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.
Do-It-Yourself Stories from Customers like You
25 year old trash compactor motor quit working Robert O. • Pace , FL • May 18, 2014
Replaced the motor with a direct replacement part. The wiring was not the same because the switch on the motor was different. The instructions that came with the motor were enough for me to figure out what to do.
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