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Customer Questions and Answers for Drive Motor Kit by Ge

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Part Number: OEM17875596
Manufacturer Part Number: WE17X22217

The Drive Motor Kit is an OEM part for GE dryers. This part powers the drum rotation during the drying cycle, ensuring proper tumbling and airflow for efficient drying performance.

Causes of a bad part can include normal wear and tear over time, bearing failure, or electrical issues that prevent the motor from functioning correctly.

Symptoms of a bad Drive Motor Kit include:

  • Failure of the dryer drum to rotate or tumble
  • Loud grinding or squeaking noises from the motor area
  • Overheating or burning smell from the motor
  • Incomplete or prolonged drying times

This OEM GE part is also compatible with Hotpoint, RCA, and some Kenmore models.

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George, with the power cord unplugged, the timer WE4M533 would need to be tested from terminal B to terminal C for continuity. If there is continuity, the wires of the unit would need to be inspected for any loose connections or broken sections.

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Tom, Based on the information provided it sounds like you have an issue with the motor and it would need to be replaced.

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Angelo, the correct motor repair kit for the model number you supplied is WE17X10001/WE17X10001 DRYER DRIVE MOTOR. The WE17X22217/WE17X22217 Drive motor kit is not listed as a replacement part for the model number you supplied. The part is in stock and available at this time. Thanks,

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Jake, with the jumper harness attached and the terminals spaced farthest apart being used as the left side, the wires would be placed from the left to the right as follows: terminal 1 red, terminal 2 black, terminal 3 brown, terminal 4 yellow, terminal 5 purple.

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Hello Kim, if the dryer starts, the drum is turning and it is heating but has no exhaust airflow then remove the lint filter and check if anything is blocking the duct down to the blower wheel. The blower wheel WE16X20393 is attached to the the motor shaft and should be rotating when the drum is turning.

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Hello Ronald, If the thermostats are all good it will have to be the centrifugal switch in the motor or the timer, if proper voltages are present to the unit. For part numbers and a more detailed diagnosis, please post a new question including the model number from your units' I.D. tag. Thank you for your patience and understanding in this matter.

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Hello Betty, you'll want to look for a loose or broken wire going to the motor. Also make sure no lint is prohibiting the operation of your motor switch. If all looks good, you'll have to replace the motor part number WE17X22217. Thanks!

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Mike, You will want to check the wiring between the start button and the motor to make sure that there is no bad wiring. This would really be the only cause other than the motor centrifugal switch being faulty.

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