Kenmore 11028822791 washer Parts

Your Kenmore washer model number is printed on the appliance’s model and serial tag. On Kenmore washers it’s most often under the lid (top-load) or around the door opening (front-load); it commonly starts with 110 (like 11028822791), and using the exact number ensures you get the correct parts for your washer.

Check these common locations in this order:

• Top-load washer: under the lid, along the rim of the tub opening
• Front-load washer: on the door opening, door frame, or behind the door
• Back panel: near the power cord entry or along the upper rear cabinet
• Control console area: behind the console or on the cabinet near the controls

For Kenmore washers, the model number is usually 10 to 12+ characters and may include a prefix like 110 followed by more digits.

• Write the model number exactly as shown (include all digits)
• Use the model number (not just the brand name) when selecting parts
• If the tag is worn, try a flashlight and take a close-up photo to zoom in

Kenmore uses many similar-looking washer designs; the exact model number (like 11028822791) is what matches you to the correct diagrams and replacement parts such as a washer inlet valve 285805 or washer drain pump WP3363394.

Last updated: February 2026

A Kenmore washer typically lasts 10 to 15 years. For Kenmore model 11028822791, lifespan depends most on load size, cycle frequency, and how quickly you address wear items such as the drive system and drain components.

Most washers reach the end of their service life due to repeated stress on moving parts, water system wear, or tub and drive issues.

• Overloading speeds up wear on the drive and suspension
• Frequent hot washes can age hoses, seals, and valves faster
• Hard water increases mineral buildup in the inlet and tub area
• Unbalanced loads strain the basket, springs, and clutch
• Delayed repairs often turn a small issue into a major failure

If your washer still fills, drains, and spins but performance is slipping, replacing a high-wear part is often the difference between a usable machine and one that feels “worn out.”

• Agitation problems: agitator dog 80040
• Won’t spin or agitates poorly: coupling 285753A
• Slow or no draining: washer drain pump WP3363394
• Off-balance or banging: washer suspension spring WP63907

Knowing the typical 10 to 15 year lifespan helps you decide whether to repair or replace. If your 11028822791 is within that range and the tub and gear case are sound, replacing common wear parts can restore reliable washing for years.

Last updated: February 2026

Yes, repairing a Kenmore washer like model 11028822791 is worth it when the problem is a common wear item (drain, fill, agitation, spin) and the repair restores reliable operation for far less than replacing the washer. It is time to replace when multiple major drive or tub components are failing or the washer has repeated leaks.

• Repair if the washer:
  • Drains poorly but otherwise runs (often a pump issue)
  • Fills slowly or won’t fill (often a valve or screen issue)
  • Agitates weakly or makes a rattling/grinding noise during agitation (often agitator wear parts)
  • Spins but slips, smells hot, or struggles to reach speed (often clutch or coupling wear)
  • Has a single, isolated symptom and the tub is not rusted through
• Replace if the washer:
  • Has repeated tub leaks, severe corrosion, or a damaged basket/tub
  • Needs multiple high-cost drive and tub repairs at the same time
  • Has ongoing problems after recent major repairs (gear case, basket, outer tub)

These are frequent, targeted fixes that often bring a top-load Kenmore back to normal performance:

A focused repair on a single failure point (like a drain pump, inlet valve, or coupling) typically restores cleaning and spinning performance without the cost and hassle of replacing the entire washer. On the other hand, stacking multiple major repairs (gear case plus basket/tub parts) usually signals the washer is near the end of its practical service life.

• Unplug the washer and look for active leaks under the cabinet.
• Listen: motor running with no movement often points to a coupling or clutch issue.
• Confirm the drain hose is not kinked and the standpipe is not backing up.
• Check fill screens at the inlet valve for sediment if fill is slow.
• If the tub bangs or walks, inspect suspension and counterweight springs.

Last updated: February 2026

On the Kenmore 11028822791 washer, the parts that most often fail are the ones that move water, transfer motor power, or handle heavy loads: the drain pump, inlet valve, motor coupling, clutch, and agitator components. These failures typically show up as leaking, not draining, not spinning, loud noise, or weak agitation.

• Won’t drain or leaves water in the tub: a clogged or failing pump (often points to the washer drain pump WP3363394)
• Won’t fill or fills slowly: a sticking valve or clogged inlet screens (often points to the washer inlet valve 285805)
• Motor runs but washer won’t agitate or spin: a worn drive coupler (often points to the coupling 285753A)
• Spins weakly, slips, or smells hot: clutch wear (often points to the clutch 285785)
• Agitator moves poorly or “ratchets”/skips: worn agitator dogs or cam (often points to the agitator dog 80040 or agitator cam 285748)
• Banging, off-balance, or excessive vibration: suspension issues (often points to the washer suspension spring WP63907)

1. Unplug the washer and turn off water supply.
2. Confirm the load is balanced and the washer is level.
3. Check the drain hose for kinks and make sure the standpipe is not backing up.
4. If it won’t fill, clean the inlet screen filters at the hose connections.
5. Listen for clues: humming (pump/motor), grinding (drive system), clicking in agitator (dogs/cam).

Catching these failures early helps prevent secondary damage, like a leaking pump causing floor damage or a slipping clutch overheating and wearing other drive components.

Last updated: February 2026