Amana Drum, Bulkhead, Front Parts

This bulkhead is the front tub housing that supports the washer drum and seals the washer cabinet to help contain water. Replaces a cracked or corroded housing to restore proper drum alignment and help prevent leaks. What it does:

• Provides structural support for the washer tub and drum assembly
• Forms the front seal surface to help keep water inside the washer
• Helps maintain correct drum alignment to reduce noise and wobble
• A failing bulkhead can cause visible leaks, excessive vibration, or rubbing noises

• Disconnect power and water supply before starting any repair
• Inspect surrounding seals, gaskets, and mounting hardware when replacing the bulkhead
• Replacement may require partial disassembly of the washer cabinet and drum; follow OEM instructions

This is a drum assembly intended for use with dryers. This part can be found inside the dryer and is responsible for holding clothing while a cycle is running. It holds wet laundry while loading the appliance. Over time and with use, the drum assembly can start to wear out. This can cause the dryer to squeal, start and stop during a cycle, make buzzing noises, or seize up.If the drum assembly is damaged, it will need to be replaced. Make sure to have basic tools and a pair of work gloves ready. The dryer should be turned off and unplugged from the wall. Raise the top panel, remove the front panel, and then remove the drum. The drum support roller should be taken out and installed on the new drum. Reinstall with the new component and reassemble all parts before use.The drum assembly is made to be used with dryers and washer/dryer combos from Inglis, Estate, Admiral, Crosley, Roper, Magic Chef, Amana, KitchenAid, Maytag, Kenmore, and Whirlpool. It is a genuine OEM replacement part that is sourced directly from the manufacturer. The part is sold on an individual basis.

This drum is the rotating tub that holds clothes and provides the tumbling action needed for cleaning or drying. It restores the drum surface and rotation area to help the appliance tumble items properly. What it does:

• Replaces a damaged, dented, or cracked drum to restore a smooth tumbling surface
• Supports normal rotation so clothes move through the wash or dry cycle evenly
• Helps reduce rubbing, scraping, or loud metal-on-metal noises from the cabinet
• Addresses symptoms like visible drum damage, fabric catching, or items not tumbling

• One replacement drum

• Disconnect power and water before starting any repair
• Installation typically requires disassembling the front or top panel and removing the old drum, belt, and related fasteners
• Inspect and replace worn belts, rollers, seals, or bearings while servicing the drum

The Bulkhead is an OEM component for Whirlpool dryers. As a structural panel, it secures the rear of the appliance while enabling airflow behind sliding doors. 

Formed from durable composite, the lightweight bulkhead installs easily into precise slotted tracks inside the chassis. This allows full retraction during maintenance without removing additional panels. 

Causes of a faulty bulkhead can include cracked welds or screws stripping their anchors from extreme force vibration over many years of use.

Causes of a bad bulkhead can include:

• Noisy rattling and resonance as the dryer operates  
• Restricted door movement from misalignment
• Inability to fully access internal components  
• Excessive ducting leaks from gasket compression failure

Replace yours with this genuine Whirlpool bulkhead to restore smooth, tight operation. Compatible with Kenmore, Maytag, and KitchenAid dryers.