ICP Fan Motor for WAPL184A1 — ECM X-13 1/3 HP Motor Control | Ships Today
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Overview
This is a genuine OEM ECM X-13 blower motor control assembly (part number 1185270) for the ICP/Tempstar/Heil WAPL184A1 air handler. The X-13 is a constant-torque ECM (electronically commutated motor) rated at 1/3 HP that drives the indoor blower wheel, delivering quiet, efficient, and consistent airflow across heating and cooling modes. Unlike a standard PSC motor, the X-13 uses an integrated electronic control module to hold a programmed torque setting, which improves comfort and lowers electrical consumption. When this motor or its control module fails you will typically see no indoor airflow, intermittent blower operation, error codes at the control board, overheating, or a unit that runs but never moves conditioned air.
Specifications
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Part Number | 1185270 |
| Type | ECM X-13 Motor Control |
| Brand | ICP (Tempstar / Heil) |
| Horsepower | 1/3 HP |
| Motor Style | Constant-Torque ECM, Variable Speed |
| Application | Indoor Blower / Air Handler |
| Fitment | OEM |
Compatibility
Engineered as the factory replacement for the ICP/Tempstar/Heil WAPL184A1 air handler. Always verify the part number on your existing motor against 1185270 before ordering, as ICP uses multiple ECM sizes across the WAPL platform.
Installation Guide
- Safety First — Disconnect power at the breaker and verify zero voltage with a multimeter before touching any wiring.
- Access — Remove the air handler blower access panel.
- Document — Photograph all motor and control-module wire connections before disconnecting anything.
- Remove — Disconnect the power and control harnesses, loosen the blower-wheel set screw, slide the motor out of the housing, and transfer the wheel and mounting band to the new motor.
- Install — Mount the new X-13 motor, reinstall the blower wheel concentric in the housing, and reconnect every lead exactly per your photos.
- Test — Restore power and confirm the blower ramps to its programmed speed in both heat and cool calls.
Signs You Need a Replacement
- No indoor airflow even though the system is calling for heat or cool.
- Blower starts then stops, hunts, or runs at the wrong speed.
- Burning smell, overheating, or a motor that is hot to the touch.
- Control board reporting motor or communication faults.
Shipping & Returns
Ships same day before 3 PM CST. 30-day returns. Backed by the National HVAC Parts fitment guarantee.
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- 30-day returns on unused parts in original packaging
- Electrical parts (capacitors, contactors, control boards) are final sale once installed
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