Customer Questions and Answers for Capacitor by Whirlpool

The Capacitor is an OEM part for Whirlpool washing machines. This part stores and releases electrical energy to help start the washer's motor and maintain its operation during wash cycles. 

Causes of a bad capacitor can include electrical surges, overheating, or degradation over time.  

Symptoms of a bad Capacitor include:

• The washing machine not starting
• The motor humming but not running
• The washer stopping mid-cycle
• Unusual noises during operation

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