How to Fix a Whirlpool Duet Washer That Leaks Around the Door

Whirlpool front loading washers have to have a watertight seal between the door and the rest of the machine to prevent leaks. To create this seal a gasket is installed between the door and the washer tube. The gasket should last for many years without any need for replacement or repair. Over time, however, the seal may dry out and crack, ruining the seal. Replacement parts are available from Whirlpool and can be installed yourself.

Screwdriver
Gasket

Instructions

- 1
  Unplug the washer from the wall.
- 2
  Remove the three screws on the back of the top panel. Slide the top panel forward and lift up to remove it.
- 3
  Pull out on the soap dispenser. Press down on the release tabs to remove it from the washer.
- 4
  Remove the four screws on the top of the control panel and the one screw behind the soap dispenser location.
- 5
  Pull out on the bottom panel to remove it.
- 6
  Open the door of the machine. Remove the screws from the door latch and pull it out.
- 7
  Insert a flat head screwdriver between the wire clamp running around the door opening and the body of the machine. Pull the wire out, being careful not to bend it.
- 8
  Remove the screws from each corner of the door opening and remove the door and front panel from the machine.
- 9
  Loosen the screw on the clamp surrounding the plastic seal. Pull the old seal off.
- 10
  Slide the new seal on the unit. Align the notch in the seal pointing upward.
- 11
  Reassemble the washer in the opposite order of the take-apart.

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