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Customer Questions and Answers for Retaining Washer (Center) by Whirlpool

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By: Whirlpool
Part Number: OEM18072279
Manufacturer Part Number: WPY015666

This retaining washer secures a center-mounted component within the assembly, keeping parts aligned and in place during operation. Replacing a worn or missing washer helps prevent looseness, vibration, and noise for more reliable performance. What it does:

  • Holds a component on a center shaft or stud to prevent axial movement
  • Maintains proper alignment under rotation and load
  • Can reduce wobble, rattling, or scraping noises from a shifting assembly
  • In applicable washers, can help restore consistent agitation or spin when parts have been moving out of place
What's included:
  • 1 retaining washer
Install notes:
  • Disconnect power and water before servicing; wear cut-resistant gloves
  • Note the order and orientation of all spacers, washers, and clips during disassembly
  • Clean mating surfaces and ensure the washer is fully seated before reassembly
  • Inspect adjacent hardware for wear or damage and replace as needed

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For Whirlpool Retaining Washer (Center) (Part Number: OEM18072279)

Gerry for Model Number maytag A612

Thank You for the earlier answers. There is a damper attached securely and seems to be ok. I solved the problem be placing a 1/4 inch sheet of plywood under the unit and releveling it. I seems to be solid and not wobbling or moving around. Secondly, does anything need to be oiled or greased underneath as long as the front is off? It has been sitting in the same place for approximately 25 years. It had eaten up the floor. The plywood helped that. Thanks again, Gerry

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Gerry, Not really, After 25 years, I'd consider a new set of belts 12112425 and lubricating the motor carriage rollers with some "vaseline", Otherwise your doing fine. Thanks and Good Luck

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Gerry S. for Model Number A612

When spinning, the washer has begun to vibrate moving the machine about. Leveling does not seem to help. I noticed that the agitator wobbles a little.with the filter removed, it appears to wobble. When I went to remove the screw at the bottom it fell out into the tub. It appears to be broken off from the part of the screw in the unit. Only less than a quarter inch with the head. I agitator may have worked loose over the years. How do you suggest getting the old out and replacing it. Could this be causing the vibration. I noticed my wife leaning on it to minimize the vibration. Please, Thank You. Gerry

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Hello Gerry. Here is what the screw should look like 22001423. It is around 1/2" in length. They are very short. You will need to check and see if the dampers 203956 are bad. If so, it will cause the problem you are having. Hope this helps.

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Ralph, depending on the production date of your washer, there are two(2) methods, the older units have a spring retainer clip on the inside of the gearcase, at the top of the housing. The newer units (series 22 or after) have a large white plastic clip WP22002340, that seats over the agitator ring and slips into a groove molded into the top of the outer case. it is visible once you remove the agitator. Good Luck and Thanks

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