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Customer Questions and Answers for Drum Baffle (Washer Lifter), 3.6-Cu Ft by Whirlpool

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By: Whirlpool
Part Number: OEM18039144
Manufacturer Part Number: WP8540360

This drum baffle is the internal clothes lifter for select 3.6-cu ft front-load washers. It helps tumble and separate laundry, improving wash action and preventing items from staying flat against the drum.

  • Guides and lifts clothes as the drum rotates for better turnover and cleaning
  • A damaged or missing baffle can cause poor wash performance or unusual tumbling noise
  • Loose baffles may rattle or snag items during cycles
  • Restores proper drum agitation and fabric movement
What's included: One drum baffle Install notes:
  • Unplug washer and turn off water before servicing
  • Access is typically from inside the drum; rotate drum to align and release/secure the baffle
  • Reuse existing hardware if no new fasteners are provided
  • The baffle is fully locked/secured before running a test cycle

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For Whirlpool Drum Baffle (Washer Lifter), 3.6-Cu Ft (Part Number: OEM18039144)

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Don, The model number you supplied is incorrect or incomplete. But, to replace the baffle(s) on a "Duet" washer, you need to remove power to the washer and remove the top panel. Then carefully remove the spray hose from the top center of the outer tub. Position the basket with the baffle to be removed on top. Using a flat-blade screwdriver, pry up on the two basket locking tabs so they are above the baffle stops. (you do this through the opening of the tub where you removed the spray hose). You may also find a phillips head screw holding the baffle to the inner tub basket that will need to be removed. Reach inside the basket, and slide the baffle toward the opening until the tabs are aligned with the large basket slots, then lower the baffle, and remove it from the basket. NOTE: When you reinstall the baffle, make sure that you press the two basket locking tabs down below the baffle stops. Reverse the procedure and check the washer for operation.

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Chris for Model Number GHW9200LQ0

I purchase the replacement baffle kit 285976 and the baffles don't fit. The tabs are too large and it does not fit the cutout in the drum. My drum also does not have the screw hole nor did my baffles have the screw hole and it did not have any screws installed. Sears replaced my drum under warranty quite a few years ago. They must have used some 3rd party replacement drum? Anyway, my existing baffles are now all broke and off the machine and I need to get 3 new ones. The new replacement baffles are the same exact size other than the tabs on mine are slightly smaller, say 3/8' versus the new ones are 1/2". The model on the inside of my existing baffles is 4619 7022014 1. Can you please help?

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Chris, The part number for the baffles on your unit will be 285976. If the manufacturer used a different drum than for the unit that does not go with the unit then we would not have information on the baffle that would work for your unit.

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Hello Annette. If you remove the top and the black hose in the top of the tub, you can turn the basket and see if there is a screw in the baffle you need to replace. The model diagram is not showing one, but it is best to check and see if your model uses one.

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Hello James. There is a screw. To get to the screw you would need to pull the tub out and when you look into the large drain opening you may be able to access that screw. If you cannot get to it this way then you will have to take the tub assembly apart to get to it. You should be able to use the same screw that was in the original baffle.

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Ivanho, There is not a screw required for the baffle and you would just want to snap it into place.

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Hello Irving. To get to the screw you would need to pull the tub out and when you look into the large drain opening you may be able to access that screw. If you cannot get to it this way then you will have to take the tub assembly apart to get to it. You should be able to use the same screw that was in the original baffle.

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Karen, I normally remove the access panel and remove the hose from the outer tub that leads to the drain pump. If you use an inspection mirror, you can open the door and turn the tub around by hand to locate the screw on the baffle. Be careful not to drop it inside the outer tub to avoid a complete teardown. While you can sometimes get lucky and access the baffle screw through the water inlet opening at the top of the outer tub, this is not the best way since dropping the screw leaves no option but the teardown method. The other option is to pull the tub assembly from the units' cabinet and split the outer tub

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Hello Alice, I normally remove the access panel and remove the hose from the outer tub that leads to the drain pump. If you use an inspection mirror, you can open the door and turn the tub around by hand to locate the screw on the baffle. Be careful not to drop it inside the outer tub to avoid a complete teardown. While you can sometimes get lucky and access the baffle screw through the water inlet opening at the top of the outer tub, this is not the best way since dropping the screw leaves no option but the teardown method. The other option is to pull the tub assembly from the units' cabinet and split the outer tub.

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