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Whirlpool
Washer

Model # LA5500XSW1 Official Whirlpool washer

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Clutch 388949
#5

Brake, clutch, gearcase, motor and pump diagram

Clutch

Part #388949

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Basketdriv 388951
Basketdriv

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Washer Drive Block 389140
#15

Agitator, basket and tub diagram

Washer drive block

Part #389140

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Valve 358992
#18

Controls and rear panel diagram

Valve

Part #358992

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Washer Suspension Spring 63907
#3

Machine base diagram

Washer suspension spring

Part #63907

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Counterweight Spring (red) 388492
#15

Machine base diagram

Counterweight spring (red)

Part #388492

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Switch 359230
#11

Top and cabinet diagram

Switch

Part #359230

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Washing Machine Washer 63292
#2

Brake, clutch, gearcase, motor and pump diagram

Washing machine washer

Part #63292

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Capacitor 357021
#34

Controls and rear panel diagram

Capacitor

Part #357021

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Spring 62597
#7

Machine base diagram

Spring

Part #62597

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