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Washer Damper Assembly

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By: Samsung

Part Number: OEM17900742

Manufacturer Part Number: DC97-05280W

The Washer Damper Assembly is an OEM replacement part for Samsung washing machines. This component is crucial for reducing vibrations and absorbing shock during wash and spin cycles, ensuring the washer operates smoothly and quietly. By stabilizing the drum, it helps prevent excessive movement that could damage other parts of the washer.

Causes of a bad damper assembly include wear from heavy or unbalanced loads, prolonged use, or damage due to impact. Over time, the dampers may lose their effectiveness, leading to increased vibrations and noise.

Symptoms of a bad washer damper assembly include:

Excessive shaking or vibrating during operation
Loud banging or thumping noises
Washer moving or "walking" across the floor
Uneven or incomplete spin cycles

This OEM Samsung part is also compatible with select Kenmore and other washer models.

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For Samsung Washer Damper Assembly (Part Number: OEM17900742)

Steve August 14, 2023

Can DC97-05280W be used in place of DC97-05280S?

1 Answer

Hello Steve, no they are not interchangeable due to different weight/dampening values.

Leon Neil Valmores October 30, 2021 for Model Number WA45H7000AW/A2-02

Assy DAMPER;OWM,DF0.9,K0 DC97-05280W / AP5966911 Part Number: AP5966911 Made by: Genuine Samsung part Does this comes in a pack of 4? for $39.94? or $39.94 for each rod?

1 Answer

Leon, Thanks for the question!!! The price is for one Damper Assembly (one rod) and is not available as a four-pack.

Virginia July 09, 2021 for Model Number WA45H7000AW/A2-02

What is the right damper rod for this washer ?

1 Answer

Virginia, The part number for the suspension rod is DC97-05280W and your unit has four of them.

Todd May 25, 2021 for Model Number WTW4800BQ0

Hi - I am trying to determine if my washing machine issue is due to a problem with the washer or plumbing at the home I am renting. It is a Whirlpool WTW4800BQ0 that stops during or after the wash cycle of large and extra large loads. The kitchen sink (12 or so feet away) backs up with water during these larger loads (at the end of the ash cycle I believe). There is an anti-flood valve on the drain pipe (Jirasek GVII). The homeowner installed this to stop water from backing up into the washer. There is likely root growth around the plumbing impeding drainage. The washer has displayed the F8E1 error code (no fill, long fill). I completed the automatic and manual test modes for the valves and drain pump and both appear to function properly. I have cleaned the hose screens. Could the anti-flood valve cause this error, or could plumbing contribute to the issue? Thank you.

1 Answer

Todd, as the water will back up into a sink, this would be a plumbing issue.

Todd March 09, 2021 for Model Number WA456DRHDWR/AA

How do I know what series my WA456DRHDWR/AA washer is? I am looking for damper rods and I see different parts (DC97-16350E or DC97-05280W) suggested for different series model numbers (such as WA456DRHDWR/AA-00 or WA456DRHDWR/AA-05). The sticker on the washer only says WA456DRHDWR/AA. The date of manufacture is 2012.05. The SN is Y0IX5AEC501500M. Thank you.

1 Answer

Todd, Thanks for the question!!! If you have a revision number it would be located on the line with the model number. Usually, there is the model number then some space and then the revision number. Any model void of a revision number would be considered a 00.

Tim June 23, 2020 for Model Number Samsung WA400JHDWR/AA

Hi Part # DC97-05280W is what Samsung has on their parts website Is it the newer damper for my washer? My Samsung wa400jhdwr/aa Your site says to use DC97-16350c. These do not have the rubber/plastic bushing around the spring, which I think is the problem with these damper

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Tim, the manufacturer has both dampers being listed for this model dependent on the series. Series 3 and up will use the damper DC97-05280W while series 0 through 2 will use the damper DC97-16350C.

Dezz April 21, 2020 for Model Number WA40J3000AW-A2-01

Are there any other washer rods besides Dc9705280wto fit this model? This part appears to be very common and out of stalk. Can I use a different manufacturer part? If yes, what brand and part number?