Whirlpool Belt - 12001788

Whirlpool Belt - 12001788

Restore dryer drum rotation with this genuine Whirlpool Dryer Drum Drive Belt - 12001788. The belt wraps around the drum and routes through the idler pulley and motor pulley to rotate the drum.

12001788 is used when the original dryer component is worn, broken, noisy, loose, heat-damaged, or no longer performing correctly. Match by exact model lookup and part configuration.

Fits These Brands / Families: Select Whirlpool-built dryer platforms, including Whirlpool, Kenmore, Maytag, KitchenAid, Roper, and related brands where listed.

Fitment / What To Verify: Verify belt length, rib count, belt width, routing path, idler type, motor pulley, and drum size before ordering.

Please confirm fitment with your appliance model number before ordering.

Is it time to replace?

• Common Symptoms: Drum will not turn, motor runs but drum is still, thumping, squealing, burning rubber smell, or belt slips during startup.
• Visible/Sensory Cues: Broken belt, frayed ribs, glazed rubber, stretched belt, rubber dust, or seized idler/roller damage.

Pro Tip: Check the idler pulley and drum rollers before installing the belt. A seized pulley can destroy a new belt quickly.

Technical Specifications

Legacy part number(s)/code(s): 12001435, 22002040, 22002313

Please note: These legacy parts have been replaced by this item. They may not look exactly the same, but the manufacturer of these appliances has assured us that they will function properly.

If you have questions, please message us before ordering so we can address your concerns. Please review our Return Policy before purchasing.