Dryers: Won't spin or agitate
Parts frequently associated with this issue and repair guidance from service manuals.
Parts commonly needed for this issue
Based on repair data across Samsung and LG dryer models. These parts are frequently associated with this problem — they may not be the cause of your specific issue.
Drive Belt
OEM: 6602-001655
Verified across 4 retailers
Idler Pulley
OEM: DC93-00634A
Verified across 4 retailers
Drive Belt
OEM: 4400EL2001F
Verified across 3 retailers
Washer DV7000H Assembly M
OEM: DC93-00101U
Verified across 3 retailers
Drum Roller Kit (Set of 4) Part # 4581EL2002L Dryer drum roller kit (set of 4). This is a new GENUINE LG replacement part. In Stock $122.34
OEM: 4581EL2002L
Verified across 2 retailers
Repair tips for this issue
From manufacturer service manuals.
From the service manual
Good to know
6 technician insights for the this appliance
Drum removal requires careful cabinet spreading
When removing the drum, you may need to carefully spread the cabinet to get extra clearance. However, take care not to deform the cabinet — if bent too far, the frame will not return to proper shape and the dryer will have alignment issues. Work slowly and use minimal force.
Belt must be centered on drum during reassembly
When reassembling the drum belt after drum removal, the belt must be located in the middle of the drum. An off-center belt will cause tracking issues, uneven wear, noise, and potentially premature belt failure. The manual specifically warns about this during drum reassembly.
Belt reassembly alignment marks
When reassembling the drum belt, it must be located between the 2 red arrows (alignment marks) on the drum. Incorrect belt positioning will cause belt slipping, incorrect tumbler speed, and improper drying. This is a commonly missed step during drum reassembly.
Belt and Roller Service Best Practices
Samsung belt, idler pulley, and drum rollers should be replaced as a kit — failure of one accelerates wear on others Early-production idler pulleys (pre-2013) used sleeve bearings that seize from lint intrusion — verify replacement is ball-bearing version When belt breaks, inspect idler pulley for flat spots or melted areas — a seized pulley will melt a flat spot on itself before snapping the belt Drum rollers are sold in pairs or kits of 4 — replace all at once for balanced drum support
Seeing an error code on your display? Find your model to look up the error code →
Browse by model
Know your model number? Get model-specific parts and diagnostic information.
Browse Dryers by model →