Parts for Whirlpool M REF W PAR: Top Venting Parts

This factory replacement screw secures panels, brackets, and covers in your appliance. Replacing missing or stripped hardware restores a solid fit, reduces vibration and rattles, and keeps components properly aligned during everyday use. What it does:

• Fastens panels, trim, brackets, and internal components to the cabinet or chassis
• Helps maintain alignment and reduce vibration or rattling noises
• Replaces missing, rusted, or stripped screws discovered during service
• Matches the OEM spec for locations where this part is called out on your model's diagram

• Disconnect power (and gas or water, if applicable) before servicing
• Use the appropriate driver; start threads by hand to avoid cross-threading
• Tighten snugly—do not overtighten to prevent stripping metal or plastic
• Replace hardware one screw at a time to keep parts aligned

This factory replacement screw secures panels, brackets, and covers in your appliance. Replacing missing or stripped hardware restores a solid fit, reduces vibration and rattles, and keeps components properly aligned during everyday use. What it does:

• Fastens panels, trim, brackets, and internal components to the cabinet or chassis
• Helps maintain alignment and reduce vibration or rattling noises
• Replaces missing, rusted, or stripped screws discovered during service
• Matches the OEM spec for locations where this part is called out on your model's diagram

• Disconnect power (and gas or water, if applicable) before servicing
• Use the appropriate driver; start threads by hand to avoid cross-threading
• Tighten snugly—do not overtighten to prevent stripping metal or plastic
• Replace hardware one screw at a time to keep parts aligned

This terminal block is the insulated connection point where the appliance's incoming power ties into the internal wiring. Replacing a heat-damaged or loose block restores a safe, reliable electrical path and helps prevent arcing and intermittent power loss.

• Connects the supply conductors to the unit's internal wiring
• Provides insulated posts to securely fasten and distribute power
• Helps maintain tight, low-resistance connections
• Common failure signs: melted/discolored plastic, burned or loose terminals, arcing, scorching, or intermittent/no power after confirming the cord and breaker

• Disconnect power at the breaker or unplug the appliance; verify no voltage before servicing
• Photograph or label wire positions to ensure correct reassembly
• Inspect and replace any heat-damaged wire ends or lugs; use appropriate terminals
• Tighten connections securely and ensure wires are fully seated and strain-relieved as originally installed

The Whirlpool screw is an OEM replacement part responsible for securely fastening various components and parts within Whirlpool appliances. These screws are essential for maintaining the structural integrity and safe operation of the appliance. These screws hold together critical components like panels, brackets, handles, and internal parts.

This part fixes the following symptoms:

• Loose or wobbly handles on refrigerators, ovens, or other appliances
• Vibrations or rattling noises during appliance operation
• Inability to assemble or disassemble parts during appliance repair or maintenance

The Whirlpool screw can also be used on Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Magic Chef, Admiral, Norge, Roper, and Kenmore/Sears brand appliances.

Control panel vent for stainless steel models.

Screw for control panel vent.

This factory replacement screw secures panels, brackets, and covers in your appliance. Replacing missing or stripped hardware restores a solid fit, reduces vibration and rattles, and keeps components properly aligned during everyday use. What it does:

• Fastens panels, trim, brackets, and internal components to the cabinet or chassis
• Helps maintain alignment and reduce vibration or rattling noises
• Replaces missing, rusted, or stripped screws discovered during service
• Matches the OEM spec for locations where this part is called out on your model's diagram

• Disconnect power (and gas or water, if applicable) before servicing
• Use the appropriate driver; start threads by hand to avoid cross-threading
• Tighten snugly—do not overtighten to prevent stripping metal or plastic
• Replace hardware one screw at a time to keep parts aligned

The Whirlpool element mounting screw is an OEM replacement part responsible for securely fastening the heating element to the designated location inside the oven. This part ensures that the heating element remains firmly attached to the appliance's structure. The element mounting screw is crafted from durable materials to withstand high temperatures to provide a reliable and stable connection between the heating element and the oven.

This part fixes the following symptoms:

• Loose or wobbly heating element
• Uneven heating inside the oven
• Excessive vibrations or rattling noises during operation

The Whirlpool element mounting screw can also be used on Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Magic Chef, Admiral, Norge, Roper, and Kenmore/Sears brand appliances.

This factory replacement screw secures panels, brackets, and covers in your appliance. Replacing missing or stripped hardware restores a solid fit, reduces vibration and rattles, and keeps components properly aligned during everyday use. What it does:

• Fastens panels, trim, brackets, and internal components to the cabinet or chassis
• Helps maintain alignment and reduce vibration or rattling noises
• Replaces missing, rusted, or stripped screws discovered during service
• Matches the OEM spec for locations where this part is called out on your model's diagram

• Disconnect power (and gas or water, if applicable) before servicing
• Use the appropriate driver; start threads by hand to avoid cross-threading
• Tighten snugly—do not overtighten to prevent stripping metal or plastic
• Replace hardware one screw at a time to keep parts aligned

This factory replacement screw secures panels, brackets, and covers in your appliance. Replacing missing or stripped hardware restores a solid fit, reduces vibration and rattles, and keeps components properly aligned during everyday use. What it does:

• Fastens panels, trim, brackets, and internal components to the cabinet or chassis
• Helps maintain alignment and reduce vibration or rattling noises
• Replaces missing, rusted, or stripped screws discovered during service
• Matches the OEM spec for locations where this part is called out on your model's diagram

• Disconnect power (and gas or water, if applicable) before servicing
• Use the appropriate driver; start threads by hand to avoid cross-threading
• Tighten snugly—do not overtighten to prevent stripping metal or plastic
• Replace hardware one screw at a time to keep parts aligned

This mounting bracket is a replacement support bracket that secures appliance components and keeps assemblies aligned for reliable operation. It restores proper fit and helps prevent rattling or movement from loose fittings. What it does:

• Secures panels or assemblies to the appliance frame to maintain proper alignment
• Reduces vibration and rattling caused by loose or damaged supports
• Restores mounting points that prevent sagging or separation of connected parts
• Helps ensure stable operation after repairs involving removed or replaced hardware

• Follow the appliance service manual for exact location and fastener torque
• Disconnect power (and gas if applicable) before beginning any repair
• Use appropriate tools and replace any damaged screws or clips with OEM-equivalent fasteners

This factory replacement screw secures panels, brackets, and covers in your appliance. Replacing missing or stripped hardware restores a solid fit, reduces vibration and rattles, and keeps components properly aligned during everyday use. What it does:

• Fastens panels, trim, brackets, and internal components to the cabinet or chassis
• Helps maintain alignment and reduce vibration or rattling noises
• Replaces missing, rusted, or stripped screws discovered during service
• Matches the OEM spec for locations where this part is called out on your model's diagram

• Disconnect power (and gas or water, if applicable) before servicing
• Use the appropriate driver; start threads by hand to avoid cross-threading
• Tighten snugly—do not overtighten to prevent stripping metal or plastic
• Replace hardware one screw at a time to keep parts aligned

This factory replacement screw secures panels, brackets, and covers in your appliance. Replacing missing or stripped hardware restores a solid fit, reduces vibration and rattles, and keeps components properly aligned during everyday use. What it does:

• Fastens panels, trim, brackets, and internal components to the cabinet or chassis
• Helps maintain alignment and reduce vibration or rattling noises
• Replaces missing, rusted, or stripped screws discovered during service
• Matches the OEM spec for locations where this part is called out on your model's diagram

• Disconnect power (and gas or water, if applicable) before servicing
• Use the appropriate driver; start threads by hand to avoid cross-threading
• Tighten snugly—do not overtighten to prevent stripping metal or plastic
• Replace hardware one screw at a time to keep parts aligned

This factory replacement screw secures panels, brackets, and covers in your appliance. Replacing missing or stripped hardware restores a solid fit, reduces vibration and rattles, and keeps components properly aligned during everyday use. What it does:

• Fastens panels, trim, brackets, and internal components to the cabinet or chassis
• Helps maintain alignment and reduce vibration or rattling noises
• Replaces missing, rusted, or stripped screws discovered during service
• Matches the OEM spec for locations where this part is called out on your model's diagram

• Disconnect power (and gas or water, if applicable) before servicing
• Use the appropriate driver; start threads by hand to avoid cross-threading
• Tighten snugly—do not overtighten to prevent stripping metal or plastic
• Replace hardware one screw at a time to keep parts aligned