4055722914 Genuine Upper Bearing for Electrolux Group Washing Machines, Replacement Upper Shaft Bearing, Electrolux 24152028K

Genuine Electrolux upper bearing 4055722914, also catalogued as 24152028K, is a replacement bearing listed here with Electrolux group washing machine spares. Fitting it involves removing the old tab washer and using a thread locker in its place, so read the fitting notes below before you start. No models are on file, so check 4055722914 or 24152028K against your parts list before ordering.

Noisy spin or wobbling drum? The upper bearing may be worn

Bearings let a shaft turn smoothly while holding it centred. When an upper bearing wears, the shaft starts to move off centre and the bearing runs rough. You may hear a rumble, grind or squeal that gets louder as the speed rises, feel play when you rock the drum or tub by hand, or see rust stains and grease weeping near the bearing housing. Left too long, a failed bearing can damage the shaft, seals and housing, which turns a bearing job into a much bigger repair.

Part details

• Genuine Electrolux part 4055722914
• Also catalogued as 24152028K
• Upper bearing
• Fitting note: remove the tab washer and use a thread locker

Important fitting note for this bearing

Turn the machine off at the wall and close the taps first. When fitting this bearing, the original tab washer must be removed and left out, and the thread secured with a thread-locking compound such as Loctite instead. Clean the threads before applying it, tighten to the correct torque, and give the compound time to cure before running the machine.

Questions about this part

Why use thread locker instead of the tab washer?

The fitting instructions for this bearing call for the old tab washer to be removed and thread locker used in its place, which keeps the assembly secure. If you're unsure how your machine goes together, have a qualified appliance technician fit it.