Whirlpool & Kenmore Duet Control Knob Parts — Models & Compatibility

The control knob on your Whirlpool or Kenmore Duet washer or dryer takes a beating — thousands of twists over years of laundry cycles. Eventually that pewter-finished knob cracks, strips out, or just won't stay attached anymore. This replacement knob (part 8182050) fits over 20 Duet series models and restores precise cycle control.

Is This the Right Part for Your Model?

This pewter control knob fits GEW9200, GEW9250, and GEW9260 series Whirlpool Duet washers and dryers. Check your model number on the inside door frame or along the top edge when you open the door. Match it against the compatibility list below — if your model starts with GEW92, you're likely good to go. The knob replaces original Whirlpool numbers WP8182050, AP6011755, and AP3181683.

About This Replacement Knob

The 8182050 control knob is the pewter-finished dial that selects wash or dry cycles on Duet front-load machines. It press-fits onto the control stem with a D-shaped shaft insert. The knob itself is injection-molded plastic with a metallic pewter coating that matches the original Duet aesthetic. Over time, the internal D-shaft insert can crack from overtightening or the outer finish can wear from repeated use. This replacement restores both function and appearance — you'll get crisp cycle selection again without replacing the entire control panel.

Compatible Whirlpool Duet Models

• GEW9200LL1, GEW9200LL2
• GEW9200LQ1, GEW9200LQ2
• GEW9200LT1, GEW9200LT2
• GEW9200LW1, GEW9200LW2
• GEW9250PL0, GEW9250PL1
• GEW9250PW0, GEW9250PW1
• GEW9260PL0, GEW9260PL1

This knob works across the GEW92xx Duet series — both washer and dryer versions use the same control interface.

Installation Overview

Replacing the control knob takes about 2 minutes with no tools. Pull the old knob straight off the control stem (it may require firm pressure if it's stuck). Align the D-shaped insert inside the new knob with the flat side of the control stem shaft, then press firmly until it seats. Give it a test turn through all cycle positions to confirm it's secure. The knob shouldn't wobble or slip when you rotate it.

Why This Part Fails

The D-shaped plastic insert inside the knob cracks if someone forces the dial past its stop point or overtightens it during installation. The pewter finish coating can also chip or peel after years of contact with wet hands and detergent residue. You'll know it's time to replace when the knob spins freely without changing cycles, won't stay on the stem, or looks visibly cracked around the center mount.

Cross-Reference Numbers

Part 8182050 supersedes and replaces these Whirlpool factory numbers:

• WP8182050
• AP6011755
• AP3181683
• PS11744954

If your repair manual or parts diagram lists any of these numbers, this knob is the correct replacement.