{"product_id":"w10208415-wpw10208415-dryer-washer-door-hinge","title":"W10208415 WPW10208415 Dryer Washer Door Hinge for Whirlpool Maytag Kenmore Crosley Front Loader Dryer \u0026 Washer","description":"\u003ch2\u003eW10208415 \/ WPW10208415 Dryer Washer Door Hinge\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeavy-Duty Reinforced Steel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Constructed from high-strength metal alloy to support the significant weight of front-load washer and dryer doors, preventing sagging over time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrecision Pivot Points:\u003c\/strong\u003e Engineered for smooth, silent operation, allowing the door to swing open and closed without binding or squeaking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCorrosion-Resistant Coating:\u003c\/strong\u003e Features a specialized finish to protect the hinge from the high humidity and moisture common in laundry environments, preventing rust and seized joints.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual-Appliance Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed as a versatile \"Exact Fit\" component that works equally well on both front-load washing machines and matching dryers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReplaces \/ Cross-Reference Part Numbers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eW10208415\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWPW10208415\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1872427\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAP6017115\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePS11750410\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEAP11750410\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility \u0026amp; Fitment\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis hinge is a standard replacement for many 27-inch and 29-inch front-load laundry units manufactured by Whirlpool. Key compatible brands include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhirlpool:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fits Duet, Duet Sport, and WFW series models (e.g., WFW94HEXW, WED9200SQ).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaytag:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compatible with many Maxima and Epic Z series (e.g., MHW6000XW, MEDE200XW).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKenmore \/ Sears:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fits various Elite and 110-series models (e.g., 110.47511701).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrosley \u0026amp; Amana:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compatible with select front-load units utilizing the 10208415 hinge configuration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhen to Replace\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoor Sagging:\u003c\/strong\u003e The door sits lower than the latch, requiring you to lift it upward to get it to close and lock.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVisible Metal Fatigue:\u003c\/strong\u003e The hinge plate is bent, or the pivot pins have developed significant \"play,\" making the door feel wobbly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBinding or Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e The door is difficult to swing open or closed, or it makes a loud grinding or snapping metal sound during operation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoor Won't Latch:\u003c\/strong\u003e Because the hinge is bent, the door strike no longer aligns with the door switch, preventing the machine from starting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupport the Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Front-load doors are surprisingly heavy. Have a second person hold the door or place a sturdy box underneath it to support the weight while you unscrew the old hinge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAccessing the Screws:\u003c\/strong\u003e You typically need to remove the front decorative trim or \"bellows\" clamp to access the screws that secure the hinge to the machine's front panel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScrew Management:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep the door-side screws and the cabinet-side screws separate, as they are often different lengths or thread types.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlignment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Loosely start all screws before tightening any of them fully. 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