WED8500BW0 Whirlpool Dryer - Overview

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Dryer Repair Kit – Part Number: 4392067
Dryer Repair Kit
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PartSelect #: PS373088
Manufacturer #: 4392067
This dryer repair kit consists of five commonly replaced dryer parts: one multi-rib belt (part #661570V and measures 93 1/2 inches long), four drum support rollers, one idler assembly, nine tri-rings,...
$60.74
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Dryer Drum Support Roller – Part Number: WPW10314173
Dryer Drum Support Roller
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PartSelect #: PS11752609
Manufacturer #: WPW10314173
This drum support roller is sold individually. Most dryers require two. The tri-rings are included. This is a drum support roller for a dryer. It is a genuine replacement part. This part is sold separ...
$23.96
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Lint Filter – Part Number: W10120998
Lint Filter
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PartSelect #: PS1491676
Manufacturer #: W10120998
This dryer lint filter is designed to capture lint and debris during the drying cycle, helping maintain airflow and prevent potential fire hazards. Measuring approximately 12.5 inches wide by 10.5 inc...
$67.65
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Dryer Thermostat Internal bias – Part Number: WP8577274
Dryer Thermostat Internal bias
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PartSelect #: PS11746740
Manufacturer #: WP8577274
This thermostat may differ in appearance, but functions the same as the original part. This part controls the temperature of the inside of the dryer drum and prevents the dryer from overheating.
$45.26
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Leveling Foot – Part Number: 49621
Leveling Foot
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PartSelect #: PS1609293
Manufacturer #: 49621
Sold individually.
$11.20
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Dryer Door Catch – Part Number: WPW10111905
Dryer Door Catch
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PartSelect #: PS11748369
Manufacturer #: WPW10111905
This door catch helps to keep the door closed when the machine is in use.
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Moisture Sensor – Part Number: WP3387223
Moisture Sensor
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PartSelect #: PS11741408
Manufacturer #: WP3387223
This is the moisture sensor for your dryer. It helps detect the amount of moisture in your clothes during the dryer cycle. If you notice your clothes are still wet after an automatic dryer cycle is do...
$13.59
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Roller Support Tri-Ring – Part Number: WPW10512946
Roller Support Tri-Ring
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PartSelect #: PS11755850
Manufacturer #: WPW10512946
If you notice that your dryer is noisy or will not tumble, you may need to replace the tri ring. This part is triangular, and is less than an inch in size. Tri rings can be found both on the idler pul...
$17.01
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High Limit Thermostat and Thermal Cut-Off Kit – Part Number: 279973
High Limit Thermostat and Thermal Cut-Off Kit
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PartSelect #: PS334387
Manufacturer #: 279973
Also known as Thermal Cut-Off kit. The thermostat acts as a safety mechanism that keeps the dryer from overheating and the fuse is like a backup system - it's set to trip at a higher temperature than...
$67.53
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Touch-Up Paint - White – Part Number: 72017
Touch-Up Paint - White
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PartSelect #: PS385132
Manufacturer #: 72017
This 18 ml bottle of white appliance touch-up paint is used to cover scratches or marks on your appliance. The white touch-up paint can be used on refrigerators, microwaves, ranges, clothes dryers, an...
$15.95
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Idler Pulley Wheel and Arm – Part Number: WPW10547292
Idler Pulley Wheel and Arm
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PartSelect #: PS11756154
Manufacturer #: WPW10547292
The idler pulley wheel serves to help the belt to rotate the drum. This arm is what attaches to the idler pulley wheel.
$49.95
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Refrigerator Light Bulb 10w – Part Number: WP22002263
Refrigerator Light Bulb 10w
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PartSelect #: PS11739347
Manufacturer #: WP22002263
Brighten up your appliance with this easy-to-install 10-watt light bulb, perfect for dryers and refrigerators. It gives off a clear, steady light so you can easily see inside when the door is open. Wh...
$22.77
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Stephen
July 31, 2021
Replaced the drive belt (after some searching for a video on how to do it). The new belt is 8n place, however comparing what i see to what is in the service manual (page 12, motor test) it seems like my belt is sitting in the wrong position. The belt is sitting directly on the arm where the spring connects. I did not replace the idler pulley, but am willing to do that if needed. I wish i could upload an image to help the explanation.
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Hi Stephen, Thank you for your question. Unfortunately we do not have any installation instructions specifically for this part however, this video will show you how to install it, https://youtu.be/LxooXQCin8Y. We hope this helps. Good luck with your repair.

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William
December 13, 2024
WHEN WE PUSH THE START BUTTON, NOTHING HAPPENS. ALL THE LIGHTS WORK, LIGHT BULB WORKS.
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Hello William, thank you for your question. We recommend testing the Door Switch PS11753512 or the Door Catch PS11748369. If the catch is broken and the door will not stay shut, the dryer may not turn on. The other part to check is the Disposable Thermal Fuse - Two Terminal PS11741444. Good luck with the repair.

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Jeff
February 22, 2025
The start button feels like nothing is there when you push it. Everything else works fine except the start button is dead. I took the panel apart and found out the the gray case that holds in the circuit board, the mechanism attached to it was broken off where the start button is. I supper glued it back and it work for four months before it did it again. I’ve fixed it again but can I get the gray plastic casing that holds the circuit board
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Hello Jeff, Thank you for contacting us. We show the gray casing that holds the circuit board as part# PS11756425. We hope this helps you.

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felt strip came off lint screen
ordered new lint screen, removed old screen, inserted new screen.
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  • JEFFREY from FALL RIVER, MA
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    Less than 15 mins
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Dryer door catch broken
After a few years of slamming the dryer door (at least that is what my husband says), the catch on the dryer door broke. Using pliers (I used needle nose) squeeze the outer edges of the catch together (vertically). With it compressed, it should slide out easily. My husband had jacked with ours prior to the repair, so the broken piece in the door was actually sideways and would not fit through the hole. Using a screwdriver, I pushed that piece into the door (it lives in the door somewhere now). I was then able to slide out the rest of the old catch. Compress the new catch and insert it into the hole in the door. Push it in until it clicks into place. DONE! Happy Drying!
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Dryer Door Catch
  • Tammy from Clute, TX
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    Less than 15 mins
  • Tools:
    Pliers
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very loud squeeling sound
The issue was the idler pulley. First I began opening up the front panel based on a youtube video but soon realized the model was slightly different and required a lot more items to remove. I saw the pulley in the back with nothing in the way so I put the front panel crap back on and removed the rear panel. There it was, very simple to remove and replace. I'm not looking forward to drum rollers though. Hopefully they're aren't as difficult as they appear.
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Dryer Repair Kit
  • jason from HOLDEN, MA
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    30 - 60 mins
  • Tools:
    Socket set
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