Customer Questions and Answers for Rubber Seal by Whirlpool

This rubber seal creates a tight barrier between mating components to keep water contained and stop drips. Replacing a flattened or cracked seal helps prevent leaks and protects nearby parts from moisture-related damage. What it does:

• Forms a watertight gasket between two parts in the assembly
• Helps prevent drips or seepage at the connection point
• Restores proper compression when the original seal hardens or deforms
• Common signs of failure: leaks, dampness, or visible cracking/flattening of the old seal

• 1 rubber seal

• Disconnect power; for water-bearing assemblies, shut off the water supply
• Access the seal location per your service information and note orientation/depth before removal
• Clean mating surfaces; lightly moisten the new seal with water or mild soap to ease installation
• Ensure the seal is fully seated, reassemble, and test for leaks