Product review (1 stars): Don't Buy Whirlpool
Whirlpool is not the same company it was a few years ago.  We bought a Duet washer and dryer to replace our 20 year old Whirlpools (which still worked perfectly).  I fully expected to get 20 years out of these given Whirlpool's reputation and the cost, but no such luck.  The tub bearings and basket shaft went bad in the washer after just 5 years, and the replacement parts alone (no labor) are nearly as much as a new washer.  After doing some research, I discovered that this is a very common complaint.  Needless to say, I will never buy another Whirlpool appliance.  There are much better choices out there now (i.e. LG) from companies that are interested in building brand loyalty by standing by there products.