The Motor Spacer is an OEM part for Whirlpool microwaves. It is designed to support and position the turntable motor, ensuring it stays aligned and functions correctly. This spacer helps maintain the stability of the turntable, allowing even and consistent heating of food.
Causes of a bad motor spacer can include wear and tear over time, physical damage from heavy use, or misalignment due to accidental impacts. Regular inspection and maintenance can help identify issues before they lead to motor malfunction.
Symptoms of a bad motor spacer include:
- The turntable not rotating properly
- Unusual noises coming from the turntable area
- Inconsistent heating or cooking of food
- The turntable being unsteady or wobbling
This OEM part is also compatible with Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Magic Chef, Admiral, Norge, Roper, and Kenmore models.
Do-It-Yourself Stories from Customers like You
The turntable in the microwave stopped going around. David J. • Happy Valley , OR • November 20, 2017
Very easy fix. Unplugged microwave, then lowered bottom panel, removed the two leads to the turntable motor, removed two screws attached to motor, removed old motor, put new spacer on motor stem, installed motor with same two screws, reattached the two wires, reattached panel ( after cleaning all the grease that built up over the last 6 years), plugged microwave in and good as new! Took me twenty minutes. Note: the two screws holding the motor were not Phillips like those holding the panel. So...
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