Product review (1 stars): Buyer Beware
Washer bearing and drum wore out after just 5 years.  When I called an appliance technician (not a Whirlpool employee), he told me that I was better off replacing the washer because fixing all of the problems wouldn't be cost-effective.  Whirlpool customer service is of no help.  I will not purchase any more Whirlpool products in the future.  Avoid this product!