Customer Questions and Answers for Motor Control Board by Whirlpool

This electronic board regulates power and speed to the washer's drive motor, working with the main control to coordinate agitation and spin. Replacing a failed motor control unit restores consistent drum movement and resolves no-spin or no-agitate issues. What it does:

• Governs motor start, direction, and variable speed during wash and spin
• Common failure symptoms: won't spin or agitate; starts then stops; intermittent or slow rotation
• Visible burn marks, odor, or damaged components on the board
• Verify power, wiring, and motor condition before condemning the board

• One motor control board

• Disconnect power and turn off water before service; allow components to discharge
• Use ESD precautions and handle the board by its edges
• Access location varies by model; photograph connectors and transfer them one at a time
• Inspect the drive motor, wiring harness, and drive components for shorts before powering up; run diagnostics after installation