Customer Questions and Answers for Cover Plate Seal (Transition Duct) by Whirlpool

This gasket fits between the dishwasher's transition duct and its cover plate. It creates a tight barrier that helps keep wash water and steam contained, protecting the door cavity from moisture intrusion.

• Seals the joint between the transition duct and cover plate in the inner door vent path
• Helps prevent water or steam leakage from the vent area
• Replace if the seal is torn, deformed, brittle, missing, or leaking around the vent

• Disconnect power and turn off the water supply before servicing
• Remove the outer door panel to access the transition duct and cover plate
• Note the seal's orientation, remove the old gasket, and clean mating surfaces
• Seat the new seal evenly and reassemble; test a short cycle to check for leaks