4055928180 Genuine Heavy Duty Swivel Castor with Brake, Electrolux Group Spare Part, Lockable Castor Wheel

Genuine Electrolux part 4055928180 is a heavy duty swivel castor with a brake. The swivel lets the unit turn and steer easily, while the brake locks the wheel so it stays put once it's in position. It suits an Electrolux group product that rolls on castors, but the appliance isn't named in the listing, so compare the mounting plate or stem and the wheel size with your old castor before ordering 4055928180.

Signs a castor needs replacing

Castors carry the full weight of the unit every time it's moved, and the brake is what stops it rolling away on a slope or uneven paving. Common problems include a wheel with flat spots or a split tread, a swivel head that has seized or wobbles, bearings that grind, and a brake lever that no longer locks the wheel. A failed brake is a safety issue, especially on heavy units or anything with hot surfaces or a gas connection. Replacing castors in pairs keeps the unit level and stable.

Part details

• Genuine Electrolux part 4055928180
• Heavy duty swivel castor
• Brake to lock the wheel in place
• Appliance not stated, compare with your old castor

Changing the castor

Empty the unit, disconnect any gas bottle or power lead, and get a helper to tilt or prop it securely. Unscrew the old castor, noting any washers or spacers, and check the mounting holes or socket aren't damaged. Fit the new castor, tighten the fixings fully, then test the swivel and make sure the brake holds the wheel firmly before putting the unit back into use.

Questions about this part

Do I need a braked castor on every corner?

Not always. Many trolleys pair two braked swivel castors with two fixed or unbraked ones. Replace like for like, and match the brake position of your old castor so the unit can still be locked in place.