Whirlpool Washer Basket W11513244, Fixes Loud banging or rubbing during spin caused by a damaged or improperly supported basket
Genuine Whirlpool OEM washer basket assembly; Encompass describes it as “Basket Asm - Jrny 4.5 Psc.”
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Common Symptoms
- Basket appears off-center or visibly damaged
- Loud banging, rubbing, grinding, or clanking during spin
- Excessive vibration associated with basket movement
- Rust spots or chipped areas that may mark clothing
- Poor spin performance or clothes remaining unusually wet when basket damage affects rotation
Check Before Replacing
- Disconnect power before inspecting the basket or reaching inside the washer.
- With the washer empty, visually inspect the basket for cracks, deformation, rust spots, chipped areas, or separation at the hub attachment.
- Check whether the basket appears centered in the opening.
- With power disconnected, manually move the basket gently and listen for grinding, rubbing, or clanking.
- Before attributing symptoms to the basket, redistribute the load, avoid overloading, and verify that the washer is level, since imbalance and leveling problems can produce similar vibration and noise.
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Installation Notes
- Use the model-specific Whirlpool service documentation for the complete replacement procedure; no exact installation instructions were verified for W11513244 itself.
- Disconnect electrical power before beginning inspection or replacement.
- Empty the washer before handling the basket.
- Confirm that the replacement basket is centered and rotates without rubbing or abnormal noise before returning the washer to service.
- Because basket replacement involves internal washer components, professional service may be appropriate if the basket, hub, tub, or drive system cannot be clearly distinguished.
Verified Compatible Models
CAW45125LW0, CAW45125LW1, CWW4512RW0, MVW4505MW0, MVW4505MW1, MVW4505MW2, MVW5035MW0, MVW5035MW1, MVW5035MW2, WTW5010LW0, WTW5010LW1, WTW5015LW0, WTW5015LW1, WTW5020SW0, WTW5025SW0
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