ICP X-13 ECM Blower Motor for WAXL184A1 — 1/3 HP | Ships Today
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Overview
This is a genuine OEM X-13 ECM motor control / blower motor (part number 1185268) rated at 1/3 HP for the ICP WAXL184A1. The X-13 is a constant-torque electronically commutated motor that drives the indoor blower wheel, moving conditioned air through the duct system. Compared to a standard PSC motor it runs cooler, draws less power, and holds a programmed torque across changing static pressure. When an ECM blower motor fails you will see weak or no airflow, the motor humming without spinning, intermittent shutdowns, or error/diagnostic codes from the control board. A motor that runs hot, makes bearing noise, or only starts with a push is at the end of its service life.
Specifications
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Part Number | 1185268 |
| Type | X-13 ECM Constant-Torque Blower Motor |
| Brand | ICP / Tempstar / Heil |
| Horsepower | 1/3 HP |
| Motor Technology | ECM (Electronically Commutated) |
| Application | Furnace / Air Handler Blower |
| Fits Model | WAXL184A1 |
Compatibility
This X-13 ECM motor is the factory replacement for the ICP WAXL184A1 and is shared across matching Tempstar, Heil, and Comfortmaker air handlers and furnaces built on the same blower platform. Confirm the part number 1185268, the 1/3 HP rating, and the motor mount and shaft dimensions against your existing motor before ordering.
Installation Guide
- Safety First — Disconnect power at the breaker and verify zero voltage at the motor leads with a multimeter.
- Access — Remove the blower compartment service panel and slide out the blower assembly if required.
- Document — Photograph the motor wiring harness, ground, and the blower wheel position on the shaft.
- Remove — Loosen the blower wheel set screw, unbolt the motor from the housing, and disconnect the power and control harness.
- Install — Mount the new X-13 motor, slide the blower wheel to the documented position and tighten the set screw, then reconnect the harness and ground per your photo.
- Test — Restore power and verify the blower ramps to the correct speed with steady, vibration-free airflow.
Signs You Need a Replacement
- Weak airflow or no airflow at the registers
- Motor hums or buzzes but will not spin up
- Bearing noise, grinding, or wobble from the blower
- Blower cycles on and off or throws a motor fault code
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