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This top panel is the dryer cabinet's upper cover that protects internal components and provides a finished appearance. It restores a flush, stable surface and helps keep lint and moisture away from internal parts. What it does:

• Covers and protects the dryer's internal components at the top of the cabinet
• Keeps lint, dust, and moisture out of the control and drum areas
• Restores proper fit and finish for cosmetic repairs
• Helps eliminate rattles or vibration caused by a loose or damaged top

• One top panel

• Designed for drop-in or screw-mount replacement; verify fastener locations before starting
• Disconnect power (and gas supply if applicable) before servicing
• Handle panel edges carefully to avoid scratching the finish or cutting hands

This cove transition panel is the black trim piece that restores the look and fit between your cooktop and control area. It provides a finished appearance and replaces a cracked, bent, or missing transition trim. What it does:

• Covers the gap between the cooktop and control/cabinet area for a clean, finished appearance
• Replaces damaged, cracked, or warped trim that can affect panel alignment
• Helps maintain correct spacing and fit of adjacent trim pieces
• Restores original factory appearance after collision or wear

• Disconnect power to the appliance before starting any work
• Handle edges carefully to avoid cuts and prevent scratching the finish
• Minor disassembly of surrounding trim or panels may be required; keep fasteners organized

The Common Nut is an OEM part for LG ranges. It secures the fan blade to the motor shaft. This nut maintains the fan's stability and preventing it from becoming dislodged during use.

Causes of a bad common nut can include loosening over time due to vibration, improper installation, or damage from impact or mishandling.

Symptoms of a bad common nut include:

• Excessive noise or vibration from the fan assembly
• The fan blade becoming loose or detached, causing poor air circulation
• Potential risk of the fan blade becoming a projectile if completely detached

This OEM LG part is also compatible with some Kenmore models.a

The Carbon Heater is an OEM part for LG electric ranges. As an internal heating element, the carbon heater element generates consistent, powerful heat for the range's oven. It radiates even heat throughout the oven cavity to cook and bake foods as intended.

Symptoms of a faulty carbon heater include: 

• Inconsistent or improper oven temperatures
• Fluctuating heat levels between baking cycles  
• Discoloration, cracking or damage to the heating coil
• Occasional tripping of circuit breakers

Causes can be regular wear over many bake cycles, mineral buildup inhibiting heat transfer or physical damage to fragile coil filaments. 

This part is also compatible with select Sears/Kenmore electric ranges.

The Surface Element is an OEM part for LG electric ranges. It is a glass-ceramic smooth-top cooking surface with embedded heating coils below. Used for easy cleaning and quick heating of pots and pans, the smooth top element must withstand years of daily use. 

Causes of failure include cracks developing in the glass-ceramic material from thermal stress over time. Fatigue of internal heating coils is also possible with heavy usage.

Symptoms of a bad smooth-top surface element include:

• Uneven or slow-heating surface areas  
• Thermal checks, chips, or full cracks appearing in the glass
• Potential electrical hazards if internal coils short dangerously

Replacing this new OEM LG smooth-top element restores a durable, scratch-resistant cooking area that complements modern kitchen designs. It is also compatible with Sears/Kenmore electric range models.

This hardware washer helps distribute fastener load and maintain proper spacing in your LG appliance. Replacing a missing or worn washer restores secure mounting and alignment, reducing vibration and rattling from loose assemblies.

• Distributes the load of a screw or bolt and protects mating surfaces to maintain alignment
• Helps keep components secure and at the correct spacing
• A damaged or missing washer can lead to loosening, vibration, or rattling during operation
• Ensures correct hardware stack-up during reassembly after service

• Disconnect power and shut off water or gas before servicing
• Note the order and orientation of any washers/spacers; take a reference photo
• Use the correct driver or wrench and tighten snugly—do not overtighten
• Replace companion hardware if corroded, stripped, or damaged