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WTW5500XW1 Whirlpool Washer - Overview

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Lid Latch Assembly – Part Number: W10404050
Lid Latch Assembly
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PartSelect #: PS3497627
Manufacturer #: W10404050
The point of the lid switch is for the tub to stop spinning when the washer lid is opened. It is a safety precaution just in case someone decides to stick their hand inside the washer while the tub is spinning.
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Washing Machine Suspension Rod Kit – Part Number: W10780048
Washing Machine Suspension Rod Kit
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PartSelect #: PS11703290
Manufacturer #: W10780048
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Washer Drive Pulley – Part Number: W10721967
Washer Drive Pulley
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PartSelect #: PS10057144
Manufacturer #: W10721967
This is a replacement clutch assembly or cam kit for your washer. The clutch assembly is mounted on the drive shaft on the bottom of your washer. You may need to replace the clutch assembly if the spl...
$54.38
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Drive Belt – Part Number: WPW10006384
Drive Belt
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PartSelect #: PS11747978
Manufacturer #: WPW10006384
The main drive belt is designed to ride on the pulley until the basket gets up to speed.
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Washer – Part Number: WP3949550
Washer
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PartSelect #: PS11742027
Manufacturer #: WP3949550
This part goes on the agitator retaining bolt.
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Screw – Part Number: WP488729
Screw
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PartSelect #: PS11742721
Manufacturer #: WP488729
Metallic screw that is less than an inch long. Does not include the plastic washer.
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Touch-Up Paint - White – Part Number: 72017
Touch-Up Paint - White
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PartSelect #: PS385132
Manufacturer #: 72017
This touch-up paint can be used on a wide variety of household appliances. It is most often used on washers, dryer, refrigerators, dishwashers, ranges, freezers, trash compactors, or microwaves. It is...
$8.00
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Shift Actuator - 120V 60Hz – Part Number: WPW10006355
Shift Actuator - 120V 60Hz
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PartSelect #: PS11747977
Manufacturer #: WPW10006355
This part changes the transmission from agitation to spin mode. This actuator is for washers. Actuator shifts the splutch and monitors the position of the splutch.
$73.40
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D-Shaped Knob Insert – Part Number: WP8536939
D-Shaped Knob Insert
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PartSelect #: PS11746209
Manufacturer #: WP8536939
This insert is sold individually. Knob not included. Knob is sold separately.
$11.10
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Lid Latch Strike – Part Number: WPW10240513
Lid Latch Strike
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PartSelect #: PS11750882
Manufacturer #: WPW10240513
This part is the replacement lid latch or latch assembly for your top-load washer. The lid latch holds your washer door closed, and allows the washer to run its cycle. If the lid latch is damaged, you...
$44.48
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Hose Clamp – Part Number: WP285655
Hose Clamp
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PartSelect #: PS11740613
Manufacturer #: WP285655
The hose clamp is used to hold the water hose in place which will prevent the hose from leaking water. Sometimes the clamp may lose its ability to latch on, causing a leaking washer. For the installat...
$11.10
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Lid Hinge Mounting Screw – Part Number: WPW10119828
Lid Hinge Mounting Screw
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PartSelect #: PS11748588
Manufacturer #: WPW10119828
Sold individually. NOTE: The color on the screw may not be the same as the image, but will still function the same.
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Matt
January 20, 2020
My washer “starts” a cycle. But after around 10 seconds, it’s locks and doesn’t start a load or unlock. I have to unplug the machine for it to unlock. What part could he causing this issue?
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Hello Matt, Thank you for the question. This sounds like the Control Lock was set and will need to be De-Activated. To turn off Control Lock, press and hold the Options key that says "Control Lock Hold 3 Sec" under it for 3 seconds. If the dishwasher has a dedicated Control Lock button in the Options selections, press and hold CONTROL LOCK for 3 seconds. We hope this helps.

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Tina
February 18, 2020
Found rusty broken Razor blades under washer wash plate, so rusty the wash plate could not spin on its own from the basket, it spun with the outer tub. Anyways now i need to remove the #10 hub...is there a special way or tool to remove this part? or will it come off if i unscrew the 4 #7 screws holding the #8 hub on? will the #10 hub come off with the #8 hub? because i can see through the vent of the washer wash plate another broken rusty blade, plus it makes an awful grinding noise when i spin the tub around.
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Hello, Thank you for your question. We apologize however we do not have any instructions on how to replace this. However you should not need another tool to replace it. We hope this helps.

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Common Symptoms of the WTW5500XW1

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Lid Lock light blinking, machine will not start
A detailed Service Technician Service Manual is hidden inside the machine on the front panel. It is hidden by the bleach dispenser input. It gives a list of fault codes and instructions for calibration after repair, resetting fault codes, and a manual test mode for stepping the machine through each mode on command. The Tachometer failed which would not let the machine come up to maximum spin speed. The tachometer is part of the solenoid actuator that shifts the transmission. It is not specifically called out in the manual. Any failure causes the lid lock light to blink which gives the appearance of a lid lock failure
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Shift Actuator - 120V 60Hz
  • David from Los Alamos, NM
  • Difficulty Level:
    A Bit Difficult
  • Total Repair Time:
    30 - 60 mins
  • Tools:
    Nutdriver, Screw drivers
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Violent shacking in spin mode.
Watched a video on the internet.
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Washing Machine Suspension Rod Kit
  • Terry from Homosassa, FL
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    30 - 60 mins
  • Tools:
    Pliers, Screw drivers, Wrench (Adjustable)
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Defective lid latch - Cabrio Washer
The instructions that came with the part were worthless. Essentially, unplug, put in new part, plug it back in. I spent a considerable amount of time on the internet and finally found a video showing how to open the top. Unlike other models, it is held down by clamps in the back rather than clips in the front. Once finding this information the installation was simple. Remove the clamps and the back of the console, slide the top forward and lift, remove and replace the lock and reassemble. You don't even have to remove the hoses.
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Lid Latch Assembly
  • William from Wakefield, RI
  • Difficulty Level:
    Very Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    15 - 30 mins
  • Tools:
    Nutdriver, Screw drivers
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