Gs55kgmaww Parts

This water filter cap secures the refrigerator's water filter inside its housing and provides a handhold for easy removal. Replace a cracked or missing cap to maintain a proper seal and help prevent leaks during filter changes.

• Locks the filter into place for a tight, reliable seal
• Provides grip to twist the filter in and out of the housing
• Helps prevent drips at the filter connection
• Common symptoms: cap cracked or missing, hard-to-turn filter, filter won't stay seated, or water leaking from the filter area

• Turn off the water supply and dispense water to relieve pressure
• Place a towel under the filter area to catch any residual water
• Remove the old cap by turning it counterclockwise; attach the cap to the filter end
• Insert the filter/cap assembly, align tabs, and turn until it stops—hand-tight only; restore water and check for leaks

This water dispenser lever is the paddle you press on your refrigerator's dispenser. Replacing a worn paddle restores smooth activation of the water dispenser and refreshes the look of the dispenser area with a matching Biscuit finish.

• Provides the paddle you press to activate the water dispenser
• Transfers your push to the internal dispenser switch to start water flow
• Common symptoms of a failed lever: cracked/broken paddle, sticking or loose action, or no water dispensing when pressed
• Biscuit color for a seamless, factory-matched appearance

• Disconnect power and shut off the water supply before servicing
• Remove the dispenser front panel/trim to access and release the lever
• Transfer existing pivot hardware or springs from the original lever, if applicable
• Reassemble, restore power/water, and test for smooth operation

This bin button is a small snap-in component used on refrigerator storage bins. It helps secure and align the bin so it seats properly and operates smoothly, restoring a tight fit when the original button is cracked, worn, or missing.

• Snaps into a designated opening on the bin or cabinet liner to act as a support/stop
• Keeps the bin aligned and secured during everyday use
• Replaces a damaged or missing button that can cause wobble, binding, or the bin to fall out
• Restores proper fit and smooth operation of the affected bin

• Disconnect power and remove items from the affected bin
• Remove the bin; pry out the damaged/missing button from its seat
• Align and press the new button fully into the opening until secure
• Reinstall the bin and check for smooth, secure operation

This replacement screw secures panels, brackets, and internal components within your appliance. Replacing a missing or damaged fastener restores a tight fit, reduces vibration and noise, and helps keep parts properly aligned during operation.

• Fastens panels, trim, brackets, or internal components to the chassis
• Maintains proper alignment and stability during normal use
• Replaces missing, rusted, or stripped hardware
• Common symptoms: loose or rattling panels, vibration, difficulty fastening, or a visibly missing screw

• Disconnect power; for gas appliances, also shut off the gas supply
• Match length and thread to the original; replace one-for-one in the same location
• Start threads by hand to avoid cross-threading; tighten snugly without overtightening
• If the receiving hole is stripped, repair threads or replace the clip/nut before installing

This refrigerator ice auger sits inside the ice bin and rotates to move cubes or crushed ice toward the chute. Replacing a worn, bent, or stripped auger restores smooth, consistent dispensing performance. What it does:

• Rotates inside the ice bin to feed ice toward the crusher and dispenser chute
• Helps deliver either cubes or crushed ice depending on the selector
• Common symptoms: dispenser motor runs but no ice comes out, weak/intermittent dispensing, frequent ice jams, or grinding noises from the ice bucket

• 1 ice auger

• Unplug the refrigerator before servicing; remove and empty the ice bin
• Note the order of internal parts during disassembly; transfer any reusable hardware from the original assembly
• Wear cut-resistant gloves—metal and plastic edges can be sharp
• Reassemble so the auger turns freely by hand, reinstall the bin, restore power, and test the dispenser

This factory fastener is a #8-18 x 5/8-inch Type AB screw designed for appliance assembly. It secures panels and components to restore a tight, rattle-free fit and dependable alignment. What it does:

• Thread-forming Type AB design engages thin metal or plastic components
• Secures panels, brackets, trim, or covers to reduce looseness and vibration
• Replaces missing, stripped, or corroded fasteners
• Helps maintain alignment for proper operation and reduced noise

• One screw

• Disconnect power before servicing; shut off water supply if working near water lines
• Use the correct driver for the screw head; start by hand to avoid cross-threading
• Tighten until snug—do not overtighten to prevent stripping or cracking plastic
• Repair damaged holes or replace worn clips/inserts before installing the new screw

• Size: #8-18 x 5/8 in (length 0.625 in)
• Thread type: Type AB, thread-forming

This 5SP start device engages the refrigerator's compressor at power-up and helps safeguard it during startup. Replacing a weak or failed start device can restore cooling and eliminate repeated clicking or brief humming from the compressor. What it does:

• Works in the compressor start circuit to help the compressor start and then disengage from the run circuit
• Helps protect the compressor during hard-start conditions
• Typical failure symptoms include no cooling, compressor not running, rapid clicking, or a brief hum followed by shutoff
• Show heat damage or discoloration at the connector or housing

• Disconnect power and allow the compressor area to cool before servicing
• Access the compressor compartment; note/photograph wire positions, unplug the harness, and pull the device straight off the compressor pins
• Inspect compressor terminals and the harness connector; repair any burnt or loose terminals before installing the new device
• If your model uses a separate run capacitor, transfer and reconnect it exactly as before; fully seat the new device on the compressor pins and restore power

Pan-head screw used to secure panels, brackets and trim on Whirlpool appliances. Replacing a damaged or missing screw restores proper fastening to reduce vibration and keep assemblies aligned during operation. What it does:

• Secures panels, brackets and trim pieces to the appliance chassis.
• Stops loose panels from rattling, vibrating or shifting during use.
• Used when the original screw is stripped, corroded or missing.
• OEM replacement that restores the original fastening point.

• Unplug the appliance or shut off power before working on it.
• Use the correct screwdriver or bit to avoid stripping the head.
• Tighten until snug—do not overtighten or force in plastic parts.
• If the original hole or threads are damaged, inspect the surrounding area before reuse.

This water tube bracket secures the refrigerator's water supply tube along the cabinet or door route. Replacing a damaged bracket helps prevent kinks and leaks and maintains reliable water flow to the dispenser and icemaker.

• Holds and guides the water tube so it stays correctly positioned
• Helps prevent kinks, rubbing, and vibration that can lead to leaks
• Supports consistent water flow to the dispenser and icemaker
• Typical signs of failure: cracked or missing bracket, tube slipping or dangling, recurring kinks, dampness/leaks along the tubing path

• Unplug the refrigerator and shut off the water supply before servicing
• Access the bracket location (often in a hinge or cabinet routing area; varies by model)
• Release the tube, remove the old bracket, and install the new bracket; reuse existing hardware
• Restore water and power, purge air from the line, and check for leaks and dispenser/ice operation

This door bracket connector links the door bracket to its mating linkage in select refrigerator door assemblies. Replacing a worn or broken connector restores a solid connection so the door operates smoothly and stays properly aligned. What it does:

• Couples the door bracket to the hinge/actuator linkage to maintain alignment
• Helps ensure smooth door opening and closing
• Supports proper door sealing to reduce gaps or misalignment
• Replace if cracked, broken, or missing; common symptoms include a loose, clicking, or misaligned door

• Disconnect power before servicing; support the door as needed to prevent strain on hinges
• Remove the relevant bracket/cover to access the connector; note the connector's orientation
• Transfer and reuse existing screws/fasteners
• After installation, check door alignment and gasket contact all around

This oven bake burner is designed for Direct Spark Ignition (DSI) ranges. It channels gas from the bake orifice and distributes an even flame under the oven floor for consistent baking performance and reliable light-off during the bake cycle.

• Distributes gas through burner ports to create an even bake flame
• Works with the DSI spark electrode to ignite the bake flame
• Can address uneven or weak flame patterns and delayed ignition in bake

• Disconnect power and shut off gas; allow the oven to cool completely
• Remove the oven bottom and flame spreader to access the burner
• Transfer any reusable mounting hardware or shields from the original burner
• After reassembly, restore gas/power and leak-test any disturbed gas connections per local code

Located inside the freezer's ice bucket, this ice auger is the helical shaft that rotates to move cubes toward the chute for cubed or crushed ice. Replacing a worn or bent auger restores dispensing and helps prevent jams and grinding.

• Rotates with the dispenser motor to move ice through the bucket and into the chute
• Works with the crusher assembly to provide cubed or crushed ice
• Damage or wear can cause jamming, slow/weak dispensing, or loud grinding during dispense
• Often replaced when the dispenser motor runs but little or no ice is dispensed

• Disconnect power to the refrigerator; remove the ice bucket from the freezer
• Disassemble the bucket/crusher housing; transfer blades, spacers, and hardware to the new auger in the same order and orientation
• Handle sharp metal parts with care; wear cut-resistant gloves
• Reinstall the bucket fully seated; restore power and test both cubed and crushed functions

This tube routes household water into the refrigerator's filter housing. Replacing a cracked, pinholed, or kinked tube restores reliable water flow and helps prevent leaks around the water filter area.

• Carries water from the inlet valve to the filter housing
• Maintains a sealed path under line pressure; damage can cause leaks or reduced flow
• Common symptoms: leaking near the filter/base grille, slow or no dispenser flow, or no ice production
• Visible cracks, pinholes, kinks, or brittleness indicate the tube should be replaced

• Unplug the refrigerator and shut off the water supply
• Dispense water to relieve line pressure; place a towel to catch residual water
• Note tube routing; fully seat tube ends in fittings and secure any retainers/clips
• Restore water and power, then check all connections for leaks and flush the system

This start device snaps onto the compressor to deliver the initial boost needed for startup and works with the overload protector to prevent repeated failed starts. Replacing a weak unit restores reliable compressor starts and consistent cooling.

• Provides the initial electrical path to start the compressor motor
• Works with the compressor's overload protector during startup
• Common symptoms: clicking or humming near the compressor, warm temperatures, intermittent or no cooling
• Visual clues of failure can include burn marks, melted housing, or loose internal pieces

• Disconnect power before servicing and wear cut-resistant gloves
• Access the compressor compartment, remove the cover, and note wire routing/orientation
• Seat the new start device fully on the compressor terminals and reconnect harnesses securely
• Transfer and reconnect those components as originally configured

A replacement motor shaft that transfers rotational force from the motor to the appliance drive assembly, restoring proper drive connection and helping eliminate noise and wobble caused by a worn or damaged shaft. What it does:

• Provides the rotating connection between the motor and the transmission/drive components.
• Restores reliable drive engagement when a bent or worn shaft causes slipping or poor coupling.
• Can reduce grinding, squealing or vibration tied to a damaged motor shaft.
• Helps correct intermittent or failed spin/drive symptoms related to a broken or misaligned shaft.

• One motor shaft

• Disconnect power (and water if applicable) before beginning any repairs.
• Partial disassembly of the cabinet or motor mount is usually required.
• Inspect surrounding bearings, seals and mounting hardware while replacing the shaft; replace any damaged components.

Color: Biscuit.