{"product_id":"dc31-00054d-washer-drain-pump","title":"DC31-00054D DC31-00187A Washer Drain Pump Motor For Samsung","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDC31-00054D \/ DC31-00187A Washing Machine Drain Pump Motor Replacement\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Efficiency Magnetic Core:\u003c\/strong\u003e Features a precision-wound electromagnetic copper stator designed to deliver consistent torque, enabling the pump to evacuate water rapidly during the drain and spin cycles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVibration-Isolated Impeller:\u003c\/strong\u003e Equipped with a dynamically balanced, high-impact composite impeller blade assembly that maximizes water displacement while minimizing operation noise and vibration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFactory 2-Terminal Connection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed with standard 1\/4-inch male spade terminals, providing a direct plug-and-play electrical connection without the need for wire cutting or splicing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThermal Overload Protection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Built-in internal safety thermal fuse automatically cuts power to the motor if it becomes jammed by debris, preventing electrical shorts or fire hazards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUniversal 3-Screw Mount:\u003c\/strong\u003e Engineered with a standard 3-hole flange pattern, allowing the motor to mount directly onto the existing plastic pump housing (volute) assembly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGeneral Specification:\u003c\/strong\u003e 120V, 60Hz, 35W to 45W Drain Pump Motor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReplaces \/ Cross-Reference Part Numbers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAP5583541\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePS4204640\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDC31-00178A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDC31-00187A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDC97-16530D\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDC97-20621A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePX3516-01\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2754406\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEAP4204640\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eERDC31-00054D\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility \u0026amp; Fitment\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis replacement motor fits standard drain pump housing configurations used by major appliance brands. Key compatible series include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSamsung Front-Load Washers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fits popular WF series models (e.g., WF42H5200AW, WF45H5000AW, WF42H5000AW, WF365BTBGWR).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSamsung Top-Load Washers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compatible with WA series high-efficiency units (e.g., WA400PJHDWR, WA45H7000AW, WA50F9A6DSW).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKenmore \/ Sears:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fits 402-prefix front-load and top-load washers manufactured by Samsung.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e This product is the \u003cstrong\u003emotor only\u003c\/strong\u003e. It does not include the large plastic filter housing body. You will reuse your existing plastic housing during installation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhen to Replace\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWasher Displaying \"nd\" or \"5C \/ 5E\" Error Codes:\u003c\/strong\u003e These specific fault codes indicate a drainage failure where the machine is unable to clear water within the designated time limit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLoud Humming or Grinding Noise:\u003c\/strong\u003e If the washer makes a loud growling sound when it tries to drain, the internal bearings or shaft of the pump motor have failed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Left in Tub:\u003c\/strong\u003e If the cycle stops before the spin phase and leaves the tub full of dirty water, the motor is likely seized or burned out.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntermittent Pumping:\u003c\/strong\u003e If the motor runs sometimes but cuts out when the water gets hot, the internal thermal protection is tripping due to an aged, failing motor coil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSafety First:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eCRITICAL:\u003c\/strong\u003e Disconnect the washer from the wall outlet and turn off both water supply valves. 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