Whirlpool Dryer Motors

Whirlpool Dryer Motor

Dryer motors used today are the non-repairable type with a serviceable, externally-mounted centrifugal switch.

Depending on design, some of these motors are cemented together and others welded. In either case, the construction makes them non-repairable internally.

These motors have a double-end threaded shaft which drives the drum belt from one end and drives the blower fan on the other.

Motors rotate in a counterclockwise direction, looking at the switch end. They also are equipped with a built-in overload protector.

Looking at the other end of the disposable motor, you will see that the motor shaft on that end is threaded.

These are left-hand threads for the blower. A left hand thread is used to prevent the blower from loosening during operation.

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