The Oven Door Gasket is an OEM replacement part for Whirlpool ovens. It is designed to create a tight seal around the oven door, preventing heat from escaping during cooking. This gasket ensures that the oven maintains the proper temperature, improving energy efficiency and cooking performance.
Over time, the oven door gasket can become worn or damaged due to constant exposure to high temperatures and frequent use. This wear and tear can cause the gasket to lose its elasticity, crack, or become brittle, resulting in heat leakage and uneven cooking. Improper cleaning methods or accidental damage can also compromise the gasket's effectiveness.
Symptoms of a bad oven door gasket include:
- Heat escaping from the oven door
- Longer cooking times or uneven cooking results
- Visible cracks, tears, or deformation in the gasket
- Increased energy consumption
- The oven door not closing properly
This OEM part is also compatible with Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Magic Chef, Admiral, Norge, Roper, and Kenmore models.