My washer would leak from time to time, mostly on tub clean mode. I would come back to a big pool of water on the ground. It's on cement in the basement so it was no big deal really. I finally got curious and found a big tear in the gasket. After seeing the reviews on here and videos online of the replacement it seemed easy enough. I was actually shocked how easy it is to take apart the washer.
One bonus of doing this is you can take apart the detergent dispenser and hoses and clean all the gunk inside. You will be shocked how much mildew and gunk is in there. After cleaning everything I could easily get to, I started the gasket. I will say it’s sort of confusing how it installs, I would recommend watching the replacement videos of this before starting, and then watch it while installing step-by-step.
As other have said the rings that lock the gasket in the place are a PAIN to get in, that being said I watched the video and saw how he did it, and after a couple of tries it was in. You will need vice grips. Also the inner ring-spring, it easier to pull up on the spring then down.
The door doesn’t shut as smoothly but it’s hardly noticeable. It might even be better. I would buy the same thing again if I had too. I just ran the tub-wash and no leaking.
I purchased this gasket for my LG Front Loader Model # WM2250CW. It fit perfect and stopped that little drip that everyone else was talking about on the bottom front. I also replaced the front panel door boot clamp. That also may have helped with the drip. I mainly replaced mine because of mold buildup from not drying the gasket after using the machine. I will say my machine is 6 years old and has no other issues. I did clean the front of the drum though when I had the entire front of the machine apart.
One thing I would recommend is spending the money on the expansion tool. I thought my tool would work but it was to small, and I actually hit my hand when I slipped using the screwdriver method and cut the back of my hand open pretty bad.
If I ever half to replace my gasket again I would use this product again and purchase the expansion tool.
LG Part Numbers for LG WM2250CW Front Loader:
Washer Clamp (inner): LG Electronics part number 4861ER2001D
Washer Clamp (outer): LG Electronics part number 2W20017E
Door Boot Gasket with Drain Port: LG Electronics part number 4986ER0004F
Item came promptly and fit perfectly. This was something I was putting off replacing based on the reviews and it appearing to be a difficult fix. As far as installation; I followed a on-line video and it was an easy task - step by step and clear directions. I debated buying the special spring tool and opted to not to - thinking I could find something in my toolbox that would help. What I came up with was using zip ties. I put a zip tie around each end of the spring and fastened it (the zip tie) so there was enough room to get my hand in the loop. I then was able to pull the spring wide enough apart so it would slip over the lip. It took an extra set of hands to push the spring into place while I was pulling - but it worked. Saved $60.00 by not buying one time use tool and the important thing - the wife is happy!!!
Replacing this was something I should have done a long time ago. We've been living with a little trickle coming out of the bottom of the door for over a year and finally got tired of laying towels down. Our old gasket didn't have a tear or hole or anything, but it had a bump/deformity on the lip at the bottom. Taking the washer apart was a quick process (youtube videos), but putting the inner ring back on was a bear on the fingers. Still better than shelling out $70 for the tool. So while it may take awhile to get the ring on, it can be done by one person without any tools at all.We've done about 10 loads so far and couldn't be happier with it.
This part fitted perfectly on my LG WM2455HW. Do yourself a favor if you are going to replace this part on your own and buy the spring removal tool! I didn’t buy that tool and it cost me at least 2 extra hours and lots of hard work to put the two springs back on this new seal. The seller could have done a better job shipping this in a bigger box and not cramming it in small box. I have a picture of the original(old) and the new one.
Feature Product
- Door boot 4986ER0004F is an original equipment manufacturer (OEM) part that fits some front-load washers in these series: Kenmore and Kenmore Elite 796; and LG WM and CW.
- Door boot 4986ER0004F forms a seal between the wash tub and the door, preventing leaks.
- This door boot includes a drain port; If your 27-inch LG front-load washer was made before September 2007, use door boot 4986ER0004B instead, because those washers don't have a drain port.
- Door boot 4986ER0004F replaces original front-load washer door boot part numbers 4986ER0004J, 4986ER0004K and 4986ER0004N.
Description
LG 4986ER0004F Washing Machine Door Boot Gasket with Drain Port. For use with the following LG Electronics models: F1305FDM, WM2233HD, WM2233HS, WM2688HNM, WM2077CW, WM2688HWM, WM2233HU, WM2233HW, WM2277HS, WM2277HB, WD11581BDK, WD11581BDP, WD11588BDK, WD11581BD, WD11586BD, F1201FDP, WD12275BD, CW2079CWD, WM2050CW, CW2079CWN, WM2075CW, WD10270BD, WD12276BD, F1267FDX, F1267FDY, WD10460BD, WD10465BD, WM2150HW, F1201FDP1, WD11588BD, WD10271BD, WM2101HW, WD11589BD, WM2301HR, WM2301HW, WD10272BD, WM2277HW, WM2240CW. Refer to your manual to ensure ordering the correct, compatible part.
The door gasket works well. It has been installed for more than a month without a leak. The problem really is with the design of the washer. I had to remove the front and the top of the washer to make this repair. The root cause of my problem (gasket getting moldy because it wasn't draining right) was a bad drain design. It appears to be a custom molded hose with two 90 degree bends in a little over 1 inch of length. It takes almost nothing for lint to build up in there and block it.
As for assembly, the custom spring tool offered (at twice the price of the gasket) would have been nice, but I'm pretty handy with zip ties and I made it work.
Very good . No special tools required.
Go to you tube and watch video.
Use dish soap,.
Extra pair of hands required but if you can change a motorcycle or bicycle tire you can handle this without the two pairs of $69.99 each special pliers sold by LG.
Butter knife to remove outer retainer.inner spring just unhook and have person hold at 3 o'clock while you use a Phillips head and needle nose pliers to reconnect spring.
Outer can be slipped over with flat head screwdriver.
Good luck!
Its a quality gasket.
It might be OEM but not sure.
I installed this today - our LG washer is at least six years old and the gasket had not been replaced. It developed a small tear and I figured it was time. Like many others here, I used a YouTube video as a guide - it was very good, but it seemed my older model was slightly different in that the control panel was secured with five, not four screws on front (easy to see) and one in the back (not).
The gasket secures to the drum housing with one spring clamp and the front panel with another. Each time you have to make sure the gasket is seated properly on the rim - for the drum housing I found that a bit of diluted soap on the gasket made it much easier to snap into place. The clamps are a pain, but I managed to get them on without the overpriced LG tool, using ViseGrips as suggested in the video, Even so it was frustrating as the gasket would tend to pull off the rim when I tried pulling on the clamp. I did get it in the end.
I was mortified to see that the drain tube for the old gasket was completely clogged with gunk. I will take more care to keep that clean in the future.
Watch a video before attempting on your own. You MUST use a gasket lubricant to get this thing on your LG machine - it is absolutely required - or you will lose your mind trying to get to on. Secondly, the band that secures this in place is difficult to install, requires some strength, and is best accomplished by two people. Nothing easy about this job, but it will save you over $200 for the service call.
What can be said. this is a factory part and it was somewhat straight forward to replace. it takes some patience and a second set of hands will save you some aggravation. Glad we needed to replace this as the drain hose was completely plugged up as well. Watch a couple videos on youtube and you will find this doable. You will need a flathead screwdriver and small (5") channel locks for removal. For installation, some laundry soap for lubricant, 2 pair of needle nose pliers (8" work best) and the small channel locks to place the drain line back on. Lube that as well and it make it easier. Im happy, no more leaks.
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