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Drum Bearing Slide - White (Sold individually) – Part Number: WE1M504
Drum Bearing Slide - White (Sold individually)
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PartSelect #: PS755842
Manufacturer #: WE1M504
This authentic, white Drum Bearing Slide, also known as the bearing drum slide, glide, or pad, is a plastic, easy-to-install part for your dryer. It replaces the dryer's front drum slide to allow for ...
$18.58
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Drum Bearing Slide - Green (Sold individually) – Part Number: WE1M1067
Drum Bearing Slide - Green (Sold individually)
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PartSelect #: PS6447706
Manufacturer #: WE1M1067
This original equipment manufacturer Drum Bearing Slide is a plastic, green, easy-to-install part for your dryer. It replaces the dryer's front drum slide to allow for easier movement. You'll know if...
$14.29
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D-Shaped Knob Clip – Part Number: WH01X10106
D-Shaped Knob Clip
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PartSelect #: PS268493
Manufacturer #: WH01X10106
This clip ensures that the knob is securely fastened to the control shaft, allowing you to properly select the correct time and setting for your dryer. If your dryer will not start or shut off, the ti...
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Rear Drum Bearing Kit – Part Number: WE25M40
Rear Drum Bearing Kit
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PartSelect #: PS267529
Manufacturer #: WE25M40
This rear drum bearing kit includes a shaft, ground strap, bearing, seven screws, and installation instructions. The bearing plate comes with a slot in it for the ground strap. This part helps keep yo...
$88.17
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Door Handle - White – Part Number: WE01X20419
Door Handle - White
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PartSelect #: PS9494490
Manufacturer #: WE01X20419
This part is on the outer door of the dryer.
$25.14
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Drive Belt – Part Number: WE12X10014
Drive Belt
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PartSelect #: PS2350043
Manufacturer #: WE12X10014
This belt has a length of 87 inches, width of 1/4”, flat, with 4 ridges.
$31.89
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Idler Pulley Wheel – Part Number: WE12X83
Idler Pulley Wheel
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PartSelect #: PS265721
Manufacturer #: WE12X83
A dryer's idler pulley wheel serves to help the belt to rotate the drum.
$34.79
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Door Latch – Part Number: WE1M1011
Door Latch
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PartSelect #: PS3502777
Manufacturer #: WE1M1011
This door latch is designed for your dryer, and is mounted to the dryer frame. The door latch holds the door of your dryer closed while the machine is operating. If your dryer door is not catching on ...
$11.38
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Interlock Switch – Part Number: WD21X10261
Interlock Switch
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PartSelect #: PS1481922
Manufacturer #: WD21X10261
The interlock switch may also be referred to as a belt switch. This part is a simple on/off mechanism that prohibits the appliance from operating when the door is open. This is a part for your dryer. ...
$27.45
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Door Strike – Part Number: WE1X1192
Door Strike
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PartSelect #: PS266893
Manufacturer #: WE1X1192
TThe door strike for your dryer is mounted on the dryer frame that the door shuts onto. It fits into the door catch on the door and keeps the door closed. If the door strike is damaged or missing, the...
$8.54
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Door Switch – Part Number: WE4M415
Door Switch
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PartSelect #: PS2344321
Manufacturer #: WE4M415
A door switch is a simple on/off mechanism that prohibits the dryer from operating when the door is open.
$32.49
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Foam Seal – Part Number: WE1M825
Foam Seal
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PartSelect #: PS2577674
Manufacturer #: WE1M825
This is 39 inches long.
$12.89
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dryer belt broke
first I took the dryer apart 1st thing i did was unplug the power supply (safety first) then I removed the top of the unit then removed the front cleaned all the lint from the inside of the cabinet I found the proper belt size on part select.com the next day I had my dryer belt delivered (which cost 1/3 the price of the local repair shop price)
then I placed the belt over the dryer drum and made sure it was in the general location it should be I then replaced the front cover and the top. then I removed the rear cover which was held on by six 5/16 sheet metal screws which gave me access to the drive pulley and belt tensioner the belt goes on by going under the tensioner then around the drive pulley
Then i rotated the drum by hand to make sure everything had clearance I then buttend everything up plugged it and started it up it workd fine and I figure Ill get another 8 years out of it
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Drive Belt
  • Matt from La Belle, MO
  • Difficulty Level:
    A Bit Difficult
  • Total Repair Time:
    15 - 30 mins
  • Tools:
    Nutdriver, Screw drivers, Socket set
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The dryer drum turned ok, but the gas heat did not start.
First I found and watched three videos on how to open the dryer and replace the igniter.
Then I opened the dryer, but I did not remove the belt as suggested in the video, and then I removed the ignitor and flame detecter as the videos had shown.
I got on-line and ordered the new parts from PartsSelect in the afternoon and had them in my hands the next morning by 9:30 am.
I installed the new parts and everything worked fine again. You must be very careful with the igniter to not touch it with hands or anything else. I practiced puting in the old parts first.
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IGNITER Heat Detector
  • Gary L. from Freeport, IL
  • Difficulty Level:
    A Bit Difficult
  • Total Repair Time:
    1- 2 hours
  • Tools:
    Screw drivers
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The dryer door handle broke off.
I pried out the remaining pieces of the handle out of the door with a screwdriver. When the new part arrived, I snapped it into place and it was done. It fit perfectly.
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Door Handle - White
  • Jim from North Richland Hills, TX
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    Less than 15 mins
  • Tools:
    Screw drivers
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