The Whirlpool W11354542 Washing Machine Stator is an essential part of your washing machine's motor. It is the stationary component that works with the rotating rotor to generate the force that spins the drum. When energized, 1the stator consists of metal laminations with wire windings that generate a magnetic field. As the current flows through the windings, the stator's magnetic field interacts with the magnets in the rotor, causing it to spin. This rotation is then transferred to the drum, which agitates your clothes throughout the wash cycle. A working stator is required for a thorough and efficient wash. A faulty stator can cause the washer to stop spinning or make grinding noises.