Washer motor hums. Out of ideas.

Drive shaft turns freely.

I have removed and checked the pump for obstructions: none.

Replace the motor capacitor. No change.

Replaced the motor switch. No Change.

Removed the transmission. Internal gears appear to be OK. Clutch is good.

Outside of the unit, I ran the transmission/motor assy. Motor runs but bearing making grinding noise)

Replaced motor.

Double checked all connections.

After all the above, the Motor still doesn't start, but hums.

Update (05/27/2022)

Additional troubleshooting. I removed the new motor from the pump and gearbox and set it on the floor. I reconnected the switch and capacitor. When I turn on the washer, the motor doesn't turn, only hums. It's a brand new motor, I don't get it. I also confirmed that the lid switch is working properly.

Update (06/06/2022)

Update 6/6/22:

Summary of what I've done, all to no avail. The motor hums but doesn't turn when I turn on the washer.

Transmission coupler is good.

Replaced capacitor

Replaced motor switch

Swapped motor

Swapped transmission

Replaced clutch

Replaced timer

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3 Comments:

albertcatelani what is the exact model number for your washer? when you attach a multimeter toy uor washer motor and turn your washer on, what voltages do you get. The humming could be cause by an undervoltage.

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It's a Kenmoore Series 80 (black top) 110.92282800. I haven't checked what you suggest, but are you thinking that my house power is low?

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@albertcatelani not your house but just to your motor. Check and see what you get

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