This brake release cam works with the washer's brake assembly to disengage the brake during spin and re-engage it at stop. Replacing a worn cam restores smooth basket spin and reduces squeal or grinding at spin transitions.
- Disengages the brake so the basket can spin; helps reapply the brake as the cycle ends
- Supports smooth starts and stops of the spin cycle
- Worn or damaged cams can cause no spin or intermittent spin
- Common symptoms include loud squeal/grinding at start/stop or a burning odor near the brake area
What's included: 1 brake release cam Install notes:
- Disconnect power (and water supply, if moving the washer) before service
- Access the brake/basket drive area; the brake spring is under tension—use caution and eye protection
- Note orientation of parts before removal; seat the new cam correctly
- After reassembly, run an empty spin test to verify operation
Do-It-Yourself Stories from Customers like You
No spin every thing else worked made high speed ticking noise Anthony D. • Follansbee , WV • May 12, 2015
First I looked at the many you tube vids, and there are many. appliance parts pros pretty much shows you how to deal with the parts. I changed the brake shoes and the clutch assembly which also comes with the driver cam. I also changed the metal brake operating cam. I think that brake lockup or improper brake release was the problem that broke the plastic cam driver. This was the broken plastic part making all the ticking noise. I first changed the coupling on the motor but that wasn't bad. in...
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