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Customer Questions and Answers for Rotor Position Sensor Kit by Whirlpool

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By: Whirlpool
Part Number: OEM12981945
Manufacturer Part Number: W10183157

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For Whirlpool Rotor Position Sensor Kit (Part Number: OEM12981945)

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Chad, If the unit is making a noise almost like a jet plane taking off then the issue would be in the bearings of the unit which would need to be replaced. The bearing part number is W10435302 and you will need a tool to remove the bearing W10447783

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Dry for Model Number WTW6600SW1

I have a whirlpool cabrio (2006) that was giving F51 codes about 10-15 minutes into a cycle. I originally thought it was the Motor Control Board and ordered that part. Once I put it on though, I still got the F51 error on the agitator part of the manual diagnostic. However, I was able to run through 3 full wash cycles (2 empty, 1 with towels) and the error didn't come up again. Looking for advice on if I really solved the problem or if it indicates I need to replace the RPS sensor itself?

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Hello Dry. According to the manufacture, it is either the RPS sensor or the wiring harness on the unit. The motor control board is not going to solve the issue with the F51.

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Hello Pete. oL flashes when the machine/motor control detects a load size that exceeds the washer’s capacity OR basket can not disengage. This may signify: ? Load size exceeds washer capacity. Remove excess laundry, then restart cycle. ? Mechanical friction on drive mechanism, not allowing the basket to disengage. If it does this with the unit not loaded, you will need to order and replace the suspension springs on the unit.

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Hello Brychael. F then 50 flashes when the motor rotor position sensor (RPS) senses no rotation. ? Does basket turn freely? If not, make sure bottom shipping pack has been removed. Determine cause of friction.

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Hello Ted, If the Rotor positon sensor needs to be replaced you would want to install kit W10183157 which has the wiring harness that comes with it.

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Hello Vic, The F1 error code indicates a primary control failure. Per tech sheet it states to replace machine/motor control WPW10189966.

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Hello Bata, The unit will need to have new tub seal and bearing kit W10435302. Or you can replace outer tub. The bearings have gone out on unit. If you replace just the tub seal and bearing kit you will also need to order a bearing removal tool W10447783.

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Hello Mike, The kit W10183157 you were asking about should work for the model you are inquiring about. As far as I can tell, the RPS is the same right down to the jack configuration.

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