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crwdns2866306:0crwdne2866306:0	Whirlpool WED87HED
Type	replacement
Thing	Idler Pulley
Title	Whirlpool WED87HED Idler Pulley Replacement
Introduction	Use this guide to replace the idler pulley on your Whirlpool Duet WED87HED dryer. This pulley provides tension to the drive belt. If it fails, the dryer will not spin properly, and the drive belt will very likely break. Usually this part makes substantial noise when it is failing, usually squeaking and grinding noises. The motor may also overheat because the belt is hard to move This repair is listed as difficult, mainly because of the number of steps and the extent of disassembly with a couple of tricky steps (the front lower bulkhead removal is one). If you follow the guide carefully you should be able to complete this repair. Although the photos in this guide show the blower housing removed from the machine, this is mainly for clarity. You do not need to remove the blower housing to perform this repair.
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Difficulty	Moderate
Conclusion	To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order. Repair didn’t go as planned? Ask our [link|https://www.ifixit.com/answers/Device/Whirlpool_WED87HED|Answers community|new_window=true] for help.
Author	Bill Gilbert
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