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Customer Questions and Answers for Capacitor by Whirlpool

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By: Whirlpool
Part Number: OEM18040311
Manufacturer Part Number: WP8572717

The Washer Capacitor is an OEM replacement part for Whirlpool washing machines. It is an essential electrical component that plays a crucial role in starting and running the washer motor efficiently.

Symptoms of a bad washer capacitor include:

  • The washer not starting or failing to run
  • Humming or buzzing noises from the motor during operation
  • Error codes or indicators related to motor or electrical issues

Causes of a faulty capacitor can range from normal wear and tear over time to electrical surges, overheating, or physical damage.

This OEM part is also compatible with Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Magic Chef, Admiral, Norge, Roper, and Kenmore washing machine models. 

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James, Yes, you would want to start at the lid switch WP8318084 if the switch is faulty or not making contact properly, the neutral side of the circuit will not be completed and the motor wont run. Also check the lid hinges and sleeves, make sure they aren't worn out or loose and causing too much movement or play in the lid and loosing alignment with the switch.

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Answered by AppliancePartsPros.com   |   Tuesday, December 22, 2015

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