Whirlpool
Washer

Model #WTW8540BC0 Official Whirlpool washer

Here are the diagrams and repair parts for Whirlpool WTW8540BC0 washer, as well as links to manuals and error code tables, if available.

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Installation guide

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Affresh Washer Cleaner, 3-pack (replaces 18001080, 77109, W10135699A)#NI

Optional parts (not included) Diagram

Affresh washer cleaner, 3-pack (replaces 18001080, 77109, w10135699a)

Part #W10135699
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Washer Drive Hub (replaces 280145)#9

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Hub

Part #8545953
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Washer Drive Hub (replaces 280145)#8

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Hub

Part #W10118114
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Appliance Touch-Up Paint, 0.6-oz (White) (replaces 21020, 72017R, 8006, W10813125, Y058028)#NI

Optional parts (not included) Diagram

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Washer Lid Lock (replaces W10619844)#29

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Washer lid lock

Part #W10059230
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Washer Lid Hinge Arm (replaces 8563964)#14

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Washer lid hinge arm

Part #8563964
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Appliance Screw#18

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Screw

Part #3390647
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Washer Fill Hose Seal and Screen (replaces 285452, 285452RP, 353362A, W10810281)#NI

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Washer Water Inlet Valve (replaces W10342320, WPW10326913, WPW10326915)#5

Control panel parts Diagram

Washer water inlet valve

Part #W10342320
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Washer Fill Hose, 2-pack (replaces 8212637RP, 8212638)#NI

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Symptoms common to all washers

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Main causes: leaky water inlet valve, faulty water-level pressure switch, bad electronic control board
Main causes: lack of electrical power, wiring failure, bad power cord, electronic control board failure, bad user interface board
Main causes: water heater failure, bad water temperature switch, faulty control board, bad water valve, faulty water temperature sensor
Main causes: unbalanced load, loose spanner nut, worn drive block, broken shock absorber or suspension spring, debris in drain pump
Main causes: broken lid switch or lid lock, bad pressure switch, broken shifter assembly, faulty control system
Main causes: clogged drain hose, house drain clogged, bad drain pump, water-level pressure switch failure, bad control board or timer
Main causes: worn agitator dogs, bad clutch, broken motor coupler, shifter assembly failure, broken door lock, suspension component failure
Main causes: no water supply, bad water valves, water-level pressure switch failure, control system failure, bad door lock or lid switch
Main causes: bad lid switch or door lock, bad timer or electronic control board, wiring failure, bad water inlet valve assembly

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