Dryer Door Hinge Spring 8541401

Brand: Whirlpool · Appliance: Dryer · Fits: 10 models · Reference price: $27.47

8541401 is a Whirlpool replacement part (dryer door hinge spring) for dryers. Our fitment data lists 10 models that use it.

When to replace this part

Storage, trim and cosmetic hardware

Symptom: A cracked shelf, broken door bin, worn hinge, or missing trim piece -- cosmetic and storage wear rather than a functional breakdown.

Check: Match the physical dimensions and mounting tabs of the old part before ordering; these pieces are often model-specific even between visually similar models.

Models that use this part

Part numbers it replaces

The manufacturer lists 8541401 as the replacement for these earlier part numbers. Substitute parts can look different from the original but serve the same function.

• WPW10041960 — Door Spring

Other parts for model 10686294740

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

• Clip, Door Spring 8546676
• Cover Al 697368
• Element 693297
• Electrode WP348860
• Motor 695089
• PAD 686889
• Door, Front (White) WP3393549
• Inner Door Panel - White WP695737

Reference price and where to compare

The reference price on file for this part is $27.47. 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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