At Fixya.com, our trusted experts are meticulously vetted and possess extensive experience in their respective fields. Backed by a community of knowledgeable professionals, our platform ensures that the solutions provided are thoroughly researched and validated.
About a day after this thing went out of warranty it started making a whining noise when the main motor is running. In the months that have passed it seems to be getting louder.
Should I replace the motor, the impeller, or something else.
I am very disappointed in this product - and Sears
Last time we checked (sometime last year), this unit was not on the recall list. I'd be tickled if that has changed since.
A sincere thanks for your interest66516032401 FS0505886
Last time we checked (sometime last year), this unit was not on the recall list. I'd be tickled if that has changed since.
A sincere thanks for your interest
To be fair to Sears I need to post a follow up. Turns out the motor was bad. The seal had leaked just enough to destroy the bearing. Sears came out and replaced it free of charge, parts and labor. Customer service found a way to extend warranty coverage. I suppose we got lucky and finally found a sympathetic set of ears.
Thanks for all the helpful input.To be fair to Sears I need to post a follow up. Turns out the motor was bad. The seal had leaked just enough to destroy the bearing. Sears came out and replaced it free of charge, parts and labor. Customer service found a way to extend warranty coverage. I suppose we got lucky and finally found a sympathetic set of ears.
Thanks for all the helpful input.
I have the same problem. Motor is whinning, cleaned out chopper and screen, still have the noise. I also noticed where water drops had formed on the bottom of the motor indicating that the seal has failed and allowed water to destroy the motor bearings. This is a total piss off because our last dishwasher lasted over 10 years and this one is just out of warranty and need a new motor. Very disappointed. However I did find the motor on ebay PN 8534942 for $47.99 and I'm very strongly considering buying it and changing the faulty motor rather than the complete assembly for $175.00.I have the same problem. Motor is whinning, cleaned out chopper and screen, still have the noise. I also noticed where water drops had formed on the bottom of the motor indicating that the seal has failed and allowed water to destroy the motor bearings. This is a total piss off because our last dishwasher lasted over 10 years and this one is just out of warranty and need a new motor. Very disappointed. However I did find the motor on ebay PN 8534942 for $47.99 and I'm very strongly considering buying it and changing the faulty motor rather than the complete assembly for $175.00.
Sorry forgot to tell you model number 665.16032402Sorry forgot to tell you model number 665.16032402
AnonymousDec 21, 2007
Exactly the same. Mild whine appeared at month 11 of warranty. Didn't think much of it. Now, at month 16 (after 12 month warranty), motor is so loud you can't carry on a discussion while it's running.
Scheduled Sears repair for January, but was told minimum charge would be $65. Contacted customer service about warranty and they said I am responsible for repairs after the warranty was up and that I should have bought a service contract. I'm hoping the repair person will have a better answer.Exactly the same. Mild whine appeared at month 11 of warranty. Didn't think much of it. Now, at month 16 (after 12 month warranty), motor is so loud you can't carry on a discussion while it's running.
Scheduled Sears repair for January, but was told minimum charge would be $65. Contacted customer service about warranty and they said I am responsible for repairs after the warranty was up and that I should have bought a service contract. I'm hoping the repair person will have a better answer.
AnonymousNov 04, 2008
I had the same failure on my DW. The seal had leaked and destroyed the front bearing on the motor. It did make plenty of noise before it went for at least a year. It lasted about 5.5 years total. I will put this appiance on a maintainance schedule and check that seal now about every 2 years. Shopped around for a new part here on the 'ney and am seeing one for about $110. Very poor design that doesn't last. Oh well. JoeI had the same failure on my DW. The seal had leaked and destroyed the front bearing on the motor. It did make plenty of noise before it went for at least a year. It lasted about 5.5 years total. I will put this appiance on a maintainance schedule and check that seal now about every 2 years. Shopped around for a new part here on the 'ney and am seeing one for about $110. Very poor design that doesn't last. Oh well. Joe
You can't post conmments that contain an email address.
The next time this bearing goes I will destroy this POS!!! And go right back to Sears and buy another and ***** and moan when it screws up!!! LOL! I'm gettin alittle jumpy...it's been over two years since the last bearing failed.
Problem is with the main pump motor bearing. Water leaking from the face seal enters the front bearing. After some time, the bearing wears out bringing on the loud noise. The motor is easy to remove but the bearing requires some time to remove. I did not have access to a press so I ground off the bearing an replaced it with a shielded 8mmx22mm type. Grainger p/n 1L001. The part is only $9 compared to over $200 for a replacement motor. It takes some time and disassembly of the dishwasher can be difficult but take your time and be ginger with the parts. The root of the problem seems to be the impeller. It screws onto the motor shaft and seems to work loose after time. Since its tightness compresses the face seal, when it loosens water can seep. No way to lock it in place after tightening. Weak design point.
Blueweals, on model number 66516032400 and 66516032401, there was a motor safety recall. I don't know if your model number starts or ends with these numbers, but I'm assuming so. If so, you should have had the motor replaced under a recall because of a potential fire hazard. Post back with a full model number and serial number and I will let you know if your dishwasher was included in this service flash...Catriver.
That's the model number but the serial number does not qualify. About the only thing you can check is the chopper which is under the filter screen and the motor. Sounds more like a motor issue to me. Part number for the sump and motor assy. 8535150. The job is not that hard, replaced many before..part should come with instructions...Catriver.That's the model number but the serial number does not qualify. About the only thing you can check is the chopper which is under the filter screen and the motor. Sounds more like a motor issue to me. Part number for the sump and motor assy. 8535150. The job is not that hard, replaced many before..part should come with instructions...Catriver.
You can't post conmments that contain an email address.
- If you need clarification, ask it in the comment box above.
- Better answers use proper spelling and grammar.
- Provide details, support with references or personal experience.
Tell us some more! Your answer needs to include more details to help people.You can't post answers that contain an email address.Please enter a valid email address.The email address entered is already associated to an account.Login to postPlease use English characters only.
Tip: The max point reward for answering a question is 15.
If your washing machine is making a high-pitched whine or squealing noise while running, the main culprit is usually worn motor bearings. To check the motor bearings, remove the belt and run the motor by itself, listening for the noise. If it makes the noise, than the problem is most likely the result of worn motor bearings.
If your washing machine is making a high-pitched whine or squealing noise while running,the main culprit is usually worn motor bearings.To check the motor bearings,remove the belt and run the motor by itself,listening for the noise.If it makes the noise,than the problem is most likely the result of worn motor bearings.
Have the tranny serviced with fluid change and filter, if noise it still there it is the torque converter . Have the dealer fix it ,and have it on paper with dealer invoice when it is done. Do all this before warranty expires. IT IS NOT USUAL for any car, Toyota included, to have tranny whine!!!!!
lean washer back against wall ..pump has 2 clips holding it on and 2 clamps holding hoses on ..you may try running machine with pump clamps removed and pump pulled off motor shaft first if noise diappears continue remove hose clamps and take pump completely off clean pump if possible something is probably stuck around or behind impeller if you can't find anything but are sure it's pump problem call service ..you want to use that warranty that comes with machine
How deep do you want to get into this?It sounds like the wash pump motor bearings that are worn.You can pull the unit out flip it over and wd40 the bearings in the motor or you can replace the bearings.Try to lube them first.
I believe you will trace this noise back to the evaporator fan motor inside the freezer making the noise. If you agree that the noise is coming from the evaporator fan motor inside the freezer it is not the motor that is responsible. Your model has a Main Mother Board on the outside rear wall of the freezer down low (about 10 screws hold square cover on over board). The Main Board is causing your noisy evaporator fan motor. Use caution when handling any electronic circuit board. Follow antistatic cautions. Static electricity in your body can damage these valuable circuit boards.
66516032401 FS0505886
Last time we checked (sometime last year), this unit was not on the recall list. I'd be tickled if that has changed since.
A sincere thanks for your interest
To be fair to Sears I need to post a follow up. Turns out the motor was bad. The seal had leaked just enough to destroy the bearing. Sears came out and replaced it free of charge, parts and labor. Customer service found a way to extend warranty coverage. I suppose we got lucky and finally found a sympathetic set of ears.
Thanks for all the helpful input.
I have the same problem. Motor is whinning, cleaned out chopper and screen, still have the noise. I also noticed where water drops had formed on the bottom of the motor indicating that the seal has failed and allowed water to destroy the motor bearings. This is a total piss off because our last dishwasher lasted over 10 years and this one is just out of warranty and need a new motor. Very disappointed. However I did find the motor on ebay PN 8534942 for $47.99 and I'm very strongly considering buying it and changing the faulty motor rather than the complete assembly for $175.00.
Sorry forgot to tell you model number 665.16032402
Exactly the same. Mild whine appeared at month 11 of warranty. Didn't think much of it. Now, at month 16 (after 12 month warranty), motor is so loud you can't carry on a discussion while it's running.
Scheduled Sears repair for January, but was told minimum charge would be $65. Contacted customer service about warranty and they said I am responsible for repairs after the warranty was up and that I should have bought a service contract. I'm hoping the repair person will have a better answer.
I had the same failure on my DW. The seal had leaked and destroyed the front bearing on the motor. It did make plenty of noise before it went for at least a year. It lasted about 5.5 years total. I will put this appiance on a maintainance schedule and check that seal now about every 2 years. Shopped around for a new part here on the 'ney and am seeing one for about $110. Very poor design that doesn't last. Oh well. Joe
×