
5/16 in. |
| Thickness |
1/8 in. |
| Ribs |
5 |
| Color |
Black |
| Material |
Rubber |
| Repair Difficulty |
Easy — 15 to 30 minutes |
| Quantity |
1 drum belt |
| Compatible Brands |
Whirlpool, Maytag, Amana |
Installation Notes
⚠️ Unplug Dryer Before Starting — Check The Idler Pulley While You're In There Disconnect power at the outlet or shut off the circuit breaker before beginning. Wear work gloves. Lift the lint screen cover and remove the two screws underneath it — if your model has a lint screen with a built-in cover, simply pull it out and remove the screws. Run a putty knife around the top edge of the dryer to find the release clips, then press them in to release and swing the top open. Remove the front panel to access the drum and belt area; on many models, all the work for this repair is performed from the front rather than the rear. Route the new W10198086 belt around the drum with the grooved side against the drum, then loop it around the motor pulley and the idler pulley, following the routing diagram on the inside of the cabinet or your old belt's path if it's still intact when you remove it. If the belt broke rather than just wearing out, check that the idler pulley is still properly seated — a belt snapping can sometimes cause the pulley to pop out of position, and reseating it is a quick fix while you already have the panel open. Reinstall the front panel, close the top and secure the release clips, and reinstall the lint screen area and its screws. Restore power and run a test cycle to confirm the drum turns smoothly with no slipping or noise. Tools needed: Phillips screwdriver, 5/16" nut driver, putty knife, work gloves.
Frequently Asked Questions
My dryer runs but the drum won't turn. How do I confirm it's the belt before ordering?
Try turning the drum by hand with the dryer unplugged. If it spins freely with little to no resistance, that's a strong sign the belt has broken, since an intact belt normally provides some resistance from the motor and idler pulley connected to it. If the drum feels stuck or hard to turn instead, the problem may be elsewhere, such as a seized idler pulley or motor issue.
What caused my belt to break in the first place?
Belts wear out from age and normal use, but overloading the dryer with oversized or overly heavy loads is a common accelerating factor, since it puts extra strain on the belt with every rotation. Avoiding overloaded loads going forward can help the new belt last as long as it should.
While replacing the belt, I noticed the idler pulley looks out of place. Is that related?
Yes, this can happen when a belt breaks suddenly — the pulley can pop out of its normal seated position as tension is lost. Since you'll already have the panel open for the belt replacement, take a moment to check that the idler pulley is properly seated before closing everything back up, as this is a common and easy thing to overlook.
Is this an OEM or aftermarket part?
This is an aftermarket replacement part built to OEM-equivalent quality standards. It is not a genuine Whirlpool OEM part, but is manufactured to match the length, width, rib count, and routing configuration of the original WPW10198086 drum belt used in compatible Whirlpool, Maytag, and Amana electric dryers.
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