This screw-and-washer fastener is a factory-size 8-18 x 5/16 hardware piece used to secure appliance panels and components. Replace stripped, rusty, or missing hardware to restore a tight, rattle-free fit and proper alignment. What it does:
- Fastens sheet-metal panels, brackets, and small components in the appliance cabinet
- Replaces lost, stripped, or corroded screws to maintain secure mounting
- Helps reduce vibration, buzzing, or rattling from loose parts
- Useful when the original hardware is missing or no longer holds securely
What's included:
- Includes 1 screw-and-washer fastener (8-18 x 5/16)
Install notes:
- Disconnect power; shut off gas and water supplies if applicable
- Match the fastener to the original location; sizes can vary by application
- Start threads by hand to avoid cross-threading; use an appropriately sized driver
- Tighten snugly without overtightening to prevent stripping sheet metal
Do-It-Yourself Stories from Customers like You
Burners were leaking gas igniters didn't work Christine B. • Meredith , NH • February 13, 2016
I removed the burners, which were rusted and needed some tapping.They were pretty stubborn to remove from the insert. I removed the spark igniters, which were rusted where they screwed into the burner and then removed the venturi tubes.. Once this was done, I installed the new igniters to the underside of the new burner. I then installed the burners, which only took simple placement and a quarter turn to lock them in. I then hooked up the igniter wire to the new spark igniters. The repair...
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