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My hotpoint tumble dryer seems to be warming up but the drum is not turning?

My hotpoint tumble dryer seems to be warming up but the drum is not turning except for manually.
waterloo, August 2008
Sounds like the drive belt is broken. Check this by removing the top of the dryer- just 3 screws at the back then slide the top backwards to remove. The belt will be clearly visible & come away if broken.
To repair you need to remove top & back of the dryer, all those screws, release the split pin & washer from the drum centre axle. Free the drum axle from the dryer back panel - at which point it will drop a few inches. You've then got to fit a new belt - line on drum should be clear - belt has to go around motor spindle and between guide pulleys.

Rob in Purley, August 2008
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