The Door Gasket is an OEM part for Whirlpool dishwashers. This gasket is designed to create a watertight seal around the dishwasher door, preventing water from leaking out during wash cycles. It ensures that the dishwasher operates efficiently by keeping water inside the unit, maintaining optimal cleaning performance, and protecting your kitchen from water damage.
Causes of a bad door gasket can include regular wear and tear from frequent use, exposure to high temperatures and harsh detergents, or damage from debris and foreign objects. Over time, these factors can lead to the gasket becoming brittle, cracked, or deformed, compromising its sealing ability.
Symptoms of a bad door gasket include:
- Water leaking from the dishwasher door during or after a cycle
- Visible cracks, tears, or deformities in the gasket
- The dishwasher door not closing properly or requiring extra force to close
- Mold or mildew buildup on the gasket
This OEM part is also compatible with Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Magic Chef, Admiral, Norge, Roper, and Kenmore models.
Do-It-Yourself Stories from Customers like You
Dishwasher was leaking from the bottom front Alicia M. • Morganton , NC • January 12, 2015
I thought it was the gasket so I ordered a new one. While waiting for it to arrive I read some other forums where I read that sometimes the air vent on the front could be dirty and cause leaking. I popped out that vent cover and it was clogged. Using an old toothbrush and a tiny paint brush I cleaned all of the gunk out. No more leak even with the old gasket in place. I'll save the new gasket for when I need it in the future.
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