Whirlpool WP661600 Washer 2 Speed Drive Motor

Part Number WP661600 replaces AP6010250, 661600, 661599, WP661599, 3349643, 3349644, 3349645, 3353177, 3363736, 3363737, 387780, 389248, 389248SKID, 3946897, 3951550, 62535, 62556, 661600SKID, 675936, 8117, 8528157, 8528158, 8577157, PS11743427, W10210608, WP661600VP.

Description
The Direct Drive Washer Motor is an OEM replacement part for Whirlpool washing machines. This powerful motor drives the agitation, spinning, and draining cycles, ensuring clothes are thoroughly washed and properly spun out. Without a functioning motor, the washer cannot operate efficiently.

Common causes of failure include normal wear over years of use, overheating from heavy or unbalanced loads, or electrical issues such as blown capacitors or short circuits. When the motor begins to fail, overall washing performance drops sharply.

Symptoms of a failing Direct Drive Washer Motor include:

• The washer not agitating or spinning
• Weak or inconsistent wash performance
• Humming, buzzing, or other unusual motor noises
• Burning smell during operation

This OEM Whirlpool part is also compatible with Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Magic Chef, Admiral, Nor