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Washer/Dryer Combo Drive Motor 279811
This part 279811 is compatible with:
- Product Type:
- Washer/Dryer Combo
- Brands:
- Maytag, Whirlpool, Kenmore, Crosley
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Common Problems Fixed by the Drive Motor
Based on customer reports and repair data, this part commonly fixes these issues:
Dryer not heating
Washer won't spin or agitate
Dryer overheating
Dryer stopped spinning
Dryer won't start
Dryer tripping breaker
Washer won't agitate
Washer won't spin
Washer is making loud noise
Dryer makes noise
Dryer drum not turning
About the Drive Motor
Most dryer drive motors have a centrifugal switch that energizes a start winding when the motor is first started and closes a heat cycle contact to allow the heat source to work. If the motor's centrifugal switch is faulty, either the motor won’t run or the motor will run but the dryer won’t heat. Since most centrifugal switches are not sold separately, the entire motor will need to be replaced if the switch is defective.
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