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Dryer Drive Motor 279811

Part #279811
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Helpful DIY instructions: Installation guide with video.

Special details: Before you replace motor 279811, check for a blown thermal fuse on electric dryers or a failed door switch on gas and electric dryers.

This drive motor (part number 279811) is for dryers.

Drive motor 279811 turns the drive belt that spins the dryer drum.

Unplug the dryer before installing this part. Wear work gloves to protect your hands.

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Easy to install and quiet
November 17, 2021|Highstro, New Oxford, PA

I had the new motor in and drying clothes in just under an hour. The new motor was a direct replacement to the old one. No rewiring needed. It is a quiet running motor as well.

Ease of InstallationVery Easy
Duration of Installation30 minutes - 1 hour

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