Drive Motor
The 279787 is a drive motor for Whirlpool dryer. Significant disassembly required. Compare prices from top sellers.
Replaces: 158, 3387185, 3388237, 3388238, 3391890, 3391891, 3391893, 3395654, 661655, 8528320, 8538263, 8539556, AP3094233, W10250900, W10317045, W10396028, W10438969, W10508322
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Go to StoreThis Dryer Drive Motor and Pulley Assembly rotates the dryer belt to spin the drum and includes the pulley to which the dryer belt attaches. To access the part, you'll need to remove the front panel of the dryer. If your appliance stops turning during the drying cycle, won't turn on at all or doesn't spin, replacing this part may alleviate these issues. Replacing this part will require basic hand tools, some disassembly of the dryer and novice repair experience. You must unplug the dryer or shut off the house circuit breaker for the appliance before installing this part. Recommended Item: Blower Wheel (item 1245880) for exhaust with clamp. If the dryer does not heat properly then this wheel may be stripped causing an air flow problem.
Part Specification
• This product is a Factory Certified Part. These three words represent quality parts and accessories designed specifically for your appliance. Time tested engineering that meets our strict quality specifications
• This product is a replacement part
• Package contains (1) Front Load Dryer Drive Motor and Pulley Assembly
• Tools Needed: Multi screwdriver, 1/2" nut driver, 7/8" wrench
Part Specification
• This product is a Factory Certified Part. These three words represent quality parts and accessories designed specifically for your appliance. Time tested engineering that meets our strict quality specifications
• This product is a replacement part
• Package contains (1) Front Load Dryer Drive Motor and Pulley Assembly
• Tools Needed: Multi screwdriver, 1/2" nut driver, 7/8" wrench
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Common Problems This Part Fixes
Won't start
Won't tumble
Shuts off mid-cycle
Trips breaker or blows fuse
Repair difficulty: Advanced - significant disassembly and multiple tools required
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