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This Hex Nut is a small but critical fastener used to secure brackets, panels, and internal assemblies in your appliance. Replacing a stripped, corroded, or missing nut restores a tight, rattle-free, and safe installation.

• Threads onto a matching bolt or stud to clamp parts together
• Helps maintain alignment and reduce vibration-related loosening
• Commonly used on panels, brackets, supports, and internal assemblies
• Replace when threads are damaged, hex flats are rounded, or hardware is missing
• Symptoms can include loose or rattling components or hardware that won't stay tight

• Disconnect power and, if applicable, shut off gas or water before servicing
• Use the correct-size nut driver or wrench to avoid rounding the hex
• Start the nut by hand to prevent cross-threading; tighten snugly without over-torquing
• Inspect and replace any damaged mating bolt/stud or washer for a secure repair

The Light Bulb is an OEM part for Whirlpool refrigerators. This part illuminates the water and ice dispenser area, providing visibility and ease of use, especially in low light conditions. 

Over time, the light bulb can fail due to normal wear and tear, electrical surges, or damage from vibrations and impacts. 

Symptoms of a bad light bulb include:

• The dispenser area not lighting up when activated
• Flickering or dim lighting
• The bulb failing to turn on consistently

This OEM Whirlpool part is also compatible with Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Magic Chef, Admiral, Norge, Roper and some Kenmore models.

This factory fastener secures appliance components such as panels, brackets, and trim. Replacing a missing or stripped screw restores a tight fit, reduces rattling, and helps keep assemblies aligned for reliable performance.

• Fastens appliance parts to maintain structural integrity and alignment
• Helps address symptoms like loose or vibrating panels, gaps, or hardware that won't stay tight
• Replaces lost, damaged, or corroded fasteners during repairs or reassembly
• OEM-matched thread and fit for the specified location

• Disconnect power; shut off gas or water supplies before servicing
• Replace one screw at a time to preserve alignment of parts
• Start threads by hand to avoid cross-threading; tighten snugly without over-torquing
• Use the correct driver size/type specified for your model

Includes element, thermal fuse, heat shield, heater enclosure and ceramic insulators.

This multi-temperature cycling thermostat regulates the dryer's drum heat, switching the heater on and off to match the temperature setting you choose. It can help restore consistent drying if temperatures are erratic, loads run too hot, or cycles take too long.

• Maintains target temperature by opening and closing the heater circuit across multiple heat settings
• Provides calibrated temperature control for safe, efficient drying
• Failure may present as no heat or low heat, overheating, very long dry times, or inconsistent temperatures
• Intended for models with multiple temperature selections

• Unplug the dryer; shut off gas supply if applicable. Allow the appliance to cool before servicing.
• Take a photo of wire positions; move wires to the new thermostat one at a time to matching terminals and ensure snug connections.
• Remove/install mounting screws and seat the thermostat flat against the mating surface for proper sensing.
• After reassembly, clear lint passages and verify proper vent airflow.

• If there's no heat at all, also check the thermal fuse, high-limit thermostat, heating element (electric), or igniter/burner components (gas).
• Restricted venting can mimic thermostat issues and cause overheating or long dry times.

This door handle provides the grip to open and close the appliance door. Replace a cracked, loose, or missing handle to restore easy access and a clean, finished look.

• Provides the user handhold to operate the door
• Mounts to the door panel and transfers pull force to the latch mechanism
• Common symptoms: handle cracked/broken, loose or falling off, difficulty opening the door
• Helps address cosmetic damage or sharp edges from a broken handle

• Disconnect power to the appliance before servicing
• Open the door and support the outer panel or glass, if applicable
• Transfer and reuse original fasteners; align the new handle and tighten evenly—do not overtighten
• Verify smooth door operation before returning to service

This factory 8-18 screw secures appliance panels, brackets, and components. Replace missing or stripped hardware to restore a tight, rattle-free assembly and dependable operation.

• Fastens components to frames, brackets, and covers
• Replaces missing, damaged, or rusted screws
• Helps reduce looseness, vibration, and rattling noises
• Restores proper alignment of panels and assemblies

• Disconnect power before servicing; shut off gas/water if applicable
• Start the screw by hand to avoid cross-threading; use the proper driver
• Tighten snugly—do not overtighten to prevent stripping metal or plastic

This genuine replacement part is a drive motor for dryers. The drive motor is the main engine that allows the dryer drum to rotate. If the drum is no longer spinning properly, the drive motor might need to be replaced. Luckily this is a relatively simple process.To replace the drive motor, begin by unplugging the dryer. Once it is powered off, uninstall the front panel of the dryer by removing the screws that attach it. After that, lift the top panel above the drum so that it is vertical and no longer covering the drum. Then disconnect the wires from the moisture sensors with a screwdriver by pressing down on the locking tab. Once the wires have been removed, lift the drum out from the dryer to gain access to the drive motor. Using a socket wrench, remove the blower wheel from the motor assembly. Then remove the old drive motor by unthreading the mounting screws that attach it. Install the new drive motor and reassemble the dryer. This OEM replacement part is sold individually and is compatible with Whirlpools, Maytag, Kitchenaid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Magic Chef, Admiral, Norge, Roper, and Sears/Kenmore brand dryers.

This idler spring attaches to the idler arm to keep the drive belt properly tensioned, preventing slip and chatter. Replacing a weak or broken spring restores steady rotation and helps reduce noise and belt wear.

• Maintains correct belt tension by pulling the idler arm into position
• Helps prevent belt slippage, squealing/chirping, and premature belt wear
• A failed spring can cause no or intermittent rotation and the belt coming off
• Typical signs include a loose belt, off-track belt, or rhythmic squeak from the base

• Disconnect power before servicing; if working on a gas appliance, shut off the gas supply
• Access the idler assembly; note belt routing before removal
• Relieve belt tension, then move the idler arm to remove and replace the spring on the same mounting holes
• After reassembly, rotate by hand to verify smooth belt tracking before test

This dryer timer controls cycle length and sequencing, advancing the machine through the selected settings and turning it off at the end. Replacing a failed timer restores proper cycle timing, advancing, and dependable automatic shutoff.

• Controls cycle timing and the order of operations throughout the selected program
• Routes power to the motor and other circuits as the internal cam advances
• Advances through timed and automatic cycles to complete the load
• Common symptoms of a failed timer: cycle won't advance, dryer runs too long or won't shut off, won't start or only works on one setting, stops mid-cycle

• Disconnect power; for gas dryers, also turn off the gas supply
• Access the control console; remove the old timer from its mounting and note wire locations
• Photograph wiring and transfer leads to the same labeled terminals one at a time
• Reassemble the console, restore power, and test that all cycle positions advance and shut off properly

This internal-bias thermostat regulates dryer drum temperature by cycling the heat on and off, helping maintain consistent drying performance and protect against overheating.

• Controls the cycling temperature of the heating circuit to prevent underheating or overheating
• Helps resolve symptoms like no heat, not enough heat, long dry times, or temperature swings
• A faulty thermostat may cause overheating that can trip the thermal fuse
• Located on the blower housing on many models

• Disconnect power and shut off gas (for gas dryers) before servicing
• Access the blower housing; note wire positions and transfer one at a time
• Mount the thermostat flush to the housing for proper sensing
• After installation, run a test cycle to verify proper heating

The LP Gas Conversion Kit is an OEM part for Whirlpool appliances. This kit allows for the conversion of natural gas appliances to use liquid propane (LP) gas. It includes all necessary components, such as orifices and instructions, to ensure a safe and efficient conversion.

Over time or due to specific needs, you might need to convert your appliance from natural gas to LP gas. Causes for needing this conversion include moving to an area where only LP gas is available or preferring LP gas due to its efficiency and environmental benefits.

Symptoms indicating the need for a gas conversion kit include:

• Moving to a location that only supplies LP gas
• Changing energy preferences for better efficiency
• Appliances set up for natural gas needing adaptation to LP gas

This OEM part is also compatible with Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Magic Chef, Admiral, Norge, Roper, and Kenmore models.

This gas valve includes the coils. For the coils alone use part number 279834

10 - 16 x 1/2

This vane screw secures the internal drum baffle (vane) to the drum, keeping loads turning properly and preventing rattles or snags. Replace a missing or stripped screw to restore a tight, stable baffle during cycles.

• Fastens the drum baffle/lifter (vane) to the rotating drum
• Helps maintain proper tumble and load turnover
• Common symptoms: loose or wobbly baffle, rattling or clunking noises, items catching on a raised baffle edge, or a baffle that detaches
• Visual cues: missing screw or stripped/damaged threads at the baffle mounting holes

• Disconnect power before servicing; shut off gas
• Access the baffle from inside the drum; align holes and start the screw by hand to avoid cross-threading
• Tighten firmly but do not overtighten to prevent stripping the drum or cracking the baffle
• Start all screws before final tightening to seat the baffle evenly

This dryer thermostat monitors internal air temperature and opens/closes the heater circuit to keep drying safe and consistent. Replacing a weak or failed thermostat restores proper heat and helps prevent overheating or nuisance shutdowns. What it does:

• Senses exhaust/heater housing temperature and switches the heating circuit based on temperature
• Helps maintain target drying temperatures for consistent performance
• Provides over-temperature protection by opening the circuit if heat rises too high
• Common symptoms include no heat or weak heat, long dry times, heat cutting out mid-cycle, or the dryer running hotter than normal

• 1 thermostat

• Disconnect power before servicing; heating components can be live and hot
• Access location varies by model; typically mounted on the heater or blower housing behind a rear or front panel
• Transfer wires from the old thermostat to the new one one-at-a-time and secure firmly; ensure the mounting surface is clean and flat
• After replacement, check and clear the venting/duct for proper airflow to prevent repeat failures