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Customer Questions and Answers for Drive Motor by Whirlpool

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Part Number: OEM16860564
Manufacturer Part Number: W10439651

The Drive Motor is an OEM part for Whirlpool washing machines. This part powers the agitator and spinning the drum, facilitating the various cycles of the washing machine to ensure clothes are thoroughly cleaned.

Causes of a bad drive motor can include general wear and tear over time, overheating, electrical issues, or mechanical failures within the motor components.

Symptoms of a bad Drive Motor include:

  • Washing machine not agitating or spinning
  • Loud or unusual noises during operation
  • Burning smell coming from the motor
  • Washer stopping mid-cycle or not starting at all

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

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For Whirlpool Drive Motor (Part Number: OEM16860564)

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Hello Dain! Yes, according to your model SDC800003 the drive motor W10439651 is the correct manufacturer replacement. The part part and may differ in appearance but is a functional equivalent to the original. Thanks.

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Brian G for Model Number kccc151jwh0

My compactor works fine when in normal mode. When in solid mode, it will only run if you hold down the selector knob to the start position. If you let up on the selector knob, the unit immediately stops. If you hold it down long enough, it just cycles all the way down and then back up. If you let go of the selector knob half way through the cycle, the compactor stops at the bottom, where it should stop. How do I test the switches to determine which one I should replace? Kitchenaid Superba Trash Compactor

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Brian, We'll be sending you the information for testing the switches, as you requested. You're most likely on track, The issue is most likely in the motor centrifugal switch W10439651, based on your post description. Thanks

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Dave for Model Number KUCS02CRSS

Unit has solid and normal buttons/switch. When set to normal, the unit cycles fine. When set to solid, I have to hold the start switch in the start position to get the motor to operate; however, the ram makes that knocking noise and doesn't go down. As a workaround, I have been setting to normal and waiting for the ram to go down just far enough before it starts to come back up. At that point, if I hit the solid button, the motor shuts off with the ram in the down position. When I am ready to open it again, I hit the normal button and the ram finishes the cycle. Does this sound like the motor switch or something else? Thanks!

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Hi Dave. Unit won’t keep running.• Top limit switch contacts open part # WP777811. • “Solid or Dense Pack” cycle switch contacts open whether in “on” or “off” state (only on equipped models) part # 9872148. • Centrifugal switch contacts open (orange/black switch) part # W10439651. Use a volt/ohm meter part # MA-DM1 to assist you in your diagnostics. From what you described then I would focus on the Push button switch using the supplied wiring diagram stuck on the back of the unit. Thank You.

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Bob, At this point, you'll need to check all the safety switches(door lock switch,drawer switch, directional switch,etc.) A proper model number would be a big assistance for us to assist you properly. Thanks

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Wallace, The motor direction on this unit is controlled through circuit resistance through the motor centrifugal switch and direction switch. You may want to remove the top panel from the unit and check the power screws WPW10451272 for articles or debris wrapped around the shafts and bearings/drive nuts. Then check the directional switch WP777811 mounted to the upper, front area of the frame. Before you check or replace the motor centrifugal W10439651 Thanks and Good Luck

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Hello Dave, the picture shows the old motor. To answer your question, yes the motor assembly comes with a switch, however the manufacturer offers the switch separate. The factory replacement motor switch is W10439651. Thanks!

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Hello Kenbob. You will need to check and make sure everything is good and tight with the gear assembly 882699. If not, It will cause the noise your hearing. Also check the motor and make sure the chain is tight. Hope this helps.

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Hello Roy. You will need to remove the top cover WP9870865 of the trash compactor and see if something is jammed inside the unit. If so, you will need to remove it to get the ram to come back up. Hope this helps.

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