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Dryer Drive Motor (replaces 3391087, 3391892, 3395655, 8535932, 8538266, 8539559, W10396030, W10448888) 279811

Dryer Drive Motor (replaces 3391087, 3391892, 3395655, 8535932, 8538266, 8539559, W10396030, W10448888) 279811

Part #279811

Online Only Price
$197.23 | 
6% OFF Phone Price : $209.23
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60-day return policy
Replacement information
Part #W10448888
Part #W10396030
Part #8538266
Part #8535932
Part #3391087

Part Information

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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Reviews

Easy to install and quiet
November 17, 2021

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.

Highstro, New Oxford, PA

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Ease of Installation
Very Easy
Duration of Installation
30 minutes - 1 hour

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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