Whirlpool Washer Repair - How to Replace the Bellow (Whirlpool Part # WPW10381562)

[@Jeffdeviller1987]

I followed this guy's instruction step by step and honestly he made it far easier than anticipated. I'd heard a lot about challenges with getting the spring wire around bellow, so when I got to that part I got a friend to help and still it was a struggle. So I went back to Steve and did it exactly as he showed and it took two tries. My sincere gratitude to you, Steve!

[@partselect]

You're very welcome, Jeff!

[@EricMC2]

I ended up using pliers to slightly bend and unhook one side of the spring wire entirely. You still need a second person, but it's a lot easier to put the spring wire back on while it's disconnected from itself. Have your helper hold/push the wire and gasket in place on the spring side, then use your pliers to pull the spring back towards the hook. Once you get it back on, again use the pliers to bend the hook as close to the original shape as you can. It doesn't have to be perfect as long as the gasket didn't come off anywhere, the wire is snug, and the door closes. It's easier if you keep the spring around 6 o'clock where there is more room for it.

[@giselleszabo6062]

Took me like 4 hours of messing with that seal-- and my hands are sore, BUT I DID IT! Could not have without this video. Thank you thank you thank you! You saved me $225.00!!

[@ultrahuck6807]

This is a FANTASTIC video and Steve walked me through the install. Just a major caution: The hardest part is getting that spring loaded band onto the baffle on the outside right at the end of the job. No way it's a one-man job to do this spring band. You need someone to hold the band in place while you use TWO needle nose plies to spread the spring out at the 6 oclock position. Last thing you want to do is puncture the baffle you just replaced with the needle nose pliers as you finish up with this spring band trying to do it yourself. Otherwise, I commend Steve for you great video.

[@partselect]

Thanks for watching!

[@blair683ify]

This dude makes tucking the baffle in between the drum look easy. It’s a major pain! But still better than paying someone else to do the repair.

[@shalmanezer4193]

Thanks Steve! Followed it step by step - going from your video to my washer - and got the job done in one evening. Not stressful, and super helpful! You made my task an easy one with such great instructions. THANK YOU!

[@cobra6481]

Wonderful editing and I really appreciate the explicit step-by-step guide. Thank you so much for being there when I needed you today!

[@martinberube2675]

I just changed the bellow on my washing machine following the steps shown in this video. I was surprized how easy it was. Steps are easy and well explained. Thanks you sir for sharing your knowledge with us.

[@roramoon385]

Thank you for video. I thought I wouldn't be able to use the washer any more. But I'm glad I don't have to junk it. You saved my washer! How wonderful!

[@NoraFlanagan]

Thank you so much! My son and I were able to do this, it took us a long time, but we are total novices. Just did our first load of laundry in a week, we were successful no leaks!!

[@EbbTelevision]

Good job. Not sure why people give a thumbs down. Doesnt get better than these instructions.

[@Fierily]

Straight forward and 'easy' video. Thanks, the second time in 13 years I've had to replace my bellows.

[@tipitb]

Thank you. Couldn't have done this repair without your video! Very clear and straightforward, took us about an hour and 15 minutes.

[@minoutv7347]

You are my hero! I was able to do everything on the repair except install the second wire/spring on the front part of the bellow. Using the needle nose pliers that you showed, along with a couple plastic bicycle spanners (normally used for mounting bicycle tires onto rims), I was able to mount that wire/spring and complete the repair. And nothing leaks! Thank you so much for posting this!

[@n41dgrs]

Great instructions! My Whirlpool Duet is slightly different but I took pictures as I was taking things apart and was able to get it back together again along with this video. As other have stated, the 2nd spring clamp is a serious pain but with another pair of hands holding and many attempts, I was finally able to get it on. It took me about 2 1/2 hours plus a sanity break while putting the clamp on. Thank you so much, I never would have been able to complete this repair without you.

[@rawagz9970]

Thanks for this video, it helped me a lot. Of course the part does not come with any instruction. One important tip given is the one to use a little soapy water to lube the bellows going in. I needed a second set of hands to get the outer spring clamp on and used two sets of needle nose pliers to spread the spring to get it over it's ridge while my wife held the rest in place. No leaks, we're happy! Thanks again.

[@iLLEAGLE6]

Couldn't have dont it without you...tyvm!!

[@wesmalo]

Thanks very much. These instructions were spot on. Spring loaded clamp was certainly the hardest part.

[@ldella]

Steve, this is the 4th how to video I have watched from you. This video and the other three helped me save hundreds of dollars. Thank you so much!!!

[@jyurtinus]

Steve. Who knows what tomorrow has in store, but today you are my favorite human being.

[@philz69]

Thank you. Took me about 40 min from start to finish. Worked like a charm. Putting the small spring loaded clamp was the most difficult.

[@giselleszabo6062]

YES! That damned small spring loaded clamp! I hated that part very much.

[@mdoneil]

Thank you for this. I was able to complete the job in less than an hour after ordering the part from you. The part arrived quickly as well.

[@partselect]

Excellent! So glad this video was helpful!

[@edwardmaropakis6771]

Thank you for sharing this video! It was very helpful with some great tips. I changed the bellowe in my WFW9050XW00 today and the only difference from the model you did was there was no screw at the bottom (in the centre) of the control panel. The left side screw for the panel it’s a Torx head bit as well for some reason. Great job on the video! Thanks again!

[@candaceaskew911]

This is one of the best explanatory videos for this repair. Thank you so much!!!!

[@DominickS-w1o]

You're the Man !!!!Thank You so much. Excellent step by step instructions.

[@Draz930]

Thank you very much, man. I just fixed my washing machine, and it works perfectly. You saved me a few hundred bucks for sure. Big thanks. 👍

[@ctchrisf]

thank you very much for this video, getting that baffle started was a pain in the butt, I , at first, was trying to install the baffle backwards. that was a fun 15 minutes. once I flipped it and could feel how it went it it was just a matter of perseverance, man vs machine... I kept getting half of it on then it would somehow pop out and I'd have to start over. then we brought in another set of hands to keep is stable. this was when I could see light at end of tunnel. overall took me a little over an hour, doing it again, i'm sure i could trim off 20 minutes. Good Luck to the next guy or gal.

[@contagion426]

I did the same thing! I was wondering what I was doing wrong.

[@hpelissier]

The best video explaining the change of the bellow seal for a Whirpool machine. Very helpful, thank you a lot!

[@ValerieCain-v9u]

Excellent directions. I ran into a problem stretching the bellows to fit. After putting them in the dryer on extra low for 5 minutes, no problem!

[@neilgalloway]

Thanks a bunch. Just followed through this video and completed the replacement on my washer today. Took me an hour and a half doing it the first time.

[@rawagz9970]

Thanks for this video, it helped me a lot. Of course the part does not come with any instruction. One important tip given is the one to use a little soapy water to lube the bellows going in. I needed a second set of hands to get the outer spring clamp on and used two sets of needle nose pliers to spread the spring to get it over it's ridge while my wife held the rest in place. Note: I also did NOT have to remove my dryer from on top of my washer as I got the upper face plate off without doing that. No leaks, we're happy! Thanks again.

[@OQureshii]

You're the best! i just scored a great deal on a washer dryer pair because the boot was ripped. Fixed it and it works great! Thanks!

[@jeffs-reviews]

Love the videos that have the wash machine out in an opoen room or even on a turntable, like a diy has this luxury.

[@adrianrogers4541]

I've replaced my Whirlpool Duet bellow tub seal 3 times now, every time I need a refresher to build my confidence on the proper process and this video is perfect. Knocked it out in about an hour today. No leaks and I feel good about the replacement. Thank you...saved me money, time, and stress (only had to halt the laundry cycles for 4 days), and completing it on my own. Yes!!

[@contagion426]

This video helped immensely. It took me a little longer because I had to move my washer out of the room. For the spring loaded front band, I used needle nosed pliers and needle nosed vise grips. The needle nosed vice grips held one side of the spring, while I pulled the other side with the needle nose pliers.

[@deanhekkers7413]

Perfect! Everything went perfect! THANK YOU! Also it’s helpful to have someone hold the top of the baffle when tucking in between the drum. Another hint get it wet so it slides in!

[@sarahvanbaale1668]

You have saved me so much money. Thank you!!!!

[@carlbroughton8304]

Great how to video. Was dreading doing this but I was done in under an hour. Good tip on lubricating the seal before putting it in. It allows for a small realignment if its not quite right. Thank you.

[@robertgariup5394]

excellent, well paced and clear pro instructions

[@pauldew5759]

STEVE, thank you so much for the detailed instruction. Install was a breeze thanks for you! Thank you thank you thank you.

[@josephshields3828]

This was very helpful. We replaced our moldy seal with a new one. The one issue we had was the wire assembly for the door lock became unplugged and we didn't realize it before putting all the panels back on. On trying to run a cycle, the light for "door lock" was red but the door would not lock and the cycle did not start. We had to take everything back off to realize our mistake. So I suggest double checking all wire connections before putting everything back together. Took about 2 hrs start to finish, but we basically had to do everything twice.

[@toutankarick9833]

Thank you so much. Super nice video and clear description of each steps to perform.

[@lisettedale7173]

Amazing. Incredibly helpful.

[@Anthony74te27]

Thank you! I replaced mine and saved me $$. Thank you!!!!!

[@tcmusic_thomas_upton]

Very good tutorial

[@PAMMASHERGILL]

FYI you don’t need to remove top with many new models. So if you got the machines stacked, no need to lift them

[@4DoorsENT]

How will you get the upper selector panel off to get access to the screens holding the panel with the door on it?

[@Dadswholift]

Great video! Thank you!

[@priusjames487]

Thanks. You make it look easy.

[@tannan6473]

Thanks, really helpfull video😀

[@thechad5764]

Thank you sir ! Amazing how much money a person can save themselves

[@senaddor]

Thank you. Your instructions were spot on.

[@cherall1]

At the 1:53…I have a Whirlpool Duet WFW9750WW01… I don’t see a tab. It appears that screws are holding it in place. Is that the case on this model? Looks difficult to reach those screws.

[@coreysimmons8729]

Very precise video...It worked like a charm!

[@B-K920]

Hi there. What angle is the piece holding the bottom of the tub set at?

[@videomiser]

thanks for the instructions. i didn't have to take off the top panel. this was signifixant as I have mine stacked with dryer. also I use a drill for the screws much speedier.

[@lgm8114]

fyi. while you have that bottom panel removed, open that port on the right and clean it out!

[@partselect]

Great advice!

[@philz69]

Absolutely. It was disgusting.

[@DanielWilliams-fp4oz]

just be prepared for water

[@dennisgeake2156]

Yay! I got $1.19 in change out of that filter, all coated with the nastiest black gunk you've ever seen.

[@chadracine4851]

Opening that up to clean it made me partly wish that I just bought a new washing machine 🤢

[@cindyclark5887]

Thank you so much!

[@sonialeon4981]

Question: when do you need to replace this seal?

[@danielleclair1360]

I am doing this job right now and for my Whirlpool WFW9050XW03 It wasnt simple philips screws. 7/64th Allen Key needed for single screw where detergent tray is. T20 Tork Keys needed for 2 screws at door lock aswell

[@skysthelimit7959]

GREAT HELP !

[@jenniferlewis7015]

How imperative is it to remove the top of the washing machine? I have a stacked washer and dryer so removing the top of the washing machine would mean removing the door to the bathroom and getting 2 guys to come help me lift the dryer out of the bathroom...

[@JSH757King]

I didn't remove the top. Just the screw in the middle top where the door is holding in the panel and the one screw by the dispenser and it popped off the control panel

[@PAMMASHERGILL]

Do not need to remove top on many models. The control panel just comes off

[@succubusnirriti913]

How did you manage Jennifer? Im in the same boat. ;//w//;

[@jaime4263]

100% helpful. Thank you.

[@erikandrachelshawnanigansw4011]

Hi there our gasket clamp for the door portion broke with the spring. Any chance there is a part on part select for it? EXACT SAME washer model.

[@gtcherer]

could not find the ooter tub....

[@rk_7088]

Where can I get the bellow in Toronto, any ideas?

[@jer1276]

To bad the first screw to rust is the one behind the soap dispenser and now the head of it is gone.

[@ramonsilva]

Just got mine replaced. Is it normal for the door boot seal to hold water? After a wash, there's always water left in the rubber seal.

[@dennisgeake2156]

It should mostly drain through the holes at the 6 o'clock position. I usually have about a tablespoonful of water there which I will wipe out with a rag. If you leave the door open between loads of wash it may evaporate, if you close door with that little bit of water in it, it will get pretty nasty in a day or two.

[@jpisback]

Get the expansion pliers. I didn't. Took me hours to put that spring clamp back on.

[@sampagita371]

I bought the replacement part for model wfw9250ww00. I called whirlpool for the item number. I was told it's w10290499. I went on eBay to buy the replacement. we tried every way to put it in and just wont go in. I have a feeling that we were sent the wrong below. Is there a way you can show us how the right below looks like? I already broke nails by trying to put the replacement in. Even my husband has given up and went to sleep.

[@partselect]

Hello, when researching your Whirlpool model number the part # W10290499 was the original part for your model. Unfortunately, Whirlpool has discontinued the part and has made a substitution part #WPW10381562. If the part is not fitting correctly I would suggest to contacting the manufacture directly to see if they have one closest to the original that will fit and work properly for your model.

[@sampagita371]

thank you for replying. I've hired another repairman to put it in for us. it worked...

[@cherall1]

I’ve order two bellows and they don’t come with the holes at the bottom. I have a WFW9750WW01.

[@mailanmla1]

Thank you so much for sharing. I just change it.

[@ThuanNguyen-gg6xx]

Thank you

[@smileywarrior1870]

With the repair completed, I'm getting a LF code. Is there a sensor or a level I should check or replace? When I turn on a wash cycle, it turns on, the water begins to enter as usual, then after a couple of seconds it trips the electric outlet.

[@moritzin1]

Thank you very much sir!

[@qquriousmqqe6205]

Thank You for the video... 😐👍

[@partselect]

You're very welcome! Thanks for watching!

[@monty3605]

I have a Maytag and it's design exactly the same. I can't seem to get the inner band in the v-groove. It seems to be too small but I know it's not because I took it off myself. I unloosen the screw to it's Limit still want fit. Can anyone help me.

[@miller496]

Thanks!!! Done and done!! Appreciate it very much!! That last spring seal is a bitch, but if you do it exactly as he does it eventually goes on!! 😹

[@partselect]

Glad it was helpful!

[@calebfaulkner8320]

my whirlpool washer does not have bottom access panel

[@halfpynt4423]

Thank you !

[@sgstouch]

It took like 15 minutes to install the rubber seal. Spring loaded band was the more tricky one . Idk what's so hard everyone is saying. Spray some Windex and tuck the seal in all around

[@simonmarthinsen1566]

The shirt lets me know that this guy knows that he is doing.

[@juliocesarmartinezbustaman7516]

I have this error, which can be, E1 F6

[@ethanamaral9301]

I am having so much trouble installing the bellow to the lip. Every time I try to slide it on the lip it’s completely come off! Beyond frustrating. Gave up, trying again tomorrow.

[@billnorton7062]

It is definitely NOT a "really easy job" as you say. In fact, it has been the most frustrating DIY job I've ever undertaken. Getting the bellows to fit and stay put in the slots was a nightmare. To be honest, after three days I'm still trying to get the spring-loaded ring to fit without pulling the bellows off its groove.

[@EricMC2]

I'm currently fighting that POS spring right now

[@檸茶排長龍]

I managed to do it without removing the front

[@suzannev4317]

So followed the instructions now you can’t turn the inner drum, there is a horrific squeal sound when it try’s to spin and there are rubber shavings from the boot. What in the heck?

[@dawbInc]

Perfect!

[@bubbaluke]

If you're reading this and can't get the bellows to tuck in because it's too small. Flip it around. The way he puts it in is extremely confusing and misleading. The wider part should be going into the machine. I just wasted 2 hours pulling my hair out.

[@BubbaBigDude]

It's easier to endure a root canal than it is to put the metal ring back around the door boot! Please redo this video without the monotonous guitar in the background!!

[@supernannoe44]

the voice is very difficult to hear

[@Herlongian]

Another great technique-buy a top loader! Way better.

[@melissavahdati122]

Great video!! However this is harder than than it looks! This man is a professional and it shows… My first problem was trying to get the new baffle between the drum and the outside cylinder. After 2 hours I gave up and went at it again the next day, took me an hour the second day to get it in place... Use plenty of windex or cleaning solution to lubricate it, it definitely helps. The second problem was the ring with the spring. It easily took my son and I 10 try’s to get it. Every time the baffle would pull loose. I have run a load of clothes and no leaks!! Yay! Next time I will not think twice, and pay a professional!

[@myronpriest4935]

I'll never buy a front loader ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever again