Description
🧾 Description
The W11086603 Lint Screen Grille is a genuine OEM component designed to fit Whirlpool and affiliated brand dryers, including Maytag, Amana, KitchenAid, and more. This grille is installed in the lint-screen housing and helps capture lint before it enters the dryer’s exhaust duct, maintaining optimal airflow and ensuring efficient drying performance. Whirlpool Parts+2applianceparts.homedepot.ca+2
A cracked, warped or missing grille can allow clothing fibers and lint to bypass the filter area, which may lead to excessive lint accumulation in the duct, reduced airflow, longer dry times, and increased fire risk. Replacing the grille restores safe, efficient operation and helps prolong the life of your dryer. HD Supply+1
⚠️ Note: Always disconnect power before performing any maintenance. Confirm your dryer’s exact model number and check that this part matches your filter housing before ordering.
⚙️ Features & Benefits
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✅ Authentic OEM quality — manufactured to Whirlpool factory specifications for fit, finish and performance. Whirlpool Parts+1
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🧼 Ensures proper lint capture — protects the dryer drum, blower and exhaust path by blocking lint from entering critical components.
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💪 Durable plastic construction — designed to resist heat, warping and cracking even under repeated dryer cycles. HD Supply
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🔧 Direct replacement — installs easily into the existing lint screen slot; minimal tools or effort needed.
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🔄 Improves dryer efficiency & safety — with proper airflow restored, clothes dry faster and the risk of lint-related issues is reduced.
⚠️ Common Symptoms
Consider replacing this part if you observe one or more of the following:
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The lint screen slot shows cracks or broken plastic around the grille.
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Dryer takes excessively long to dry clothes, even though the lint screen appears clean.
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There is visible lint bypassing the screen frame, or lint accumulating around the edges of the screen.
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Dryer overheats, shuts off prematurely, or shows signs of restricted airflow.
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Lint screen housing misfit, or the grille appears loose or missing.
🔧 Compatible Model List
Fits many models from the Whirlpool family and affiliated brands (Maytag, Amana, KitchenAid, etc.).
Common compatible model examples (but not exhaustive):
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Whirlpool, Maytag, Amana dryer models using part numbers W10153412, 8299979, 8563756 nor W10181926 in the grille slot. Alliance Laundry Parts+1
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Please verify your model number found on the dryer rating plate (usually inside the door frame or on the rear panel) before ordering.
🔁 Cross Reference
This grille replaces and is compatible with the following part numbers:
W11086603; replaces W10153412, 8299979, 8563756, W10181926. Alliance Laundry Parts+1
🧩 Compatibility Notes
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Confirm your dryer’s model number to ensure the correct part—some models may use a different grille design despite similar appearances.
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This part is installed in the lint-screen housing, typically at the top of the dryer cabinet inside the door opening or as part of the lint trap assembly.
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While replacing the grille, consider inspecting the lint screen frame, ducting, and exhaust vent, as restricted airflow often causes dryer issues.
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Regular maintenance: clean the lint screen, check the housing fit, and inspect the exhaust vent yearly to maintain optimal performance and safety.