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
What's included: One screw
- 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
Do-It-Yourself Stories from Customers like You
The pump hose had a tear in it and the water hoses were in bad shape Steven V. • El Cerrito , CA • September 21, 2014
Unscrewed the front lower panel ( 2 screws ). Disconnected the pump hose clamp and removed the hose. I loosened the lower back panel and pulled out the drained hose from the rear. Replaced with new hose put back clamp and panels. Very easy
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