Parts for Kenmore 346.2701680 (3462701680, 346 2701680): Attachment Parts

This wire retaining ring secures the door boot (bellow) to the front tub on front-load washers. It keeps the gasket seated to maintain a watertight seal, helping prevent leaks when the washer fills, agitates, and spins.

• Secures the door boot/gasket to the outer tub opening
• Maintains a watertight seal during wash and spin cycles
• Helps prevent the boot from slipping off the tub lip
• Common symptoms: water leaking at the front, a loose or detached boot, or a broken/missing ring

• Unplug the washer and shut off water; wear gloves and eye protection—the ring is under spring tension
• Release the outer boot clamp and fold the boot inward to access the inner ring
• Seat the boot evenly on the tub rim, then expand and fit the ring into its groove; verify it's fully seated all the way around
• Reassemble and run a quick test cycle to check for leaks

This electromechanical SPDT 24V relay switches a single circuit between two outputs to control motors, valves, or heaters. It provides the reliable on/off switching appliances need to run specific components when commanded. What it does:

• Energizes a 24V coil to open or close the common contact to the normally open or normally closed contact
• Controls motors, pumps, fans, or heating elements when the appliance control board sends a 24V signal
• Common replacement when an appliance component does not start or cycles incorrectly due to a failed relay
• Designed for panel or chassis mounting in appliance control systems

• Turn off and unplug the appliance before servicing to avoid shock or injury.
• Verify connector orientation and terminal fit; match wire positions exactly when replacing.
• If soldering or crimping, use appropriate tools and make secure connections to prevent intermittent faults.