Parts for Whirlpool WTW5550XW2: 02 - Console And Dispenser Parts

Dissolves odor-causing residue and mildew buildup in washing machine tubs. Use every 30 washes to maintain freshness. Verify fit with your model.

Control console for washers. Houses display, buttons, and controls. Replace if cracked, damaged, or buttons are unresponsive. Mounts to top panel.

This user interface assembly is the washer's front console control board that accepts button/touchpad input and communicates cycle selections to the main control, restoring responsive controls and display feedback. What it does:

• Receives and processes button or touchpad commands from the console
• Sends selected cycle and option signals to the washer's main control board
• Provides display and indicator feedback for cycle status and settings
• Commonly replaced when buttons are unresponsive, the console display is blank, or controls do not register input

• Disconnect power to the washer before starting any repair to avoid shock or damage
• Handle the board and ribbon connectors carefully; avoid bending contacts or pulling on wires
• Use anti-static precautions when handling circuit boards to prevent ESD damage

The Screw is an OEM component compatible with Whirlpool washing machines. This screw secures the rear panel onto the cabinet frame, ensuring a sturdy connection between housing components.  Proper installation is critical for the washer's structural integrity.

Causes of a bad screw include corrosion from repeated water exposure or stresses from years of use. Loosening can occur from vibrations weakening the threads over time. 

Symptoms of a bad screw include:

• Rear panel detaching from frame opening gaps
• Increased noise and vibrations from a compromised seal  
• Stress on other connections from improper mounting points
• Potential leak paths from openings near hoses or tub areas

This OEM Whirlpool replacement screw helps maintain a tight panel closure. It is compatible with additional brands like Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Magic Chef, Admiral, Norge, Roper, and Kenmore models.

The Console Clip is an OEM part compatible with Whirlpool dryers. This clip secures the control console assembly to the top panel, ensuring it is firmly mounted during operation. Properly functioning clips are necessary to maintain the correct alignment of controls and prevent detachment. 

Causes of a bad clip can include wear and fatigue from repeated opening and closing of the dryer door. Excessive force or impact could also bend or break the clip over time.

Symptoms of a bad clip include:

• Loose console assembly that is not securely fastened  
• Misaligned or dangling controls that do not sit flush
• Dislodged console at risk of detaching from housing
• Missing clip leaving an open mounting point

This OEM Whirlpool replacement clip is also compatible with Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Magic Chef, Admiral, Norge, Roper, and Kenmore models.

Fix a washer that beeps, flashes lights, hums briefly, then stops. This electronic control board restores normal cycle operation and resolves error codes.

Rear panel for laundry center units. Replaces damaged, cracked, or missing exterior back panels. Restores proper cabinet enclosure and appearance.

This screw is used to secure the handle end cap to the center of the door. The screw size measures 8-18 x 1/2 inches.

Size: 1/4 inch hex head, 10-12 x 1/2 inch.

If your laundry center won't power on or has a damaged cord, this power cord replacement restores electrical connection. Simple plug-in repair.

The Screw is an OEM component compatible with Whirlpool washing machines. This screw secures the rear bulkhead to the tub, ensuring vibrations are reduced through solid mounting points. Properly installed screws dampen oscillating movement.

Causes of a bad screw include damage from water exposure like corrosion or breakage from stress concentrations if the tub bangs around during imbalanced loads. 

Symptoms of a bad screw include:

• Loose or detached rear bulkhead allowing side-to-side play
• Excessive noise and shaking felt through the surrounding walls   
• Development of micro-cracks around screw holes over time
• Potential leak paths if holes are no longer sealed 

This Whirlpool replacement screw restores a stable suspension system. It is compatible with additional brands like Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Magic Chef, Admiral, Norge, Roper, and Kenmore models.

This assembly includes the dispenser housing along with integrated hot and cold water inlet valves for a top-load or front-load washing machine. It controls the flow of water into the machine and routes it through the detergent and fabric softener dispensers. Replace this assembly if the washer is not filling with water, fills slowly, leaks at the inlet connections, or if the dispenser is not properly directing water to the wash tub.

Fix a washer that won't fill with cold water or continuously runs with a new inlet valve. DIY-friendly repair, typically takes 20-30 minutes to replace.

Fix a washer that won't fill with hot water or leaks near the back valves. This inlet valve controls hot water flow. Easy DIY repair in 20 minutes.

Dissolves odor-causing residue and mildew buildup in washing machine tubs. Use every 30 washes to maintain freshness. Verify fit with your model.

Wire harness for washers connects electrical components within the control system. Replace if wiring is damaged, frayed, or connections are loose or broken.

This is a genuine replacement mounting screw that secures appliance components and panels so parts stay aligned and stable. Installing the correct screw restores proper fit and helps eliminate vibration or loose panels. What it does:

• Fastens panels, brackets, or small components in place
• Replaces missing, stripped, or damaged screws that cause loose parts
• Helps stop rattling, vibration, or misaligned panels
• Restores secure connections after repairs or part replacement

• One mounting screw

• Unplug the appliance or disconnect power before starting work
• Use the correct screwdriver bit to avoid stripping the head
• Tighten until snug; avoid over-tightening which can strip threads or crack plastic
• Keep removed hardware organized so you can reuse existing screws when applicable

This replacement screw secures panels, brackets, and other components in your appliance to keep them aligned and rattle-free. Replacing worn, stripped, or missing hardware restores a tight fit and helps maintain safe, quiet operation.

• Fastens panels, brackets, or internal parts to the cabinet/frame
• Helps maintain alignment to reduce vibration and rattling
• Replaces lost, stripped, or corroded screws
• Common symptoms: loose panels/trim, rattles, or a screw that won't tighten

• Disconnect power; shut off water or gas if applicable
• Match thread and length to the original; replace one at a time to keep alignment
• Start threads by hand to avoid cross-threading; use the correct driver
• Tighten snugly—do not overtighten, especially into plastic or thin sheet metal

This is the pull-out dispenser drawer located at the top front of a washing machine, used to hold detergent, bleach, and fabric softener in separate compartments. The drawer channels each product into the wash drum at the correct point in the cycle. Replace it if the drawer is cracked, warped, or clogged with residue buildup that prevents proper dispensing of laundry products.

The Switch Mounting Screw is an OEM part compatible with Whirlpool washing machines. This screw securely mounts the cycle selector switch within the control console assembly. Proper fastening ensures dependable operation of control functions.  

Causes of a bad mounting screw can stem from stress cracks developing over multiple years of operation. Vibrations accumulate, slowly loosening connections housed in a wet environment.

Symptoms of a bad mounting screw include:

• Loose or rattling switch within the console face  
• Difficulty selecting cycles as buttons wobble out of place
• Water intrusion hastening corrosion of electrical terminals
• Potential shock hazards if live connections are exposed

This Whirlpool replacement screw restores a tight mounting point. It is compatible with brands like Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Magic Chef, Admiral, Norge, Roper, and Kenmore models.

This is a D-shaped knob insert or spring clip that fits inside a control knob and connects it to the control shaft on the dryer's front panel. It ensures the knob grips the shaft properly so you can turn the timer or selector. Replace this insert if your control knob spins freely without engaging the shaft or if the knob feels loose and won't stay in position.

This is a handle used on the washer's dispenser area, typically mounted on the front panel. It allows you to pull open the detergent or fabric softener dispenser drawer smoothly. Replace this handle if it is cracked, broken, or has snapped off, making it difficult to open or close the dispenser drawer.

Replacement mounting nut secures panels, brackets, and studs in dryers. Restores tight fit for worn, stripped, or missing fastening hardware.

Dissolves odor-causing residue and mildew buildup in washing machine tubs. Use every 30 washes to maintain freshness. Verify fit with your model.