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Customer Questions and Answers for Drive Motor by Whirlpool

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By: Whirlpool
Part Number: OEM13020522
Manufacturer Part Number: W10197708

This drive motor powers the rotating component in your appliance, restoring smooth, reliable motion when the original motor is worn, seized, or noisy. Use it to fix no-rotation issues and inconsistent operation.

  • Converts electrical energy into torque to rotate the attached component as designed for your model
  • Helps resolve symptoms like no movement, stalling, or slow/intermittent rotation
  • Restores consistent, dependable rotation under normal load
What's included: 1 drive motor Install notes:
  • Disconnect power at the breaker before servicing; appliances may contain sharp edges and high-voltage components—use caution
  • Note wire/connector orientation and transfer any mounting grommets or brackets from the old motor
  • Ensure the driven component turns freely by hand before restoring power
  • After installation, run a short functional test to confirm proper rotation

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For Whirlpool Drive Motor (Part Number: OEM13020522)

Nathan N for Model Number W10176721

I have a Estate by Whirlpool washer model # W10176721 and the trouble I am having with it is it will agetate the wash fine in the wash cycle but it wont spin the wash out. It has a clutch on the bottom of the unit on the gearbox assemble. Sometimes it will spin and when it does it works fine so I don't think its a slipping clutch. I am wondering what I should replace. When it doesn't spin the unit does not even twitch like it is trying to start for some reason the clutch doesn't seem to be engaging.

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Nathan, It would be recommended to check connections at the lid switch to make sure that the switch is working ok with no loose connections. If this checks ok then the issue will most likely be that there is not power to the motor at this time which would indicate an issue with the timer of the unit.

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Ramona, based on the model number given the manufactured replacement is part number W10197708. This is a manufacturer replacement part and may differ in appearance but is a functional equivalent to the original. Thanks!

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Hugh, based on the model and serial number given the replacement motor is part number W10197708. This is a manufacturer replacement part and may differ in appearance but is a functional equivalent to the original.

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Scott, You will want to check to make sure that the dryer vent is clear and if the unit is in a small room then you would want to leave the door open when drying. These 2 issues can cause excessive heat on the motor and cause the lacquer that is on the motor windings to melt and short out. Also check to make sure that the unit is not overheating.

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