Whirlpool Dryer Lint Filter Parts — Models & Compatibility

If you've got a Whirlpool, Maytag, or Kenmore dryer from the WED8000/WED8500/WGD8000 series, you're likely here because your lint filter is cracked, the frame's warped, or you've noticed lint escaping around the edges. This hub covers the W10859086 lint filter — the direct replacement for W10608811, W10701353, and AP5999318. It fits dozens of popular Whirlpool dryer models and restores proper lint capture to keep your dryer running safely.

Is This the Right Part for Your Model?

Check your dryer's model number before ordering. You'll find it on a sticker inside the door frame or on the back panel near the power cord. Models starting with WED (electric) or WGD (gas) followed by 8000, 8500, or 8600 typically use this filter. Cross-reference your exact model number against the compatibility list below — this part fits over 50 documented models across Whirlpool, Maytag, and Kenmore brands.

About This Replacement Part

The W10859086 lint filter is the mesh screen assembly that catches lint before it enters your dryer's exhaust system. It's a critical safety component — a damaged or missing filter allows lint buildup in the duct, which is a leading cause of dryer fires. The frame is molded plastic with a fine mesh screen that captures lint while allowing proper airflow. Over time, the plastic tabs can crack from repeated removal and insertion, or the mesh can tear if cleaned too aggressively with hard brushes. If you're seeing lint on your clothes after drying, finding lint around the dryer door seal, or noticing reduced airflow, it's time to replace this filter. The installation is literally 30 seconds: just slide out the old filter and push in the new one until it clicks into the housing. No tools, no disassembly required.

Compatible Models

This W10859086 lint filter fits the following Whirlpool dryer models:

• WED8000DW0, WED8000DW3, WED8000DW4
• WED8500DC0, WED8500DC1, WED8500DC3, WED8500DC4
• WED8500DR3
• WGD8000DW2, WGD8000DW3
• WGD8500DC1, WGD8500DC3, WGD8500DR1

And many more models in the WED8000, WED8500, WGD8000, and WGD8500 series. Verify your specific model number to confirm compatibility.

Maintenance Tips

Clean your lint filter before every load — it takes five seconds and dramatically improves drying efficiency. Once a month, wash the filter with warm soapy water to remove fabric softener residue that clogs the mesh. Let it air dry completely before reinstalling. Never run your dryer without the filter in place, even for "just one load" — that's how lint gets into your exhaust duct and creates a fire hazard.