Parts for Whirlpool WGD8500SR0: 01 - Top And Console Parts

White dryer top panel that covers the drum and internal components. Replace if cracked, damaged, rusty, or worn from heavy use or chemical spills.

Secures dryer wiring to the cabinet to prevent rubbing and interference. Replace if your wire retainer clip is broken, missing, or damaged.

Structural bracket that secures components inside your dryer. Replace if bracket is rusty, bent, broken, or missing to restore proper support and alignment.

For mating plug use 691707.

For mating terminal use [AP31136300].

Dryer won't power on or trips breaker? This terminal block plug connects power to your dryer's electrical system. Common fix for power issues.

For mating terminal use WP94614.

This screw is used to secure the handle end cap to the center of the door. The screw size measures 8-18 x 1/2 inches.

This motor connector housing is the molded body that holds the motor's wire terminals for a secure, insulated connection. Replacing a cracked or heat-damaged housing helps restore reliable motor operation and prevent intermittent power issues.

• Organizes and insulates the motor's wiring terminals
• Locks the harness to the motor for a firm electrical connection
• Helps reduce loose contacts, arcing, and heat damage at the plug
• If the housing is failing, you may see intermittent or no motor operation, the machine stopping mid-cycle, or visible melting/discoloration at the motor connector

• Disconnect power; also shut off gas supply
• Note wire positions; transfer terminals into the new housing one at a time to maintain orientation
• Inspect terminals and wiring; replace any burnt or loose terminals before reassembly
• Ensure the connector seats fully on the motor and the harness is secure; restore power and test

Restore smooth, accurate control with this replacement control knob. It fits onto the selector or timer shaft so you can choose cycles, temperatures, or time and replace a cracked, stripped, loose, or missing knob.

• Attaches to the control shaft to operate a switch, timer, or thermostat
• Provides a secure grip for selecting cycle, temperature, speed, or time
• Resolves issues like free-spinning, slipping, or knobs that won't stay on
• Helps when settings can't be adjusted due to a damaged or missing knob

• Disconnect power before servicing to prevent accidental start
• Pull the old knob straight off; avoid twisting the control shaft
• Align the new knob with the shaft and press firmly until fully seated
• If your original knob had a removable insert/retainer, transfer it to the new knob