WP40111201 Dryer Genuine Whirlpool OEM Drum Belt
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- WP40111201
- Vendor:
- Whirlpool
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WP40111201 Dryer Genuine Whirlpool OEM Drum Belt
WP40111201 Genuine OEM Whirlpool Dryer Drum Belt
The WP40111201 is a genuine Whirlpool OEM drum belt for full-size Whirlpool-built dryers. The belt is a long, slender loop that wraps all the way around the outside of the drum, passes around the tension (idler) pulley, and loops around the drive motor pulley. This belt is the sole mechanical connection between the motor and the drum — there is no gear or direct coupling — so when it breaks or slips off, the dryer behaves in a very specific way: the console lights up, the motor runs, the blower moves air, but the drum sits still. Open the door and spin the drum by hand and it will turn freely with no resistance.
This belt measures 93-3/8 inches long and 3/8 inch wide, with a 5-rib multi-groove profile. Belts fail from age and heat: the rubber hardens over years of thermal cycling, the ribs glaze over and begin slipping under a wet load, and eventually the belt cracks through or snaps outright. A screeching or squealing noise, a rhythmic thump timed to drum rotation, fraying at the edges, or black rubber dust in the cabinet are all signs a belt is near the end of its life. As a genuine OEM part, the WP40111201 is manufactured by Whirlpool to factory specifications — guaranteed fit, materials, and performance. It directly replaces 40111201, WP40111201VP, 14218936, 40051501, 40051502, 59174, 821089, AP6009126, PS11742271, and R0606549.
Quick Answer
The WP40111201 Genuine OEM Whirlpool Dryer Drum Belt fixes full-size Whirlpool-built dryers where the motor runs but the drum won't turn, the drum spins freely by hand, or the dryer screeches, squeals, or thumps during operation. 93-3/8" long, 3/8" wide, 5-rib profile. Replaces 40111201, WP40111201VP, 14218936, 40051501, 40051502, 59174, 821089, AP6009126, PS11742271, R0606549. Grooves face against the motor pulley on this platform — same orientation as our Y312959 belt.
Common Problems This Part Fixes
- Dryer runs and hums but the drum does not turn — the classic broken belt symptom
- Drum spins freely by hand with no resistance when the door is open
- Loud screeching or squealing that begins as soon as the cycle starts
- Rhythmic thumping or slapping noise timed to drum rotation — cracked or split belt
- Grinding or rumbling from inside the cabinet as a frayed belt drags
- Drum turns slowly, intermittently, or stalls under a heavy wet load — glazed belt slipping
- Dryer won't start, or inadequate heating reported alongside a belt-related noise
- Black rubber dust or belt fragments found in the bottom of the cabinet
- Visible cracking, fraying, glazing, or stretching on the old belt
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:
WP40111201, 40111201, 14218936, 40051501, 40051502, 59174, PD00002505, EAP11742271, AP6009126, AWP47792, PS11742271, R0606549, WP40111201VP, 661570V, 661570, 3387610, 3389728, 3393999, 339728, 661570VP, AP5983729, PS11722115.
40111201 is the long-running legacy Whirlpool number and WP40111201 is the current part number carrying the "WP" prefix. 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 full-size Whirlpool-built dryers across the Whirlpool family of brands, including:
- Whirlpool electric and gas dryers
- Maytag dryers (select Whirlpool-built models)
- KitchenAid dryers (select models)
- Amana dryers (select models)
- JennAir dryers (select models)
- Kenmore dryers (select Whirlpool-built models, including SDG3606AWW)
- Roper, Estate, Admiral, Crosley, Inglis, Magic Chef, and Norge dryers (select models)
This belt fits a large number of standard full-size front-load dryers used across North America. Because the compatible model list spans many years and revisions, always verify your full model number against your dryer's data label before ordering.
Note: Whirlpool and Maytag use more than one length of drum belt across their dryer lineups, and belts of a similar rib count and width are not automatically interchangeable. This belt is 93-3/8" long — it is NOT the same belt as our 100"-long Y312959 belt used on other Maytag/Whirlpool platforms. A belt that's too long or too short for your drum will slip, walk off the pulley, or fail to seat properly. Measure your old belt or verify your model number before ordering. Contact our support team with your model number if you're unsure.
Key Features
- Genuine Whirlpool OEM part — factory-specified length, rib profile, and tension
- 93-3/8" length, 3/8" width, 5-rib multi-groove design
- Wraps around the drum, tension pulley, and drive motor pulley to transfer motor rotation to the drum
- Resolves "motor runs but drum won't turn," "screeching," "squealing," and "drum spins freely by hand" symptoms
- Multi-rib construction grips the motor pulley without slipping under heavy wet loads
- Direct drop-in replacement — no cutting, splicing, or modification required
- Replaces 40111201, WP40111201VP, 14218936, 40051501, 40051502, 59174, 821089, AP6009126, PS11742271, and R0606549
- Compatible with Whirlpool, Maytag, KitchenAid, Amana, JennAir, Kenmore, Roper, Estate, Admiral, Crosley, Inglis, Magic Chef, and Norge dryers
- Genuine OEM replacement — guaranteed fit, materials, and performance
Product Specifications
| Part Number | WP40111201 |
| Part Type | Dryer Drum Drive Belt |
| Condition | Genuine OEM |
| Brand | Whirlpool |
| Length | 93-3/8 in. |
| Width | 3/8 in. |
| Ribs | 5 |
| Material | Reinforced rubber |
| Rib Orientation | Grooves face against the motor pulley |
| Routing | Around drum → tension pulley → drive motor pulley |
| Fuel Type | Electric and gas dryers |
| Quantity | 1 belt |
| Compatible Brands | Whirlpool, Maytag, KitchenAid, Amana, JennAir, Kenmore, Roper, Estate, Admiral, Crosley, Inglis, Magic Chef, Norge |
Installation Notes
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I confirm the belt is broken and not the motor?
With the dryer unplugged, open the door and try to spin the drum by hand. An intact belt gives firm resistance, because you're turning the motor and idler through the belt. If the drum coasts freely like a bicycle wheel, the belt is broken or has jumped off its pulleys. Sound is the other tell: with a broken belt the motor hums and the blower whooshes normally, so the dryer sounds like it's running perfectly while the drum sits still. A failed motor usually buzzes and does nothing, or trips the breaker outright.
What's the difference between WP40111201 and 40111201?
They are the same belt across production revisions. 40111201 was the long-running legacy Whirlpool number and WP40111201 is the current number carrying the "WP" prefix Whirlpool adopted. WP40111201VP is a variant packaging code for the same belt. If your dryer's parts diagram or the old belt itself shows any of these numbers, this listing is the correct replacement. The remaining cross-references (14218936, 40051501, 40051502, 59174, 821089, AP6009126, PS11742271, R0606549) are catalog identifiers used by various parts distributors for the same belt.
Is this the same belt as your Y312959 listing?
No. This belt is 93-3/8" long, while the Y312959 belt in our catalog is 100" long — the two are used on different Maytag/Whirlpool dryer platforms and are not interchangeable. Both share a similar 5-rib profile and grooves-against-motor-pulley orientation, which is exactly why they're easy to confuse. Always check your model number or measure your old belt's length before ordering either one.
Which way do the grooves face on this belt?
On this Whirlpool platform, the grooved (ribbed) side of the belt rides against the motor pulley, with the smooth back of the belt facing the drum. This is the same orientation as our Y312959 belt, but it is the opposite of some other manufacturers' platforms — for example, Frigidaire's 134719300 belt runs with the grooves facing down against the drum instead. Always confirm orientation for your specific brand and platform, and photograph the old belt before removing it whenever possible.
The dryer squeals but the drum still turns. Belt or something else?
Could be either, and it's worth diagnosing before you order. A glazed or hardening belt squeals as it slips on the motor pulley, usually loudest at startup and under a heavy wet load. But a dry tension pulley bearing makes a very similar squeal, and worn drum rollers add a low rumble underneath. With the cabinet open, spin the tension pulley and each roller by hand — they should turn smoothly and silently. If they're gritty, noisy, or have play, replace them along with the belt, since they share the same teardown and you'd otherwise be opening the dryer twice.
Is this an OEM or aftermarket part?
This is a genuine OEM part, manufactured by Whirlpool to factory specifications — guaranteed fit, materials, and performance. It matches the original 93-3/8" length, 3/8" width, and 5-rib profile of the drum belt originally installed in your Whirlpool, Maytag, KitchenAid, Amana, or related dryer.
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