Customer Questions and Answers for Washplate Bolt by Whirlpool

The Washplate Bolt is an OEM part for Whirlpool washing machines. This bolt is designed to secure the washplate to the washer's drive shaft, ensuring stable and effective agitation during the wash cycle.

Causes of a bad washplate bolt can include stripping or wearing out from regular use, corrosion from exposure to water and detergents, or damage due to over-tightening or improper installation. A faulty bolt can compromise the washplate's stability and affect the washing machine's performance.

Symptoms of a bad washplate bolt include:

• The washplate being loose or wobbling during operation
• Unusual noises such as rattling or clunking during the wash cycle
• Poor cleaning performance due to ineffective agitation
• The washplate detaching from the drive shaft

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