Description
Description
Restore smooth drawer movement and proper alignment in your refrigerator with the genuine OEM Drawer Slide Rail (Left Side) part # WR72X241. This rail supports the drawer track on the left side inside compatible GE-built refrigerator cabinets and helps ensure that the drawer opens and closes freely without sagging or binding.
Please check with your maintenance technician prior to ordering to confirm compatibility with your exact model and drawer side (left vs right). geapplianceparts.com+1
Features & Benefits
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✅ OEM-quality rail — Manufactured to GE’s original specifications for proper fit and reliability. partselect.com+1
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🔧 Improves drawer operation — Replaces a worn, bent or broken left-side rail so the drawer glides smoothly and remains aligned. geapplianceparts.com+1
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🧊 Prevents cabinet misalignment — A functioning slide rail helps keep drawer fronts flush and prevents door closing issues caused by mis-aligned drawers.
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💡 Cost-effective fix — Instead of replacing the entire drawer assembly or cabinet, this targeted component lets you repair a common mechanical wear item.
Common Symptoms That Indicate Replacement
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The drawer does not slide smoothly, or the front tilts or sags when opening/closing. partselect.com+1
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Drawer or contents stick or bind when moving in-and-out.
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The refrigerator door won’t close properly or is held ajar because the bottom tray or drawer is out of alignment due to a faulty rail. partselect.com
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Visual inspection shows the left-side rail is cracked, broken, or missing entirely.
Compatible Refrigerator Models (Partial List)
(Always verify your exact appliance model number and parts diagram before ordering.)
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Many GE refrigerators and Kenmore units built by GE that list part # WR72X241 (left side rail) in their parts listings. partselect.com+1
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For example: Models such as Kenmore 363.58072893, 363.58072894, 363.58072896 and others listed under the “Works With” section of parts diagrams. partselect.com
Note: This is a partial list only — some models may require the right side rail (WR72X242) instead, or a different length rail depending on cabinet size.
Cross Reference / Alternate Part Numbers
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WR72X0241 (earlier style) hdsupplysolutions.com+1
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AP2073485 partselect.com
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PS306945 partselect.com
Compatibility Notes
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Confirm your existing drawer rail is indeed the left-side rail and matches part number WR72X241 (or one of the cross references) before purchasing.
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Some refrigerator models have differing cabinet depths or drawer configurations; compare the rail length (approx 10″ depth per manufacturer spec) and mounting style. geapplianceparts.com
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Remove the drawer contents, empty the drawer and follow manufacturer instructions for safe installation.
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Check with your maintenance technician prior to ordering to ensure you get the correct rail (left vs right, model depth, orientation) and to avoid ordering the wrong part.