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Whirlpool
Washer

Model # LA5500XSM1 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
#1

Brake, clutch, gearcase, motor and pump diagram

Basketdriv

Part #388951

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Washer Agitator Bolt 358237
#2

Agitator, basket and tub diagram

Washer agitator bolt

Part #358237

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Valve 358992
#18

Controls and rear panel diagram

Valve

Part #358992

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Switch 359230
#11

Top and cabinet diagram

Switch

Part #359230

Replaced by #W10820036

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Hose 62731
#32

Controls and rear panel diagram

Hose

Part #62731

Replaced by #285871

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Bracket Spring 64067
#2

Machine base diagram

Bracket spring

Part #64067

Replaced by #WP64067

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Pad 62568
#16

Machine base diagram

Pad

Part #62568

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Hose 387325
#8

Controls and rear panel diagram

Hose

Part #387325

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Leveling Foot 389102
Leveling foot

Part #389102

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