Whirlpool WP3951769 Washer Timer Replacement Part - Compatible with Various Models - Perfect for Laundry Room Repairs & DIY Appliance Fixes

Very solid replacement timer and very easy to install. Packaged well. Unfortunately my Whirlpool timer dial didn't fit well on it so I had to return it. In fairness the timer was made for a different washer model so not completely unexpected.Good fit easy installation.Hint, to remove knob turn counterclockwise while using needle nose pliers to hold the metal shaft that is barely protruding from the back side of timer. Then you can remove the screws to get the old timer out.Take the timer to hardware store to find 2 replacement screws. The old ones don't fit this new timer. I selected some very short sheet metal screws that tightened up nicely. For the money the holes in the new timer should have been threaded to accept the original screws.This was a direct replacement for the original timer switch, so it went in with ease, however it seemed that the timer gear was a bit out of sync and it took several loads for the cycle to get the gear into sync with the full cycle to run unattended. Once that happened, the new timer switch worked perfectly from that point on, and is still working just fine. I am happy with the purchase and the performance of the product at this time, and have no regrets.This appears to be the genuine article, coming in a box that says "Whirlpool Corporation Factory Certified Parts". Like the original, it is made by an American industrial controls manufacturer. It takes literally five minutes to install, watching a video on YouTube to get the correct procedure. It solved the problem of the timer not advancing on the old unit and my Kenmore 90 series washer is again as good as new after 15 years of constant use. Get the part # off of your old part and google it to make sure this is the right replacement part #. This part replaces four or five other part numbers from various washers. They are identical.Although the first timer that was delivered didn't work properly (timer didn't advance), the replacement was delivered just 2 days after putting in the request. This one works fine. Impressed with the excellent customer service. Thank you.Heads up- if you have a problem mounting it - the holes may not be threaded. Mine wasn't and it drove me nuts until I took it to the hardware store and explained the problem. In case you run into a problem, the screw is a #10, not an M-5.Our washer was agitating right when we turned it on as the water was filling. The machine is at least 10 years old and this is the first problem we have had with it. The timer did fix it. Also, it would spray water constantly during the spin cycle. This took care of all of it.Worked perfectly to fix my Kenmore 90 series washer! I really didn't want to buy a new machine, and with help from internet forums and youtube, I was able to diagnose and repair this myself! It was so easy.