Technician holding Whirlpool WP661600 washer motor

Washer Not Agitating or Spinning?

Name: Whirlpool WP661600 AP6010250 Washer 2-Speed Direct Drive Motor
Brand: OEM Compatible for Whirlpool
SKU: WP661600

The Whirlpool WP661600 AP6010250 2-Speed Direct Drive Motor powers agitation, spin, and drain. If your washer fills but won’t move, hums, or leaves clothes dripping wet, the drive motor may be worn or failing.

This OEM-compatible replacement restores strong wash action, proper spin speed, and reliable draining—without paying OEM prices.

What This Motor Does

The WP661600 motor reverses direction for agitation and spin, driving your washer’s mechanical system through the direct-drive coupling and transmission.

★ This OEM-compatible WP661600 motor is priced LOWER than big OEM suppliers while delivering dependable performance.

Cross Reference Part Numbers

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

All numbers above cross-reference to this OEM-compatible replacement. Always confirm fit by entering your model number.

Causes of a Bad WP661600 Motor

Normal wear and tear
Overheating from overloaded cycles
Motor strain from seized pump or transmission
Shorted windings or electrical failure
Running with a worn direct-drive coupling

Symptoms of Failure

Washer will not agitate or spin
Weak or inconsistent spin speeds
Humming sound from motor without movement
Motor overheats or trips breaker
Burning smell or scorched wiring

How to Replace the WP661600 Motor

Unplug washer and pull forward.
Remove cabinet or front panel.
Disconnect wiring and pump.
Remove motor mounting clips/bolts.
Inspect or replace direct drive coupling.
Install new motor and reconnect wiring.
Reassemble cabinet and run test cycle.

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Questions & Answers

Maria — April 4, 2024
Model Number: 110.26932692

My Whirlpool washer fills and starts to agitate, but the cycle stops as soon as it tries to switch into spin. It just hums and won’t drain the water out. I checked the pump for clogs and didn’t see anything. Could the motor be the cause?

Answer: Hi Maria. If the washer hums when shifting from wash to spin, that’s often a sign the motor WP661600 is locking up under load. You should also inspect the direct-drive coupling. But based on your description, the motor is the most likely cause.

Jeff — January 12, 2025
Model Number: LSR5132JQ1

I’m testing the windings on my 2-speed motor. The high-speed winding reads 7.6 ohms, but the low-speed side shows infinite resistance. Does that mean the motor is dead?

Answer: Hi Jeff. Yes — an open winding (infinite resistance) means the low-speed circuit is burned out. The WP661600 motor assembly must be replaced.

Caroline — June 18, 2024
Model Number: 110.21102012

My old Whirlpool washer has a square component mounted on the side of the motor with wires going into it. It looks like a capacitor. Do I reuse it on the new motor?

Answer: Hi Caroline. Yes — that’s the motor start capacitor (part WP8572717). You’ll reuse it unless it’s bulging, cracked, or leaking. It is mounted directly to the motor on some models.

Chad — September 3, 2025
Model Number: 110.29852990

My washer fills during every cycle, even during spin, and then just stops. The motor never runs. Could this be the motor or timer?

Answer: Hello Chad. When a washer fills at the wrong times and doesn’t agitate or spin, the pressure switch or water-level hose is usually the cause. The motor won’t run unless the switch confirms proper water level. Check the pressure switch before replacing the motor.

Randy — November 21, 2024
Model Number: GSQ9632LW0

When my washer starts to spin, I hear rapid clicking for a few seconds and then it continues normally. No burning smell or issues. Is this the motor going bad?

Answer: Hi Randy. The clicking is usually the motor overload protector tripping briefly. This can be caused by a weak capacitor WP8572717, a pump dragging, or a motor beginning to fail. The capacitor should read between 189–227 microfarads.

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Appliance repair involves electrical components, water connections, sharp edges, and other hazards. All diagnostics and installations should be performed by a licensed professional appliance technician.
Information on this page is provided for general educational purposes only and is not a substitute for formal service training.
If you are not fully confident in performing the repair safely, always hire a qualified appliance service professional.

Models That Use Whirlpool WP661600 / AP6010250 2-Speed Drive Motor

This OEM-compatible 2-speed direct-drive motor fits the following Whirlpool-built top-load washers. Always verify using your model number.

Whirlpool Models:

LSR5132HQ0, LSR5132HQ1, LSR5132HN0, LSR5132HN1, LSR5233EQ0, LSR5233EQ1, LSR5233EQ2, LSR5233EQ3, LSR5233LW0, LSR5232LQ0, LSR5232LQ1, LSR6233EQ0, LSR6233EQ1, LSR6233JQ0, LSR6233JQ1, LSR7233EQ0, LSR7233EQ1, LSR8433KQ0, LSR8433KQ1, LSR8433KQ2, LA5230XTW0, LA5230XTW1, LA5530XTW0, LA5530XTW1, LA5580XSW0, LA5580XSW1, LA7680XWW0, LA7680XWW1, LA9400XTW0, LA9400XTW1, LA9800XWW0, LA9800XWW1, LSQ8520JQ0, LSQ8520JQ1, LSQ8520JQ2, LSQ8520KQ0, LSQ8520KQ1, LSQ8520KQ2, LSQ9549LW0, LSQ9549LW1, LSQ9549LV0, LSQ9549LV1, LSQ9659PW0, LSQ9659PW1, LSQ9659PW2, LSQ9665JQ0, LSQ9665JQ1, LSQ9665JQ2, LSQ9670PW0, LSQ9670PW1, LSQ9670PW2, LSQ8000JQ0, LSQ8000JQ1, LSQ8000LW0, LSQ8000LW1, LSQ9010LW0, LSQ9010LW1, LSQ9200JQ0, LSQ9200JQ1, LSQ9200JQ2, LSC9355EQ0, LSC9355EQ1, LSC9355EQ2, LSC9355DW0, LSC9355DW1, LSC9750PW0, LSC9750PW1, LSB6200KQ0, LSB6200KQ1, LSB6300LW0, LSB6300LW1

Whirlpool Cabrio (Early Direct-Drive):

WTW5200VQ0, WTW5200VQ1, WTW5300VW0

Kenmore 110-Series Models:

110.20022012, 110.20032010, 110.20042011, 110.20102013, 110.20112010, 110.20202010, 110.20202011, 110.20222012, 110.20232013, 110.21062010, 110.21082010, 110.21102012, 110.21102013, 110.21112011, 110.21202010, 110.21262010, 110.21282012, 110.21302010, 110.21302012, 110.21302013, 110.21352012, 110.21402010, 110.21462010, 110.21482012, 110.21502010, 110.21512011, 110.21522010, 110.21602011, 110.21602012, 110.21682010, 110.21692011, 110.21702012, 110.21712011, 110.21722012, 110.21802013, 110.21812011, 110.21882010, 110.21892012, 110.21902010, 110.21902011, 110.21922012, 110.21992010, 110.26912691, 110.26922692, 110.26932693, 110.26942694, 110.26952695, 110.26962690, 110.26962691, 110.26972690, 110.26982691, 110.26992692, 110.27812690, 110.27822691, 110.27832692, 110.27842693, 110.27852694, 110.27862695, 110.27952692, 110.28902990, 110.28902991, 110.28922990, 110.28922991, 110.28932990, 110.28932991

Roper Models:

RTW4340SQ0, RTW4340SQ1, RTW4450VQ0, RTW4450VQ1, RTW4516FW0, RTW4516FW1, RTW4640YQ0, RTW4640YQ1, RTW4641BQ0, RTW4641BQ1, RAX4232JQ0, RAX4232JQ1, RAX4232KQ0, RAX4232KQ1

Estate Models:

ETW4400VQ0, ETW4400VQ1, ETW4600YQ0, ETW4600YQ1, ETW4800XQ0, ETW4800XQ1

Crosley Models:

CW6000W, CW7000W, CW7500W, VAW3584GW1, VAW3584GW2

KitchenAid Direct-Drive:

KAWE450WWH0, KAWE450WWH1, KAWE560WWH0, KAWE560WWH1, KAWE570WWH0, KAWE570WWH1, KAWE577BW0, KAWE577BW1

Maytag (Whirlpool-built):

MVWC200BW0, MVWC200BW1, MVWC300VW0, MVWC300VW1, MVWC400VQ0, MVWC400VQ1, MVWC415EW0, MVWC415EW1

These Whirlpool-built direct-drive washers all use the same reversible 2-speed motor design. If your model number appears above, WP661600 is the correct OEM-compatible replacement motor.