W11105178 Whirlpool Dryer Drum Drive Motor

Dryer Drum Drive Motor

Whirlpool brands include Amana, KitchenAid, Maytag, Jenn-Air, Magic Chef, Roper, and Admiral. Whirlpool also manufactures products for Sears-Kenmore and Ikea. The motor drive is an OEM part designed for Whirlpool electric dryers. Positioned behind the drum, it houses the electric motor that drives the tumbling and spinning actions of the dryer drum during each cycle. It accurately manages the torque required to dry loads within the preset time limits.

Signs of a failing motor drive include:

- The dryer drum does not spin or rotates slowly
- Unusual noises from the back of the dryer
- The dryer takes a long time to complete cycles
- Bulging, cracked, or worn belts around the motor pulley

Heavy loads and continuous use will eventually wear down motor drives. Other potential causes include shocks that damage internal mechanisms or failures in motor regulation components over years of heating and cooling. Replacing the drive with a new OEM part ensures reliable drying performance. This replacement is also compatible with models from Maytag, Jenn-Air, Amana, Roper, and others.