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Genuine Whirlpool part. Whirlpool brands include Whirlpool, Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Magic Chef, Admiral, Norge, Roper, Kenmore, and others. See all items in Dryer Drum, Bulkhead, Front. Whirlpool also makes various appliance models for Sears / Kenmore.
Part Number W11178668 replaces AP6327294, 3403410, WP3403410, 4843828, PS12348550, W10714466, W10828435.
The Bulkhead is an OEM component for Whirlpool dryers. As a structural panel, it secures the rear of the appliance while enabling airflow behind sliding doors.
Formed from durable composite, the lightweight bulkhead installs easily into precise slotted tracks inside the chassis. This allows full retraction during maintenance without removing additional panels.
Causes of a faulty bulkhead can include cracked welds or screws stripping their anchors from extreme force vibration over many years of use.
Causes of a bad bulkhead can include:
Replace yours with this genuine Whirlpool bulkhead to restore smooth, tight operation. Compatible with Kenmore, Maytag, and KitchenAid dryers.
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Whirlpool W11178668 Bulkhead OEM Part