WD8X227 & WD8X228 Dishwasher Tub Corner Baffle Gasket Set (Left & Right)

Key Features

• Precision Corner Leak Protection: Specifically engineered to seal the critical gap between the bottom corners of the dishwasher tub and the door, preventing water from splashing out onto your kitchen floor during high-pressure wash cycles.
• Symmetrical "Wing" Design: Features a specialized molded shape that fits perfectly into the tub's lower frame, creating a redundant barrier against pressurized water even as the dishwasher door alignment shifts slightly over time.
• High-Flex EPDM Rubber: Manufactured from premium, heat-resistant EPDM rubber that maintains its elasticity and "memory" through thousands of "Sanitize" and "Heated Dry" cycles without becoming brittle or cracking.
• Anti-Microbial Construction: The non-porous rubber material resists the accumulation of food particles, grease, and black mold, helping to eliminate persistent "old food" odors at the base of the door.
• Complete 2-Piece Maintenance Set: Includes both the WD8X227 (Left) and WD8X228 (Right) corner baffles, allowing for a simultaneous replacement to ensure balanced protection and a symmetrical seal across the front of the unit.

Replaces / Cross-Reference Part Numbers

• Left Corner Baffle: WD8X227, AP2038859, PS263963, 2673, AH263963, EA263963.
• Right Corner Baffle: WD8X228, AP2038860, PS263964, 2674, AH263964, EA263964.

Compatibility & Fitment

These corner gaskets are the standard replacement for most GE-manufactured plastic tub dishwashers produced over the last 20 years. Key compatible brands include:

• GE (General Electric): Fits hundreds of GSD, GHD, GDW, GDF, and GDT series models (e.g., GSD2100V35WW, GSD3300V35WW).
• Hotpoint: Compatible with various HDA, HDB, and HLD series budget-friendly dishwashers.
• Kenmore (363 Series): Fits many 363-prefix models produced by GE for Sears (e.g., 363.14352101).
• Note: These gaskets are located at the bottom corners of the tub frame, where the door hinges meet the tub. Verify your original seals match this specific "winged" rubber profile before ordering.

When to Replace

• Water Leaking from Front Corners: Small puddles forming on the floor at the front-left or front-right of the dishwasher, typically occurring during the first 10 minutes of the wash cycle.
• Visible Wear or Tearing: The rubber baffles look shredded, have visible chunks missing, or have pulled away from their mounting slots.
• Hard or Brittle Rubber: The gaskets feel "stony" or "plasticky" rather than flexible, preventing them from conforming to the door edge when it latches.
• Missing Baffles: One or both gaskets have fallen off during cleaning or have been washed away over years of use, leaving a visible gap at the corner of the tub.
• Corroded Cabinetry: You notice water damage or "swelling" in the wooden cabinets directly beneath the front corners of the dishwasher.

Installation Tips

• No Tools Required: This is a simple "press-fit" repair. Open the dishwasher door fully and remove the lower dish rack for better visibility and access to the bottom corners.
• Clean the Mounting Slot: Use a damp cloth and mild detergent to thoroughly clean the plastic tub frame slot where the old baffles were located. Removing old soap scum and grit is essential for a proper watertight seal.
• Orientation is Key: The baffles are side-specific. Align the "wing" of the baffle so it points inward toward the center of the tub, and the flat base sits securely in the frame slot.
• The "Seat" Test: Press the baffle firmly into the corner until it is fully seated. Close the dishwasher door slowly to ensure the baffle doesn't fold over or get pinched out of place.
• Check the Main Gasket: While replacing these corner baffles, inspect your WD08X10032 Main Door Gasket. If the main perimeter seal is also flattened, these corner baffles may not be enough to stop all leaks.