Skip to Content
  • time delivery images 2 Day Quick Delivery!
  • box-refresh images 365 Day Return Policy!
  • lovely images 15 million satisfied customers
  • boxes images Over 2.1 Million Parts In Stock
  • headphone imagesFree Tech Support!
  • google images Google Trusted Store

Customer Questions and Answers for Front Bellow Tub Seal by Whirlpool

Best Seller
Manufacturer Part
4.89 (64)
By: Whirlpool
Part Number: OEM18035229
Manufacturer Part Number: WP8181850

The Front Bellow Tub Seal is an OEM replacement part for Whirlpool washing machines. Located behind the washer door opening, it forms a barrier sealing in moisture. The flexible seal compresses tightly against the tub during rotation to prevent water escape through potential seam gaps. 

Causes relate to years of compression from tub movement stressing the material. Mineral buildup prohibiting a flush seal also diminishes its functionality over time.

Symptoms of failure include:

  • Water puddling outside the washer around the opening
  • Mineral deposits accumulating hints at compromised sealing
  • Leakage necessitates replacing the seal to regain integrity

Main seal between the front bulkhead and the outer tub for Whirlpool-made front load washers (Whirlpool, Kenmore Elite, KitchenAid). Clamps are not included. If clamps are needed, order WP8182210 and W10902779.

This is a genuine Whirlpool OEM replacement this part is also compatible with Maytag, Jenn-Air and some Kenmore models.

More
$152.38
Compare At:
$181.33
You Save:
$28.95

IN STOCK
Ships Monday Guaranteed
Add to Cart

Questions & Answers

For Whirlpool Front Bellow Tub Seal (Part Number: OEM18035229)

1 Answer

Hello Brother Paul, The heating element WP3387747 should read 7.8 to 11.8 ohms of resistance with no continuity to ground. The connections to the element do not matter since this is a non-polorized part, (the wires can be swapped and operation will not be affected).

Read More...

1 Answer

Angie, This is a normal issue with water collecting in the door boot and should be wiped out after use if the unit is not going to be used right away.

Read More...

1 Answer

Hello Mom, If stopped up you can use a wet vacuum to clear the hose amd chase it with weed eater line. If it is not stopped up you can simply pour a bit of white vinegar in the boot to flush the drain.

Read More...

1 Answer

Hello Thomas. There is drain holes at the bottom of the seal that lets the water drain back into the tub. Also, try to keep the door open so it can air dry.

Read More...

1 Answer

Steven, To remove the black tube you would just grab ahold of it and kinda twist and pull it out. You would just push it back into place on the new one.

Read More...

1 Answer

Hello Ron. If there is a mark there, then you will cut it out if needed. They make these for different models and do not cut them so they will work for the different models.

Read More...

1 Answer

TW, There is a pressure switch that could be faulty or the hose and air dome are clogging causing higher than normal fill level. This would not cause the unit to leak water from the bellow. You will want to check the bellow for holes that are leaking.

Read More...
Manju for Model Number GHW9100LW1

I have a washer model GHW9100LW1. One of Whirlpool reseller says the front door boot seal or bellow is 8181850 and local Whirlpool reseller says 8182119. Which is the correct? Also on my existing bellow there is a hole and this connects from soap dispenser. I want to get the right part and also has a hole to attach from soap dispenser. Can you please help? Last but not least can I use the existing clamps front and rear which holds the bellow? Thank you very much.

1 Answer

Manju, based on the appliance model number and manufacturer website parts list, the replacement boot gasket is part number WP8181850. Yes, you should be able to reuse the existing clamps. Thanks.

Read More...

Have questions? Ask our pros!

Contact us in a way that is convenient for you

Call us 1-877-477-7278
Need Help? Chat with a Pro
Or ask a question by filling in the form

Share your thoughts with other customers

Ask a Question
  • boxes images Over 2.1 Million Parts In Stock
  • time delivery images 2 Day Quick Delivery!
  • box-refresh images 365 Day Return Policy!
  • headphone imagesFree Tech Support!
  • google images Google Trusted Store