WG04F04455 Washer Motor with Inverter Board
The WG04F04455 is a genuine OEM GE washer motor with integrated inverter board designed for GE, Hotpoint, General Electric, Westinghouse, Monogram, Café, Moffat, Profile, McClary, and Kenmore top-load washing machines. This critical component is the primary drive system that rotates the wash basket during all wash and spin cycles. The drive motor is essential for proper washer function—without a functioning motor, the washer cannot agitate or spin and clothes will not be washed or dried. The WG04F04455 is a 2-speed direct drive motor rated for 120V AC operation with integrated inverter control board and is designed to provide reliable, efficient operation for all wash and spin cycles. The washer motor assembly is a complete assembly that includes all components necessary for installation. The washer motor with inverter board is constructed from premium materials including a 2-speed motor with permanent magnet rotor (provides high efficiency and variable speed control), integrated inverter control board (converts AC power to DC and controls motor speed and direction), heavy-duty motor housing (aluminum or steel construction for durability and heat dissipation), sealed ball bearings (provide smooth, quiet operation and long service life), motor shaft with drive coupling (connects directly to wash basket transmission without belts), electrical connector and wiring harness (provides connection to main control board), mounting bracket and hardware (secures motor to washer frame), and thermal protection circuitry (prevents motor overheating and damage). The WG04F04455 features a compact direct drive design that mounts to the bottom of the washer cabinet and connects directly to the wash basket transmission. The motor shaft has a drive coupling that engages with the transmission input shaft. The motor has an electrical connector that plugs into the washer wiring harness, allowing the main control board to send speed and direction commands to the inverter. The 2-speed design provides low-speed agitation during wash cycles and high-speed rotation during spin cycles. The WG04F04455 replaces older motor part numbers including 3029966, AH10059477, AH8746234, AP5789051, EA10059477, EA8746234, EAP10059477, EAP8746234, PS10059477, WH20X10030, and similar motors and features improved motor design for higher efficiency and longer lifespan (50% longer than previous generation), enhanced inverter control board for better speed regulation and smoother operation, upgraded motor bearings for quieter operation and reduced vibration, improved thermal protection for better overload resistance, optimized motor winding design for higher torque and faster spin speeds, and enhanced electrical connector for better conductivity and corrosion resistance across all compatible washer models. The washer motor with inverter board operates through electronic speed control: when the user selects a wash cycle and presses start, the main control board sends speed and direction commands to the motor inverter; the inverter converts 120V AC power to variable DC voltage; the inverter sends DC power to the motor windings in a specific sequence; the motor rotor (permanent magnets) is attracted to the energized windings and rotates; the inverter varies the voltage and switching sequence to control motor speed and direction; during wash cycles, the motor rotates at low speed to agitate the clothes; during spin cycles, the motor accelerates to high speed (up to 800-1000 RPM) to extract water; the main control board monitors motor speed using feedback from the inverter; if the motor speed is incorrect or the motor fails to start, the control board displays an error code and stops the cycle. Common failure causes include normal wear from age and continuous operation (typical motor lifespan 10-20 years with average use), motor bearing failure from wear or lack of lubrication (most common failure), inverter control board failure from power surges or component failure, motor winding failure from overheating or electrical stress, drive coupling wear or breakage, electrical connection failure from corrosion or loose terminals, water damage from leaks or seal failure, manufacturing defects, or premature failure from low-quality replacement motors. When the washer motor with inverter board fails, symptoms include washer will not start wash cycle (motor not running, most common symptom), washer makes loud grinding or squealing noise during operation (bearing failure), washer basket not rotating or rotating slowly (motor failure or inverter failure), washer stuck in one direction (inverter failure), washer not spinning or spinning slowly (motor failure or bearing failure), burning smell from motor area (motor overheating or winding failure), washer displaying motor error codes (E20, E21, E23, E24, etc.), or complete washer failure (motor unable to operate). The WG04F04455 is a direct replacement motor assembly that provides reliable, efficient operation for all wash and spin cycles and long service life. IMPORTANT: This part has been superseded by WG04F05512, which offers enhanced performance and reliability. NOTE: This is a heavy component (typically 12-18 lbs)—use proper lifting technique when handling. CRITICAL: Always unplug the washer and turn off water supply before working on the motor to prevent electrical shock and water damage. This repair involves working with heavy components and electrical systems—if uncomfortable with this repair, hire a qualified appliance technician.
Part Number WG04F04455 Replaced By Part Number WG04F05512, 3029966, WH20X10030, WH20X10035, WH20X10051, WH20X10057, WH20X10082, WH20X10092, WH20X10093
Supported Models:
GE
GTW460ASJWW, GTW460BSJWS, GTW465ASNWW, GTW465ASNWS, GTW485ASJWW, GTW485BSJWS, GTW500ASNWS, GTW500ASNWW, GTW520ASNWW, GTW520ASNWS, GTW525ASNWW, GTW525ASNWS, GTW540ASNWW, GTW540ASNWS, GTW550ASNWW, GTW550ASNWS, GTW680BSJWS, GTW680BSJWW, GTW685BSLWS, GTW685BSLWW, GTW720BSNWS, GTW720BSNWW, GTW750CSLWS, GTW750CSLWW
Hotpoint
HTW240ASKWS, HTW240ASKWW, HTW240SSKWS, HTW240SSKWW, HTW241ASKWS, HTW241ASKWW