8581194014396 Genuine Outer Bowl Cover and Seal for Electrolux Group Top Load Washing Machines, Top Loader Outer Tub Cover

On a top loader the outer bowl, or outer tub, holds the water, and its cover closes off the top so water stays in during agitation and spin. 8581194014396 is the genuine Electrolux outer bowl cover listed with its seal, from the Electrolux group top load washer range. Covers vary between tub sizes and models, so check this number against your parts list before ordering.

Water splashing out of a top loader

The outer bowl cover forms a ring over the top of the outer tub, with a seal that stops water slopping over the rim as the basket moves. If the cover cracks or warps, or its seal hardens and shrinks, water can splash onto the motor, pump or wiring below, or out onto the floor. You might notice puddles only during agitation or spin, rust stains inside the cabinet, or a tripping safety switch. Too much detergent makes the problem show up faster, but a damaged cover is often the root cause.

Part details

• Genuine Electrolux part 8581194014396
• Outer bowl (outer tub) cover
• Listed as cover and seal
• Suits Electrolux group top loaders, no model list on file

Changing the outer bowl cover

Unplug the washer, turn off both taps and drain any water left in the tub. Lift the top panel or console as your model requires to reach the tub. Release the cover's clips or fasteners, noting their positions, then lift it off. Clean the rim of the tub before seating the new cover and seal evenly all round, then run a rinse cycle and check for leaks.

Questions about this part

Is the seal included with the cover?

The part is described as an outer bowl cover with seal, so it's listed as the pair. If the old seal on your model stays with the tub, compare it with the new one before fitting. Ask through our parts enquiry form if you'd like the contents confirmed first.