Whirlpool Dryer Baffle Parts

The Dryer Drum Baffle is an OEM replacement part designed for Whirlpool dryers. The baffle, located inside the drum, helps lift and tumble clothes during the drying cycle, ensuring even and efficient drying. It agitates the clothing, allowing air to circulate freely and preventing tangling.

Note: This is the tall baffle.

Over time, the drum baffle can become loose or damaged due to frequent use and contact with clothing or objects left in pockets. Physical wear or repeated impacts might cause it to crack, detach, or warp, reducing its ability to tumble clothes properly.

Symptoms of a faulty Drum Baffle include:

• Clothes not drying evenly or efficiently
• Unusual noises coming from the drum, such as rattling or banging
• Loose or detached baffle within the drum

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

Short baffle

Replacement drum baffle that lifts and tumbles clothes inside the dryer for more even drying and helps prevent garments from snagging. Restores proper drum agitation to reduce noise and improve drying performance. What it does:

• Lifts and separates clothes as the drum turns to promote even heat exposure and drying.
• Helps keep items from bunching or wrapping around the drum, which can cause uneven drying.
• Reduces rattling, thumping, or scraping noises tied to a loose or damaged lifter.
• Protects fabrics from snagging or rubbing against the drum surface.

• Disconnect power to the appliance before beginning service to avoid shock or injury.
• Access may require removing the dryer front panel or drum.
• Keep fasteners and mounting tabs aligned during reassembly to ensure the baffle seats correctly.

This drum baffle replaces a worn or damaged lifter inside the dryer drum to help clothes tumble evenly and prevent items from bunching. Restores proper tumbling and reduces rubbing/snags caused by broken or missing lifters. What it does:

• Lifts and separates clothes as the drum turns to promote even drying
• Helps prevent garments from tangling or bunching in the drum
• Reduces fabric rubbing and potential snags caused by damaged lifters
• Commonly replaced when the original is cracked, loose, or missing

• One drum baffle

• Disconnect power before starting repairs
• Removal of the dryer drum or front panel is typically required; follow model-specific service instructions
• Use appropriate hand tools and keep track of mounting screws/clips for reassembly
• Inspect drum, mounting studs, and fasteners; replace any stripped or damaged hardware for a secure fit

This replacement drum baffle helps lift and separate clothes as the dryer tumbles so items dry more evenly and move freely. Fits into the dryer drum to restore proper fabric circulation and reduce bunching. What it does:

• Lifts and guides clothes during tumbling to improve airflow and drying consistency
• Helps prevent items from wrapping or bunching against the drum
• Can reduce loud thumping or scraping noises caused by a loose or broken baffle
• Addresses symptoms such as uneven drying, items clumping together, or abnormal drum noises

• One drum baffle

• Disconnect power before beginning any work; follow the dryer's service manual for panel removal and reassembly
• Replacement typically requires opening the dryer cabinet or removing the drum—use proper tools and follow model-specific instructions
• Retain existing screws or fasteners unless new hardware is specified for your model

This drum baffle restores proper tumbling by lifting and separating laundry as the dryer drum rotates. It helps improve drying performance and reduces garment bunching. What it does:

• Lifts and tumbles clothes so air flows more evenly through the load
• Helps prevent garments from clumping or wrapping around the drum
• Can reduce rubbing, thumping, or scraping noises caused by a loose or damaged lifter
• Restores consistent drum contact and improves drying efficiency

• Disconnect power before starting any repair to avoid shock or injury
• Access typically requires opening the dryer cabinet or front panel; small tools may be needed
• Align the baffle with factory mounting holes and secure with existing fasteners; use correct screws if replacements are required
• Inspect and replace worn drum or support parts as needed for reliable operation

This drum baffle restores the internal lift inside the dryer drum to help separate clothes and promote even tumbling. Replacing a cracked or missing baffle can reduce banging noises and help restore consistent drying performance. What it does:

• Lifts and moves clothes for more even tumbling and airflow inside the drum.
• Helps prevent garments from bunching or wrapping around the drum during a cycle.
• A damaged or missing baffle can cause loud thumping, scraping noises, or uneven drying; replacing it addresses these common symptoms.
• Designed to match the OEM drum mounting points for proper fit and function.

• Disconnect power (and gas, if applicable) before servicing the dryer.
• Access typically requires removing the dryer front or drum; keep track of fasteners and take photos for reassembly.
• Use basic hand tools and avoid forcing parts; inspect mounting hardware and drum condition while replacing the baffle.

This drum baffle restores proper fabric tumbling and gentle movement inside the dryer drum for more even drying and fewer snags. It fits the drum to help lift and separate items during the cycle. What it does:

• Lifts and guides clothes as the drum rotates to promote consistent tumbling
• Reduces fabric bunching and helps improve air exposure for more even drying
• Prevents garments from riding on the drum seam and reduces rubbing/snags
• Can stop or reduce thumping or uneven tumbling when a worn baffle is the cause

• One drum baffle

• Disconnect power before beginning work
• Installation typically requires opening the dryer's front or top panel and rotating/removing the drum—follow your model's service manual
• Keep track of fasteners and note baffle orientation; replace any damaged clips or screws
• Wear gloves and eye protection; watch for sharp edges and pinch points during reassembly

This drum baffle is the interior vane that lifts and tumbles clothes inside the dryer drum, helping move garments for even drying and reducing tangling. It replaces a worn or broken vane to restore normal tumbling action. What it does:

• Guides and lifts clothes as the drum rotates to improve airflow and drying consistency
• Reduces garment bunching and helps prevent tangling during cycles
• Prevents direct cloth contact with the drum shell where worn or broken baffles can catch fabric
• Restores proper drum rotation balance when a missing or damaged baffle causes wobble or uneven wear

• Intended for a user familiar with appliance repair; disconnect power before servicing
• Typically installs from inside the dryer cabinet or by removing the drum; follow OEM diagram for exact procedure
• Inspect mounting tabs and screws; replace any damaged fasteners for a secure fit
• If dryer shows additional noise or vibration after replacement, recheck alignment and mounting hardware