F25
KitchenAid Drive Motor Tachometer Error

Washer shows F25 and may not spin correctly or may stop with clothes wet.

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Safety Warning

This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.

If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.

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Possible Causes

Loose tachometer connector on motor, damaged tachometer coil, broken motor shaft magnet, wiring fault to control

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety First: Disconnect power and secure the washer to prevent tipping while working at the rear.

Step-by-step checks:

  • Access motor: Remove the rear panel and locate the drive motor.
  • Inspect tach connector: Identify the smaller tachometer connector on the motor (if separate) and ensure it is fully seated and not corroded.
  • Test tach coil: Measure resistance across the tach terminals. Compare to service spec (often 100–200 Ω). Spin the motor shaft by hand and verify a small AC voltage is generated.
  • Check magnet: Inspect the motor shaft magnet or rotor for cracks or dislodgement.

When to replace: Replace the drive motor if the tach coil or magnet is defective. If the motor tests good, suspect the motor control or main control board.

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Repair Difficulty

Hard 4/5

Required Part

Drive Motor Assembly
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