Whirlpool Washer Dryer Drive Motor - 279827

Whirlpool Dryer Drive Motor - 279827

Restore drum rotation and proper airflow with this genuine OEM Whirlpool Dryer Drive Motor - 279827. This drive motor turns the dryer drum and blower so clothes can tumble and heated air can move through the cabinet correctly.

279827 is a genuine OEM Whirlpool dryer drive motor with pulley used on direct-drive dryer platforms. It is commonly replaced when the motor hums, overheats, or the drum will not run even though the dryer has power. Major parts sources also note the blower wheel uses left-hand threads on supported models.

Compatibility: Fits supported dryer platforms that call for this exact part number.

Fits These Brands / Families: Fits select Whirlpool, KitchenAid, Maytag, Amana, Jenn-Air, Estate, Roper, Admiral, Inglis, and select Kenmore dryer platforms that call for this exact part number.

Please confirm fitment with your appliance model number before ordering.

Is it time to replace?

• Common Symptoms: Dryer will not tumble, motor hums but will not start, burning smell, or the drum stops while the timer continues.
• Visible/Sensory Cues: Overheated motor smell, seized shaft, loud buzzing, or visible pulley damage.

Pro Tip: If the motor needs replacement, inspect the blower wheel and belt at the same time because seized or damaged companion parts can overload a new motor.

Technical Specifications

Legacy part number(s)/code(s): W10194250, W10366770, W10396029, W10396032, W10448892, 299992, 336351, 337099, 337100, 337351, 3388209, 3388234, 3388235, 3390033, 339088, 3391886, 3391887, 3391888, 3392857, 3395652, 3395653, 339627, 35-2524, 339672, 3398046, 340907, 343029, 343234, 345437, 346744, 348804, 349587, 349588, 349808, 349954, 3976707, 3980069, 4319349, 660199, 660617

Please note: These legacy parts have been replaced by this item. They may not look exactly the same, but the manufacturer of these appliances has assured us that they will function properly.

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