Description
🧾 Description
Restore proper sealing and dryer performance with the OEM KitchenAid W10861521 Dryer Door Seal. Designed to factory specifications, this genuine door seal ensures a tight fit, helps maintain efficient tumble drying, and minimizes heat loss. Whether the current seal is worn, torn, or leaking, this replacement part helps extend appliance life and restore optimal operation.
⚠️ Note: Please check with your maintenance technician prior to ordering or verify your dryer’s model number to ensure compatibility and correct installation.
⚙️ Features & Benefits
Features:
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Genuine OEM part # W10861521 – manufactured to original specifications. KitchenAid Parts+2Home Depot+2
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Premium door seal material with adhesive backing (where required) for secure install. eBay+1
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Compatible across multiple brands: KitchenAid, Whirlpool, Maytag, Jenn-Air, Amana, Inglis. Home Depot+1
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Helps ensure dryer tumbles properly, retains heat and reduces energy waste.
Benefits:
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Improves drying efficiency and helps reduce drying time by restoring a proper seal.
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Extends the useful life of your dryer by preventing heat leakage and undue wear.
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Minimizes risk of damage to clothes or components from excessive heat or escaping air.
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OEM quality means correct fit, reliable performance, and peace of mind.
🔧 Common Symptoms That Indicate Replacement
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Dryer takes significantly longer than usual to dry loads.
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Visible gap or torn seal around the dryer door.
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Clothes feel unusually hot, overheated, or smell of burning due to heat leak.
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Dryer exterior is hotter than normal because heat is escaping.
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Drying chamber shows lint accumulation around door edge or seal area.
🧺 Compatible (Partial) Dryer Model List
(Always verify using your exact model number before ordering)
Examples of models that may use part W10861521:
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KitchenAid / Whirlpool / Maytag front-load and stacked dryers.
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This seal is listed for use in dryers across multiple brands including KitchenAid, Whirlpool, Maytag, Jenn-Air, Amana, Inglis. Home Depot+1
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If your dryer’s model uses adhesive-back seal or clip-on seal around the door rim, this is a likely match.
🔁 Cross Reference / Alternate Part Numbers
W10861521 | 3405245 | 3405246 | AP5999407 | PS11731610 | W10730752 | 4382011 eBay+1
🧩 Compatibility Notes
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Confirm your dryer’s model number and serial number from the manufacturer’s label before ordering.
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Some models may use a different style or color of door seal—ensure this part matches the style on your unit.
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Proper installation may require removing the dryer door or front panel to properly seat the seal and adhesive.
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If the dryer’s door frame or drum lip is damaged or warped, replacing the seal alone may not fully resolve drying issues. Technician verification is advised.