Kenmore / Sears Dryer Parts

Seals the dryer door perimeter to contain heat and prevent air leaks. Replace if damaged, stretched, or pulled off during cycles. Confirm fit with your model.

Dryer won't start or makes squealing noise? A faulty motor assembly stops operation or causes loud grinding sounds. Moderate DIY repair restores function.

Washer that fits between the support roller and shaft in your dryer. Replace if worn, cracked, or missing to maintain proper drum alignment and support.

The Electrode is an OEM replacement part for Whirlpool dryers. It is responsible for detecting the moisture levels in your laundry during the drying cycle, allowing the dryer to automatically adjust the drying time and temperature. It helps prevent over-drying or under-drying of your clothes, saving energy and protecting them from potential damage.

A bad electrode can occur due to wear and tear, damage, or a buildup of debris or lint. If you notice symptoms such as clothes taking longer to dry, the dryer shutting off prematurely, or inconsistent drying results, it may be time to replace the moisture sensor bar electrode.

Symptoms of a bad electrode include:

• Clothes taking longer to dry than usual
• The dryer shutting off prematurely
• Inconsistent drying results, with some items remaining damp

Repair your dryer by replacing the faulty or damaged electrode with this genuine OEM part.

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

This replacement door handle restores a secure, comfortable grip on your front-load washer door. Swap out a cracked or missing handle to open and close the door smoothly and keep laundry moving without hassle.

• Provides the handhold needed to open and close the washer door
• Replaces handles that are cracked, broken, or loose
• Helps when the door is difficult to open because the handle is damaged
• Restores the appliance's finished appearance

• Disconnect power before servicing.
• Work with the door supported on a flat surface for easier reassembly.
• Remove screws to separate the door halves, replace the handle, and reassemble.
• Tighten fasteners snugly and verify the door opens and latches properly.

Gas smell during or after cycles? Dryer won't heat? Replace the gas valve assembly to restore proper gas flow and safe operation. Advanced repair.

Supports the idler pulley to maintain proper belt tension in your dryer. Replace if the arm is warped, cracked, or causing belt tracking issues.

This replacement timer knob attaches to the control panel timer so you can set and adjust time reliably. Replacing a worn or missing knob restores a secure grip and clear pointer orientation for everyday use.

• Attaches to the timer shaft to turn and set the kitchen timer
• Common fix for knobs that are cracked, stripped, loose, or missing
• Helps when the timer can't be set or the shaft spins without turning
• Restores smooth rotation and proper alignment on the control panel

• Disconnect power to the appliance before servicing
• Pull the old knob straight off the timer shaft
• Align the new knob with the shaft and press firmly until fully seated
• Test timer operation and pointer alignment before restoring power

Plastic drum baffle that lifts and tumbles clothes during drying. Replace if cracked, broken, detached, or missing from inside your dryer drum.

If your dryer takes too long to dry or overheats, the cycling thermostat may have failed. This part regulates heat by cycling on and off. Easy DIY fix.

This door switch detects whether the appliance door is open or closed. A working switch lets the machine start when the door is fully shut and stops operation when the door opens for safety.

• Monitors door position and allows the cycle to run only when closed
• Interrupts power to stop operation when the door opens
• Common symptoms of a failing switch: appliance won't start with the door closed, must press/hold the door to run, interior light stuck on/off, or a "door open" message on models with a display

• Disconnect power to the appliance before servicing
• Access the switch at the door opening/front panel; release mounting screws or locking tabs and remove the switch
• Move wires to the new switch one at a time to maintain correct positions
• After reassembly, test switch operation before running a cycle

This adjustable leveling leg screws into the dryer base to support and stabilize the cabinet. Replacing a worn or missing foot helps level the appliance, reduce vibration and noise, and keep it steady on uneven floors.

• Provides threaded height adjustment to properly level the dryer
• Stabilizes the cabinet to minimize rocking, vibration, and walking
• Replaces a broken, worn, or missing foot
• Common symptoms: dryer wobbles, is hard to level, or makes rattling/vibration noise

• Disconnect power; shut off gas supply for gas models
• With a helper, carefully tilt or raise the dryer for access
• Unscrew the old leg; thread the new leg into the base by hand, then adjust with a wrench until the dryer sits level and stable
• Ensure all legs contact the floor and the dryer does not rock

Bottle with brush. Color: Black. Size: 0.6 fl.oz.

This replacement door switch restores proper door sensing in your refrigerator. It detects when the fresh food or freezer door opens and closes, turning interior lights on/off and signaling the control so door-ajar alerts and related features work correctly. What it does:

• Senses door position to control interior lighting
• Sends door status to the control in many models for features like door-ajar alerts or fan pause
• Helps prevent overheating near the light by ensuring it turns off when the door is closed
• Common symptoms of failure: no interior light, light stays on, flickering light, or persistent door-ajar alarm

• 1 door switch

• Disconnect power to the refrigerator before servicing
• Carefully release the old switch from the cabinet opening and unplug the wire harness
• Connect the harness to the new switch, orient correctly, and snap or seat it fully in the opening
• Restore power and verify proper light operation and door-ajar indication

Seals the gap between drum and bulkhead in your dryer. Replace when worn to eliminate scraping noises, prevent fabric snags, and maintain airflow.

This coin chute guides coins from the slide into the coin mechanism so the machine can register payment and begin a cycle. Keeping the chute intact and aligned helps prevent jams and misfeeds in coin-operated laundry equipment.

• Directs coins from the slide to the coin mechanism to register payment
• Helps ensure smooth coin drop, reducing bounce-back and misfeeds
• Common fix when coins jam, fall into the cabinet, or the unit won't start after payment
• Replace if cracked, bent, corroded, or missing

• Disconnect power; shut off gas before service
• Open the coin housing/slide assembly and retain existing hardware
• Install the new chute in the same orientation; align with slide and mechanism, then secure
• Test with sample coins to ensure proper drop and operation before returning to service