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This leveler is the adjustable leg that helps stabilize and level your appliance, restoring balance and reducing vibration. It's a simple replacement to get a rocking or uneven washer or dryer sitting squarely again. What it does:

• Replaces a worn or damaged leveling leg to restore stable, level support under the appliance
• Allows height adjustment to compensate for uneven floors and reduce rocking or vibration
• Helps prevent door misalignment and uneven loads that can affect performance
• Commonly used when an appliance wobbles, shifts during cycles, or sits crooked

• Disconnect power to the appliance before attempting service; for washers, turn off water supply and drain hoses if needed
• Slide or tip the appliance as required to access the leveling legs; use caution and a helper for heavy units
• Adjust height by turning the leveler; verify stability with the appliance resting on all legs

Left hand side

This indicator light assembly notifies you when a control or function is active, restoring visible status feedback on the appliance's control panel. It replaces a dim, flickering, or non-illuminating indicator to improve user feedback and usability. What it does:

• Provides a visible status indicator on the control panel when cycles or functions are active
• Replaces burned-out or dark indicator lights that make controls hard to read
• Helps diagnose control-panel lighting issues by restoring expected illumination
• Matches OEM fit and function for the listed part number

• Disconnect power to the appliance before servicing to prevent shock or injury.
• Handle the light and any lens or wiring carefully to avoid damage.
• Verify the part number on the original component before ordering and installation.

This condenser coil assembly removes heat from the refrigerant so your refrigerator can cool properly. Replacing a damaged or clogged condenser restores efficient heat transfer and helps the compressor run less frequently. What it does:

• Condenses refrigerant from gas to liquid to release heat from the cooling system
• Promotes proper airflow across the condenser fins for efficient cooling
• Helps prevent excessive compressor runtime and temperature rise in the cabinet
• Commonly replaced when the coil is bent, punctured, clogged, or leaking

• One condenser coil assembly

• Disconnect power to the appliance before starting any repair
• Handle fins and tubing carefully; sharp edges and refrigerant lines can be present
• May require removal of grill/panels and basic hand tools; refer to factory service instructions

This retainer secures the dryer fan motor to its housing so the blower assembly stays aligned and runs quietly. Replacing a worn retainer restores proper motor mounting and reduces vibration or rubbing noise. What it does:

• Holds the fan motor in place to maintain correct blower alignment
• Prevents the motor or fan from shifting, which can cause noise or rubbing
• Helps avoid airflow loss that can lead to poor drying performance
• Reduces vibration that can stress mounts and fasteners

• One fan motor retainer

• Disconnect power before starting any repair to avoid shock or injury
• Basic hand tools are usually required; retain original fasteners unless replacements are provided
• Inspect surrounding mounts and the blower wheel for damage while accessing the motor

This bottom hinge assembly replaces a worn or damaged door hinge to restore proper door alignment and operation. It helps the door open and close smoothly and keeps the appliance door stable during use. What it does:

• Provides the pivot point for the lower side of the appliance door so it swings correctly
• Restores proper door alignment to prevent rubbing, binding or uneven gaps
• Eliminates noisy or rough door movement caused by a broken or worn hinge
• Helps the door latch and seal correctly by maintaining correct hinge geometry

• One bottom hinge assembly

• Disconnect power to the appliance before starting any repair; shut off water supply if applicable
• Support the door while removing the old hinge to prevent dropping or damage
• Use appropriate hand tools; follow OEM instructions for torque and fastener placement
• Inspect mating hardware and surrounding mounts; replace both sides if one hinge shows similar wear

This diffuser assembly directs and evens airflow inside the appliance to help maintain consistent circulation and performance. It replaces a damaged or worn diffuser to restore proper air distribution and reduce airflow issues. What it does:

• Guides and evens airflow through the appliance to promote uniform circulation
• Helps prevent hotspots or poor air movement caused by cracked or broken diffusers
• Can reduce rattling or vibration when the original diffuser is loose or damaged
• Works as part of the airflow path to support the appliance's normal operating performance

• One diffuser assembly (air), as shown

• High-level replacement: remove access panels and fasteners securing the old diffuser before installing the new part
• Keep parts and fasteners organized; verify correct orientation so airflow is not obstructed
• Disconnect power to the appliance before starting any work to avoid shock or injury

This is a replacement mounting screw used to secure panels and components on compatible Whirlpool appliances, restoring loose or missing fasteners for safe, stable operation. What it does

• Fastens appliance panels, brackets, and small components in place
• Replaces stripped, rusted, or missing screws that cause rattling or loose parts
• Helps restore proper alignment and reduce vibration-related noise
• Matches OEM fit and function for straightforward replacement

• One replacement screw

• Use the matching screwdriver or nut driver to avoid stripping the head
• Tighten until snug; do not overtighten to prevent thread or panel damage
• Turn off and unplug the appliance before accessing internal components

This tube union connector joins two water or refrigerant tubes to restore a sealed flow path and stop leaks. It's a direct-replacement plumbing fitting used on refrigerators and ice/water systems. What it does

• Joins two sections of tubing to maintain a sealed water line connection.
• Restores proper water flow to the dispenser or ice maker when a damaged union causes leaks or loss of supply.
• Provides a threaded/press-fit junction to prevent drips and reduce pressure loss.
• Helps avoid water damage from a cracked or corroded tube joint.

• One tube union connector

• Turn off the water supply and unplug the appliance before starting work.
• Confirm tube sizes and connection type before installation; tighten fittings per manufacturer guidance to avoid overtightening.
• Inspect tubing ends for damage and cut squarely if needed for a proper seal.
• After installation, restore water and power, then check the connection carefully for leaks.

This OEM grease is a purpose-made appliance lubricant that reduces friction and protects moving parts for smoother operation and longer component life. Use where specified by the manufacturer for bearings, slides, or motor shafts. What it does:

• Lubricates gears, bearings, rollers and shafts to reduce wear and noise
• Helps prevent binding, seizing, and grinding on moving components
• Protects metal parts from corrosion where grease is specified
• Keeps parts moving smoothly under normal operating temperatures

• Disconnect power before servicing any appliance; follow manufacturer service instructions
• Apply sparingly to clean, dry surfaces; avoid over-greasing which can attract debris
• Wear gloves and wipe excess grease from surrounding areas to prevent staining

This small metal mounting clip secures the thermal fuse in place to maintain proper thermal contact and stable wiring. It helps keep the fuse positioned so the appliance can monitor temperature reliably and operate safely. What it does:

• Secures the thermal fuse to the appliance housing or duct to prevent movement
• Keeps the fuse in correct contact with temperature-sensing surfaces
• Helps prevent intermittent heating or thermal-sensor misreads caused by a loose fuse
• Useful when replacing a damaged or missing fuse retainer during fuse service

• One thermal fuse mounting clip

• Disconnect power to the appliance before servicing to avoid shock or injury
• Remove access panels per your model's service instructions to reach the fuse location
• Install clip in the same orientation as the original; use pliers if needed to seat it firmly
• Inspect the thermal fuse and wiring while installing; replace any damaged components per OEM guidance

This baffle assembly directs flow inside the appliance to help ensure proper operation of the control area and internal airflow/water routing. Replaces a worn or damaged diffuser to restore intended flow behavior. What it does

• Guides and diffuses flow within the control/chamber area to maintain correct circulation patterns.
• Helps prevent misdirected flow that can cause noisy operation or inconsistent performance.
• Commonly replaced if cracked, broken, or deformed from impact or wear.
• Compatible with the factory mounting and fit where the OEM diffuser is specified.

• One baffle assembly as shown.

• High-level replacement: remove access panels per your model's service instructions to reach the old baffle; swap with the new piece and reassemble.
• Use appropriate tools and keep fasteners organized; do not force parts into position.
• Disconnect power (unplug or switch off breaker) before accessing electrical components.

This ice stripper arm is the small harvest component that helps remove ice from the ice maker mold and guide cubes into the bin, restoring proper harvesting and ice release. It's a direct-fit replacement designed to match the OEM shape and function. What it does:

• Strips ice cubes from the ice maker mold during the harvest cycle so cubes drop into the bin
• Guides released cubes away from the mold to prevent jams and refreezing
• Replaces worn, cracked or broken stripper arms that can cause incomplete harvests
• Works as part of the ice maker's harvesting mechanism to help ensure consistent ice delivery

• One ice stripper arm

• Disconnect power to the appliance before attempting any repair
• Remove the ice maker per the manufacturer instructions to access the stripper arm
• Inspect mounting points and the ice maker for additional wear; align and snap the new arm into place

This heater clamp secures a heating element in the correct position within the appliance. Proper support keeps the element stable so it operates quietly and melts frost as designed for consistent, reliable performance.

• Holds the heater firmly in place to maintain correct alignment
• Reduces movement and vibration that can cause noise or wear
• Helps promote even frost melt during defrost for steady cooling
• Symptoms of a damaged or missing clamp can include recurring frost/ice buildup, a heater out of position, or rattling from the freezer area

• Disconnect power before servicing; wear cut-resistant gloves
• Access the heater/evaporator by removing the freezer panel as applicable
• Note the original clamp orientation and routing before removal
• Use needle-nose pliers to install; avoid damaging evaporator fins and do not deform the heater—position it exactly as originally placed

Sealer for refrigerant line insulation.

A small hex retaining nut used to secure fittings and components in place on compatible Whirlpool appliances. Durable metal construction keeps assemblies tight and prevents loosening from vibration or normal use. What it does:

• Secures threaded studs, bolts, or fittings to maintain proper assembly alignment
• Helps prevent parts from loosening during normal operation or vibration
• Commonly used on panels, brackets, or internal component mounts
• Serves as a simple, serviceable fastener for repair or reassembly tasks

• One metal hex nut

• Disconnect power and water (when applicable) before servicing the appliance
• Use the correct size wrench or socket to tighten; avoid over-tightening which can strip threads
• Keep track of small parts and fasteners during disassembly to ensure correct reassembly
• If the original nut is corroded or damaged, replace it with this new nut of the same thread size