If you need replacement parts for your washing machine, the model number is the most important information to find. It tells you exactly which parts fit your washer—so you can avoid wrong orders, returns, and wasted time.
Use this guide to find your washing machine model number quickly. We cover front-load washers, top-load washers, and washer-dryer combo units.
Quick Answer
Your washing machine model number is usually on a sticker, metal plate, or rating tag in one of these places:
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Inside the door or lid
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On the door frame
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Under the lid
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On the control panel
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On the front, side, or back exterior
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On the frame around the tub opening
The exact location depends on whether you have a front-load washer, top-load washer, or washer-dryer combo.
Why the Model Number Matters When Buying Washer Parts
Washing machine parts are not universal. A drain pump, door lock, control board, or water inlet valve may look similar but only fit specific models.
The model number helps you:
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Find exact-fit replacement parts
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Avoid returns and restocking fees
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Confirm compatibility before buying
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Order faster with less guesswork
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Get the correct part number from diagrams
Important: The model number is not the same as the serial number.
The model number identifies the product type. The serial number identifies your specific unit. For parts, you usually need the model number.
Before You Start Looking
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Unplug the washer before checking around doors, lids, or panels.
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Use a flashlight and your phone camera.
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Look for a white, silver, black, or metallic label.
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The label may say Model, Mod., Model No., or M/N.
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Take a photo of the label so you can read it later.
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Write down the number exactly, including letters and numbers.
Where to Find the Model Number by Washer Type
| Washer Type | Common Model Number Locations |
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| Front Loading Washer | Inside the door, door frame, front exterior, either side exterior, back exterior |
| Top Loading Washer | Under the lid on the frame, under the lid along the back of the tub opening, inside the washer lid, control panel, front exterior, inside wall, either side exterior, back exterior |
| Washer-Dryer Combo | Top of the unit in the front, inside the dryer door, door frame, under the washer lid or inside the door on front-loading models, either side exterior at the base |
What If You Cannot Find the Model Number?
If the label is missing, faded, or unreadable, try these options:
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Check the owner’s manual or installation guide.
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Look at the original receipt, or delivery paperwork.
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Check your appliance registration email or account.
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Visit the manufacturer’s website and search by serial number if available.
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Contact the manufacturer with your serial number and photos.
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Search online using the brand, capacity, and appearance of your washer.
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If you are ordering parts, send us photos of the washer, label area, and existing part.
Do not guess the model number if you are buying expensive parts like a control board or motor. A wrong model number can lead to the wrong part.
Common Washing Machine Parts We Sell
Drain pumps | Water inlet valves | Door locks and interlocks | Control boards | Lid switches | Drive belts | Hoses | Filters | Knobs and dials | Suspension rods and shock absorbers | Agitators and couplers | Heating elements for combo units | etc
→Shop washing machine parts by model number today.
Not sure which part you need? Send us your model number, serial number, and a photo of the part, and our team will help you find the right fit.