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Whirlpool
Dryer

Model # WED5540ST0 Official Whirlpool dryer

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Dryer Terminal Block Wire Set (replaces 339210, 339211, 348912, 348913) 279318
#17

Cabinet parts diagram

Dryer terminal block wire set (replaces 339210, 339211, 348912, 348913)

Part #279318

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Danby Appliance Touch-up Paint, 0.6-oz (white) (replaces 21020, 72017r, 8006, W10813125, Y058028) 72017
#NI

Bulkhead parts, optional parts (not included) diagram

Danby appliance touch-up paint, 0.6-oz (white) (replaces 21020, 72017r, 8006, w10813125, y058028)

Part #72017

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Appliance Spray Paint (gray Primer) (replaces 10955, 350338) 350938
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Appliance spray paint (gray primer) (replaces 10955, 350338)

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Dryer Wire Harness 8539893
#15

Top and console parts diagram

Dryer wire harness

Part #8539893

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Dryer Terminal Connector 3936144
#36

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Dryer terminal connector

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Dryer Motor Bracket Bolt 3400500
#58

Cabinet parts diagram

Dryer motor bracket bolt

Part #3400500

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Connector 3401144
#20

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Connector

Part #3401144

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Dryer Heater Box Clip 8066155
#12

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Dryer heater box clip

Part #8066155

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Knob 8566076
#35A

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Knob

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Clip, Door Spring 8546676
#8

Cabinet parts diagram

Clip, door spring

Part #8546676

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