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Customer Questions and Answers for Washer Motor by Whirlpool

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Part Number: OEM12027513
Manufacturer Part Number: 12002353

This genuine OEM part is a washer motor. The washer motor is the main engine that drives the washer tub allowing it to rotate and wash clothes effectively. After continuous use, a washer motor can become inoperable. If the washer is no longer spinning or the power has significantly decreased, it might be a sign that the motor needs to be replaced. To replace the motor, start by unplugging the washer. Once unplugged, move the washer away from the wall to gain access to the back panel. Uninstall the back panel by removing the screws that attach it. After removal, locate the drive motor and proceed to unthread the mounting bolts holding it to the washer. Proceed to pull the old motor out of its place. Make sure to detach the wire harness and any individual wires on the motor. Reinsert the wires into their correct terminals and install the new motor by threading the bolts that secure it. This replacement part is sold individually and is sourced directly from the manufacturer. It is compatible with Whirlpool, Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Magic Chef, Admiral, Norge, Roper, Sears, and Kenmore brand washers.

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Frank, The Black multi plug cobnnector is attached to the centrifugal switch on the motor, it only fits one way,and locks in place if done properly. The individual wires with the clear plastic terminal covers, attach to the corresponding colored wire in the cabinet wire harness to the motor.

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Hello Prince. Based on the information you provided, it sounds like the motor 12002353 is weak and needs to be replaced on the unit.

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Hello Michael. Based on the information you provided, it sounds like the motor 12002353 is bad and will need to be replaced on the unit. Hope this helps.

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Hello David. If you can turn the motor by hand, but it does not turn with the washer, you will need to replace the motor 12002353 on the unit. Hope this helps.

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Alan for Model Number LAT9616AAE

My washer also works fine in the wash cycle and then quits in the rinse cycle. The motor also hums and acts like someone is flipping the switch when it tries to run. Voltage at the outlet reads 130, but when the motor kicks in to rinse, it drops to 102-104. If the motor stays running, the voltage goes back up. I took the motor switch apart and cleaned the contact points, but that did not seem to help. Could it be the motor? Everything seems to be free and easy to move.

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Alan, The issue is in the power supply, not the washer or motor. There should be no more than a 10% voltage drop on a circuit, it it is wired and working proper. Minimum operational volts for the motor is 108 VAC,"under a load" 108 to 104 VAC the motor might start and run, 102 volts or below the motor will hum, but usually won't start/run. You could install a capacitor kit as a temporary repair 206103 or test. but you need to start at the outlet and work back to the breaker box. Thanks and Good Luck

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Hi Paul. You will need to replace the motor part # 12002353. It is a 2 speed motor. It should run in regular cycle as selected. Thank You.

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Hello Bob. Check and see if the unit will spin. If so, and it does not fill, you will need to replace the lid switch assembly WP22001682. Hope this helps.

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Bob G for Model Number Matag A207

Washer operates normal in wash cycle. the spin cycle startes and sometimes complets spin cycle early morning only. If i try to do a second load the wash cycle completes. The spin cycle starts and turns about three revolutions then stops spining. The timer cycles and the wash cycle operats correctly. When the spin cycle comes up on the dile the motor does not respond. I have to wate till the next morning to cycle the washer through the spin cycle. sometimes this works and sometimes it does not. I have sometime assisted the spin cycle by hand spinning the tub. I have to dothis for several revolutions or the motor stops and i have to wate till the next morning. Could this be low voltage to the machine? / The house? Causing the thermal switch to open. low voltage higher current. I have not checked the house voltage yet. I read the eight questions and thought maybe i have low input voltage to the house/machine. I will check tonight and responed here tomorrow. thank you Bob G.

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Bob, Sounds more like you've got a power supply problem, than a washer problem. You'll need to get access to a multimeter TJMA-DMT3 . Insert the meter probes into the empty outlet of the power outlet and check for 110 to 120 VAC. Put the timer dial into the spin cycle and pull out the timer knob, and observe the meter at the same time. Voltage must remain above 108 VAC, in order for the motor to start and run. Voltage of 108 to 105 the motor may or may not start and overheat, voltage of 105 or lower, motor may hum, but wont run and will overheat. If the voltage remains above 108 volts and the motor hums, replace the motor, if the voltage is less than 108 volts and the motor hums, you'll need an electrician. Good Luck and Thanks

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