Duct Assembly 279980

Brand: Whirlpool · Appliance: Dryer · Fits: 896 models · Reference price: $147.97

279980 is a Whirlpool replacement part (duct assembly) for dryers. Our fitment data lists 896 models that use it.

When to replace this part

General hardware and mounting parts

Symptom: A small mechanical or mounting part has failed, cracked, or gone missing.

Check: Compare the physical shape and mounting points to the original piece, and confirm the exact part number against your model plate before ordering.

Models that use this part

Part numbers it replaces

The manufacturer lists 279980 as the replacement for these earlier part numbers. Substitute parts can look different from the original but serve the same function.

• 3394343 AND 8530285

Other parts for model OEM3-7MLGQ8857JQ1

If you are repairing that appliance, these are the most model-specific parts on file for the same model.

• Door 3402337
• Installation Instructions LIT3405347
• Owner's Manual LIT8317372
• Plug 3403632
• Wire Harness 8299860
• Wiring Diagram LIT8299803
• Cabinet 3399595
• Control Panel 3977827

Reference price and where to compare

The reference price on file for this part is $147.97. It is informational only, not an offer or an Amazon price — RepairKitHub does not sell parts directly.

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Before you order

• Match the part number character for character, including dashes and trailing letters; a single different character is usually a different part.
• Confirm your appliance's model number on its data plate and check that it appears in the list above (or use the model lookup tool).
• If a seller offers a substitute number, check that it appears in this page's replacement list or in the manufacturer's documentation.

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