Kenmore / Sears Dryer Baffle Parts

The Dryer Drum Baffle is an OEM replacement part designed for Whirlpool dryers. The baffle, located inside the drum, helps lift and tumble clothes during the drying cycle, ensuring even and efficient drying. It agitates the clothing, allowing air to circulate freely and preventing tangling.

Note: This is the tall baffle.

Over time, the drum baffle can become loose or damaged due to frequent use and contact with clothing or objects left in pockets. Physical wear or repeated impacts might cause it to crack, detach, or warp, reducing its ability to tumble clothes properly.

Symptoms of a faulty Drum Baffle include:

• Clothes not drying evenly or efficiently
• Unusual noises coming from the drum, such as rattling or banging
• Loose or detached baffle within the drum

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

Short baffle

This heater baffle mounts near the heating element to deflect and distribute radiant heat. It helps protect nearby surfaces and wiring while promoting more even temperatures and reliable performance inside the appliance.

• Directs and diffuses heat from the element to reduce hot spots
• Acts as a heat shield to protect the liner and adjacent components from direct radiant heat
• Helps maintain proper clearance and airflow around the element
• Damage or a missing baffle can lead to uneven temperatures, localized discoloration/scorching, or a burning smell

• Disconnect power at the breaker or unplug the appliance; allow it to cool completely
• Access the heater area; remove the screws or clips securing the existing baffle and retain the hardware
• Position the new baffle in the same orientation; ensure it does not contact the heating element
• Restore power and test operation

Replacement drum baffle that lifts and tumbles clothes inside the dryer for more even drying and helps prevent garments from snagging. Restores proper drum agitation to reduce noise and improve drying performance. What it does:

• Lifts and separates clothes as the drum turns to promote even heat exposure and drying.
• Helps keep items from bunching or wrapping around the drum, which can cause uneven drying.
• Reduces rattling, thumping, or scraping noises tied to a loose or damaged lifter.
• Protects fabrics from snagging or rubbing against the drum surface.

• Disconnect power to the appliance before beginning service to avoid shock or injury.
• Access may require removing the dryer front panel or drum.
• Keep fasteners and mounting tabs aligned during reassembly to ensure the baffle seats correctly.

This drum mixing vane is a molded paddle that helps lift and tumble clothes inside the dryer drum for more even drying and reduced tangling. It's a direct-replacement style piece that restores proper fabric movement and airflow. What it does:

• Resets the drum's internal lift so garments rotate and tumble evenly during the dry cycle
• Helps prevent clothes from bunching or wrapping around the drum
• Promotes consistent airflow by keeping items off the drum surface
• Fits into the drum interior at a mounting point and engages with normal drum rotation

• One drum mixing vane (gray)

• Replace only with the dryer unplugged and the gas supply turned off (if applicable)
• Access requires opening the dryer cabinet or removing the drum
• Inspect the mounting boss and fastener before installing; use OEM fasteners if required

This drum baffle replaces a worn or damaged lifter inside the dryer drum to help clothes tumble evenly and prevent items from bunching. Restores proper tumbling and reduces rubbing/snags caused by broken or missing lifters. What it does:

• Lifts and separates clothes as the drum turns to promote even drying
• Helps prevent garments from tangling or bunching in the drum
• Reduces fabric rubbing and potential snags caused by damaged lifters
• Commonly replaced when the original is cracked, loose, or missing

• One drum baffle

• Disconnect power before starting repairs
• Removal of the dryer drum or front panel is typically required; follow model-specific service instructions
• Use appropriate hand tools and keep track of mounting screws/clips for reassembly
• Inspect drum, mounting studs, and fasteners; replace any stripped or damaged hardware for a secure fit

This white baffle cylinder is the replaceable tub/agitator baffle that helps move and separate laundry during the wash cycle for proper cleaning action. It restores agitation and water flow when the original baffle is worn or damaged. What it does:

• Channels water and works with the agitator/tub to help move clothes for improved washing action
• Helps reduce tangling and keeps items circulating through the wash zone
• Replaces cracked, broken, or excessively worn baffles that cause poor agitation or noisy operation
• Matches the original white finish for a factory appearance

• Disconnect power and water supply before beginning any repair
• Basic tools typically required; may need to remove agitator or access cap—refer to your model's service manual
• Inspect mating surfaces and fasteners; replace any worn hardware and ensure proper seating to avoid agitation issues

This vane directs airflow inside the appliance to help control cooling or venting. Replacing a damaged vane restores proper airflow and helps maintain even temperature and efficient operation. What it does

• Guides and directs internal air flow for proper ventilation or cooling.
• Helps seals and channels air to prevent uneven temperature or poor performance.
• Worn or broken vanes can cause reduced airflow, noisy operation, or improper venting.
• Small, molded part designed to fit in the OEM mounting location and work with the appliance's blower/damper assembly.

• One vane

• Disconnect power to the appliance before starting any repair to avoid shock or injury.
• Access may require removing panels or other components; keep fasteners organized for reassembly.
• Inspect surrounding seals and mounting points and replace any damaged clips or screws.

This drum baffle restores proper tumbling by lifting and separating laundry as the dryer drum rotates. It helps improve drying performance and reduces garment bunching. What it does:

• Lifts and tumbles clothes so air flows more evenly through the load
• Helps prevent garments from clumping or wrapping around the drum
• Can reduce rubbing, thumping, or scraping noises caused by a loose or damaged lifter
• Restores consistent drum contact and improves drying efficiency

• Disconnect power before starting any repair to avoid shock or injury
• Access typically requires opening the dryer cabinet or front panel; small tools may be needed
• Align the baffle with factory mounting holes and secure with existing fasteners; use correct screws if replacements are required
• Inspect and replace worn drum or support parts as needed for reliable operation

This drum baffle restores the internal lift inside the dryer drum to help separate clothes and promote even tumbling. Replacing a cracked or missing baffle can reduce banging noises and help restore consistent drying performance. What it does:

• Lifts and moves clothes for more even tumbling and airflow inside the drum.
• Helps prevent garments from bunching or wrapping around the drum during a cycle.
• A damaged or missing baffle can cause loud thumping, scraping noises, or uneven drying; replacing it addresses these common symptoms.
• Designed to match the OEM drum mounting points for proper fit and function.

• Disconnect power (and gas, if applicable) before servicing the dryer.
• Access typically requires removing the dryer front or drum; keep track of fasteners and take photos for reassembly.
• Use basic hand tools and avoid forcing parts; inspect mounting hardware and drum condition while replacing the baffle.

This replacement air baffle vane directs cooled air inside the refrigerator to help maintain even temperature distribution and proper airflow between compartments. Replaces a cracked or missing vane to restore intended airflow control. What it does:

• Directs and channels cold air from the evaporator to the refrigerator/freezer compartments
• Helps reduce uneven cooling and temperature stratification
• Prevents excessive airflow in one area that can cause frost buildup or warm spots
• Replaces broken, cracked, or warped vanes that rattle or obstruct airflow

• Disconnect power before beginning any repair to avoid electrical hazard
• Access typically requires removing shelves or the evaporator cover; keep parts organized
• Handle gently to avoid cracking the replacement vane during installation
• Use basic hand tools;

This drum baffle restores proper fabric tumbling and gentle movement inside the dryer drum for more even drying and fewer snags. It fits the drum to help lift and separate items during the cycle. What it does:

• Lifts and guides clothes as the drum rotates to promote consistent tumbling
• Reduces fabric bunching and helps improve air exposure for more even drying
• Prevents garments from riding on the drum seam and reduces rubbing/snags
• Can stop or reduce thumping or uneven tumbling when a worn baffle is the cause

• One drum baffle

• Disconnect power before beginning work
• Installation typically requires opening the dryer's front or top panel and rotating/removing the drum—follow your model's service manual
• Keep track of fasteners and note baffle orientation; replace any damaged clips or screws
• Wear gloves and eye protection; watch for sharp edges and pinch points during reassembly

This drum baffle is the interior vane that lifts and tumbles clothes inside the dryer drum, helping move garments for even drying and reducing tangling. It replaces a worn or broken vane to restore normal tumbling action. What it does:

• Guides and lifts clothes as the drum rotates to improve airflow and drying consistency
• Reduces garment bunching and helps prevent tangling during cycles
• Prevents direct cloth contact with the drum shell where worn or broken baffles can catch fabric
• Restores proper drum rotation balance when a missing or damaged baffle causes wobble or uneven wear

• Intended for a user familiar with appliance repair; disconnect power before servicing
• Typically installs from inside the dryer cabinet or by removing the drum; follow OEM diagram for exact procedure
• Inspect mounting tabs and screws; replace any damaged fasteners for a secure fit
• If dryer shows additional noise or vibration after replacement, recheck alignment and mounting hardware