Manufacturer
Whirlpool Replacement Parts

Model Number
ED5GHGXMQ00

Description
Side-by-side Refrigerator

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Parts List

CategoryPart NumberDescriptionDemand
Valve, Float Assembly978030
Whirlpool Access Valve (3/4``)Y
Brush4210463RW
Whirlpool Accessory Parts, Maintenance Brush For Dryers And Refrigerators
Skill level: - Fast and very easy fix
Y
W10896764
Whirlpool Air Baffle
DiffuserWPW10151374
Whirlpool Air Diffuser Assembly
Skill level: - Easy fix less than an hour
Y
Cover,Cap2152019
Whirlpool Air Diffuser Cover
WP72107
Whirlpool AlmondY
350956
Whirlpool AlmondY
W11596045
Whirlpool Arm-contrlY
WP2255432T
Whirlpool Arm-dispsrY
W11256541
Whirlpool Arm-pivotY
W11342242
Whirlpool Arm-shutY
KitW10422851
Whirlpool AugerY
Bag606755
Whirlpool Bag, Insulation (36-5/8`` X 46``)
Sensor, Thermistor, ThermostatWP2196003
Whirlpool BarrierY
BinWP2182971
Whirlpool Basket, Fzr
Skill level: - Fast and very easy fix
Y
Bearing1110560
Whirlpool Bearing
Sensor, Thermistor, ThermostatWPW10225581
Whirlpool Bimetl-def
Skill level: - Easy fix less than an hour
Y
Sensor, Thermistor, ThermostatWP627985
Whirlpool Bimetl-def
Skill level: - Easy fix less than an hour
Y
BinWP2187172
Whirlpool Bin Control Lever
Skill level: - Fast and very easy fix
Y
72032
Whirlpool BlackY
Blade1119009
Whirlpool Blade, Fixed (2)
BladeW10278731
Whirlpool Blade, Rotary A
BladeW10278732
Whirlpool Blade, Rotary B
BladeW10278733
Whirlpool Blade, Rotary C
2157405
Whirlpool Block Blade
Bracket, Flange, BladeW11500948
Whirlpool BracketY
Bracket, Flange, Blade2256035
Whirlpool Bracket
Bracket, Flange, Blade1110629
Whirlpool Bracket
Bracket, Flange, BladeWP2180226
Whirlpool Bracket
Skill level: - Fast and very easy fix
Y
Bracket, Flange, BladeWP2304673
Whirlpool BracketY
Bracket, Flange, BladeWP2181929
Whirlpool BracketY
Bracket, Flange, BladeWP2206629B
Whirlpool Bracket, Door Stop (Black)Y
Bracket, Flange, BladeW10304376
Whirlpool Bracket, Ice DispenserY
WP2182195
Whirlpool Cam AssemblyY
LensWP2317782
Whirlpool Camera Lens-lightY
LensWP2171706
Whirlpool Camera Lens-lightY
Cover,CapWP2186494W
Whirlpool Cap, Water Filter
Skill level: - Fast and very easy fix
Y
Cover,CapWP2186494T
Whirlpool Cap, Water Filter ( Tempest Gray)
Skill level: - Fast and very easy fix
Y
Cover,CapWP2186494B
Whirlpool Cap, Water Filter (Black)
Skill level: - Fast and very easy fix
Y
CapacitorWPW10662129
Whirlpool Capacitor
Skill level: - Easy fix less than an hour
Y
Socket4387478
Whirlpool Capacitor (Service)Y
AdhesiveWP4317852
Whirlpool Cement, Alumilastic (1 1/4 Oz.)Y
W11505385
Whirlpool Chute, WaterY
ClampWP488366
Whirlpool Clamp
Clamp549193
Whirlpool Clamp, Service Cord
ClipWP2195327
Whirlpool Clip
Clip1119021
Whirlpool Clip
Clip2208280
Whirlpool Clip
ClipW10683556
Whirlpool Clip
Clip2155547
Whirlpool Clip
ClipWP1108439
Whirlpool Clip
ClipWP1115374
Whirlpool Clip
ClipWP2161324
Whirlpool ClipY
Clip2161330
Whirlpool Clip
Clip489396
Whirlpool Clip
ClipWP2196062
Whirlpool ClipY
ClipWP628379
Whirlpool ClipY
ClipWP2155013
Whirlpool Clip, Grille Retainer (2)Y
Clip2223313
Whirlpool Clip, Retaining
Clip1115375
Whirlpool Clip, Wiring
Clip2215823
Whirlpool Clip-air, DuctY
Door,Remote Control DoorWP2256101
Whirlpool Compartment DoorY
Ice Maker, Ice Maker Assembly4317943
Whirlpool Complete Icemaker Assembly
Skill level: - Easy fix less than an hour
Y
Compressor - Sealed SystemW10309994
Whirlpool CompressorY
Condensor8201683
Whirlpool Condenser Assembly
1123960
Whirlpool Connecting RodY
ConnectorWP2154473
Whirlpool ConnectorY
2200137
Whirlpool Contrl-boxY
Wire2311636
Whirlpool Control Box Harness
CouplingWPW10169511
Whirlpool Coupling, MotorY
Cover,CapW10508993
Whirlpool Cover, Meat Pan
Skill level: - Fast and very easy fix
Y
2217039
Whirlpool Cover, Meat PanY
Cover,Cap4388356
Whirlpool Cover-evap
Cover,Cap2255753B
Whirlpool Cover-frnt
Cover,Cap2311690T
Whirlpool Cover-frnt
Cover,Cap2255753W
Whirlpool Cover-frnt
Cover,CapWP2162358
Whirlpool Cover-termY
Cover,CapW10466698
Whirlpool Cover-unitY
Cover,CapWP2188755
Whirlpool Cover-unitY
Cover,Cap2150331
Whirlpool Cover-wire
PanWP2188656
Whirlpool Crisper Pan
Skill level: - Fast and very easy fix
Y
CupWP628356
Whirlpool Cup-water FillY
Deflector & Chute2179350
Whirlpool Deflector
Deflector & ChuteWP1119017
Whirlpool Deflector, IceY
Door,Remote Control DoorL2206682B
Whirlpool Door Assembly Bl
Door,Remote Control DoorL2206682T
Whirlpool Door Assembly Bt
Door,Remote Control DoorL2206682W
Whirlpool Door Assembly WhY
Door,Remote Control DoorWPW10329686
Whirlpool Door Closer, Lower Cam
Skill level: - Easy fix less than an hour
Y
Door,Remote Control DoorWP2182179
Whirlpool Door Closer, Upper Cam
Skill level: - Fast and very easy fix
Y
Gasket , Seal2159083
Whirlpool Door Gasket, Magnetic (Service) (Black)Y
Gasket , Seal2159082
Whirlpool Door Gasket, Magnetic (Service) (Black)
Skill level: - Fast and very easy fix
Y
Gasket , Seal2159075
Whirlpool Door Gasket, Magnetic (Service) (Mist Beige)
Skill level: - Fast and very easy fix
Y
Gasket , Seal2159074
Whirlpool Door Gasket, Magnetic (Service) (Mist Beige)
Skill level: - Fast and very easy fix
Y
Hinge8201707
Whirlpool Door HingeY
TrimWP2177962K
Whirlpool Door TrimY
Door,Remote Control DoorWP2180353
Whirlpool Door-chute
Skill level: - Easy fix less than an hour
Y
Door,Remote Control DoorWP2171713
Whirlpool Door-iceY
ExtensionWP1108438
Whirlpool Drain ExtensionY
Washer72017
Whirlpool Drawer, Storage Paint, Touch-up (1/2Oz.) (White)
Skill level: - Fast and very easy fix
Y
Pipe, Tube, Hose, FittingW10843121
Whirlpool Drier ((Service))
Skill level: - Hard fix - you can do It
Y
Dispenser4388736
Whirlpool DrumY
Duct, Vent2182146
Whirlpool DuctY
WP627843
Whirlpool EjectorY
WP2195917K
Whirlpool EndcapY
Door,Remote Control DoorWP2195916K
Whirlpool Endcap
Skill level: - Fast and very easy fix
Y
Escutcheon2255597
Whirlpool Escutcheon
Escutcheon2194744
Whirlpool Escutcheon, Meat Pan Control
EvaporatorWP2188823
Whirlpool EvaporatorY
Trim2194969T
Whirlpool Extension, Handle (Biscuit)
TrimWP2194969W
Whirlpool Extension, Handle (White)Y
Trim2194973B
Whirlpool Extension, Handle Top (Black)
TrimWP2194973W
Whirlpool Extension, Handle Top (White)Y
BladeWP2169142
Whirlpool Fan Blade
Skill level: - Easy fix less than an hour
Y
Motor,Ice Maker Motor4389144
Whirlpool Fan Motor
Skill level: - Easy fix less than an hour
Y
Fan BladeWP2190685
Whirlpool Fan, BladeY
WP2182120
Whirlpool Fan-scrollY
Fastener489285
Whirlpool Fastener, Push-onY
2196097
Whirlpool Filler
2196094
Whirlpool Filler Wrapper (White)
2196150
Whirlpool Filler, Wrapper (Biscuit)
Pipe, Tube, Hose, Fitting8201537
Whirlpool FittingY
Pipe, Tube, Hose, FittingWP4373559
Whirlpool Fitting
Skill level: - Fast and very easy fix
Y
Pipe, Tube, Hose, FittingW11566763
Whirlpool Fitting, DrainY
W10852691
Whirlpool Floating BaffleY
Door,Remote Control DoorLW10210529
Whirlpool Freezer Door (Includes Item 8 And Dispenser Front Parts) (Biscuit)
Door,Remote Control DoorLW10210527
Whirlpool Freezer Door (Includes Item 8 And Dispenser Front Parts) (Black)
Door,Remote Control Door2255755W
Whirlpool Freezer Door (Includes Item 8 And Dispenser Front Parts) (White)
Handle2186649T
Whirlpool Freezer Door (Includes Item 8 And Dispenser Front Parts)handle, Center (Biscuit)
Cover,CapWPW10289690
Whirlpool Front CoverY
Cover,CapW10457397
Whirlpool Front Cover, Ice Container
Axle, Roller, Shaft Wheel4386774
Whirlpool Front Roller (2)Y
Gasket , SealWP2155789
Whirlpool GasketY
Gasket , Seal4388500
Whirlpool GasketY
Shelf Support ComponentsWP2177986
Whirlpool Glass
Glass ShelfW10864399
Whirlpool Glass Cover
Skill level: - Fast and very easy fix
Y
GreaseWP542638
Whirlpool Grease, Silicone (1/2 Oz.)Y
W10803964
Whirlpool GrilleY
WP2198468T
Whirlpool Grille ( Tempest Gray)
DispenserWP2206670B
Whirlpool Grille, OverflowY
WP2206670T
Whirlpool Grille, Overflow (Biscuit)Y
DispenserWP2206670W
Whirlpool Grille, Overflow (White)Y
2176134
Whirlpool Grommet
WP4387558
Whirlpool GrommetY
876811
Whirlpool Grommet (4) ((Production))
WP2176759
Whirlpool Grommet, Fan (2)Y
Guard2186495
Whirlpool Guard, Fan
GuideWP2180224
Whirlpool Guide, Ice
Skill level: - Easy fix less than an hour
Y
GuideW10850503
Whirlpool Guide, Solenoid
HandleWP2186649B
Whirlpool Handle, CenterY
HandleWP2186649W
Whirlpool Handle, Center (White)
2311639
Whirlpool Harns-dispY
Wire2187408
Whirlpool Harns-wire
2149294
Whirlpool Heat Shield
WP2323198
Whirlpool Heater, DefrostY
Cover,Cap2203408T
Whirlpool Hinge Cover (Biscuit)
Cover,CapWP2203407W
Whirlpool Hinge Cover (Fc)Y
Cover,CapWP2203408W
Whirlpool Hinge Cover (Rc) (White)Y
Cover,CapWP2203407B
Whirlpool Hinge Cover, Fc
Skill level: - Fast and very easy fix
Y
Cover,Cap2203407T
Whirlpool Hinge Cover, Fc (Biscuit)
Cover,CapWP2203408B
Whirlpool Hinge Cover, Rc (Black)Y
HingeWP2203770
Whirlpool Hinge, Top (Fc)Y
HingeWP2203771
Whirlpool Hinge, Top (Rc)Y
Knob, Dial, Button940014
Whirlpool Hole Plug, Control Box
HousingWPW10185018
Whirlpool Housing, Crusher
Skill level: - Easy fix less than an hour
Y
ControlWP2179343
Whirlpool Housing, HumidityY
HousingWP2186443
Whirlpool Housing, Water
Skill level: - Easy fix less than an hour
Y
HousingWP2195914
Whirlpool Housing-imY
ContainerWPW10670845
Whirlpool Ice ContainerY
ContainerWPW10312300
Whirlpool Ice Contianer Assembly
Skill level: - Fast and very easy fix
Y
FilterW10823377
Whirlpool Ice Dor Kt
Skill level: - Easy fix less than an hour
Y
Ice Maker, Ice Maker AssemblyWP2182124
Whirlpool Ice Striper
Skill level: - Easy fix less than an hour
Y
InletW10408179
Whirlpool Inlet Valve
Skill level: - Easy fix less than an hour
Y
Insulation876370
Whirlpool InsulationY
SpacerWP625834
Whirlpool Insulation, Switch
799833
Whirlpool Kit, Evaporator Repair (Aluminum Epoxy)
Insulation876029
Whirlpool Kit, Foam Slab (30`` X 32-1/2`` X 1-1/2``)
Knob, Dial, Button2197871
Whirlpool Knob, Control
WP2319866
Whirlpool Ladder
Lens2171705
Whirlpool Lens-lightY
WP2255431B
Whirlpool Lever, Ice (Black Dispenser)Y
WP2255431W
Whirlpool Lever, Ice (White Dispenser)Y
W10851295
Whirlpool Lever, Ice Dispenser (Biscuit)
WP2255432W
Whirlpool Lever, Water (White Dispenser)Y
WP2255432B
Whirlpool Lever, Water DispenserY
Light8009
Whirlpool Light Bulb
Skill level: - Fast and very easy fix
Y
LightWP22002263
Whirlpool Light Bulb
Skill level: - Fast and very easy fix
Y
100000
Whirlpool Literature Parts
LIT2260933
Whirlpool Literature Parts (Energy Guide)
LIT2255373
Whirlpool Literature Parts (Service & Wiring Sheet)
Louver8201651
Whirlpool Louver-cabY
Motor,Ice Maker Motor8201515
Whirlpool Module Assembly (Includes Items 21 & 22)Y
Ice Maker, Ice Maker AssemblyWPW10190929
Whirlpool Mold & Heater Assembly (Also Order) 542638 Silicone Grease
Skill level: - Easy fix less than an hour
Y
Motor,Ice Maker MotorWP2188242
Whirlpool MotorY
Motor,Ice Maker MotorW10822259
Whirlpool Motor-condY
Motor,Ice Maker MotorW10190935
Whirlpool Motor-modlY
PlateWP2213265
Whirlpool NameplateY
BearingWP1119018
Whirlpool Nut, Bearing
Skill level: - Fast and very easy fix
Y
WP2154697
Whirlpool Overload (Service (Includes Relay))Y
LIT2255705
Whirlpool Owners Manual
978883
Whirlpool Paint
799344
Whirlpool Paint
4392900
Whirlpool Paint, Bulk (1 Qt.) (Biscuit (Uncut))
786032
Whirlpool Paint, Bulk (1 Qt.) (Black (Uncut))
285006
Whirlpool Paint, Pressurized Spray (12 Oz. Black)Y
4392901
Whirlpool Paint, Pressurized Spray (12 Oz.) (Biscuit Paint, Bulk (1 Qt.))Y
511873
Whirlpool Paint, Touch-up 1/2 Oz. (White Porcelain)Y
PanWP2188664
Whirlpool Pan-meat
Skill level: - Fast and very easy fix
Y
PinWP2196195
Whirlpool PinY
Auto Primer350942
Whirlpool PrimerY
RelayW10920279
Whirlpool Relay-strtY
WP2256126
Whirlpool ReservoirY
WP2256085
Whirlpool Retainer
ClipWP2315522
Whirlpool Retainer ThermostatY
WP2155590
Whirlpool Retainer, Fan MotorY
ClipWP2194719
Whirlpool Retainer, Levers
Skill level: - Fast and very easy fix
Y
1125525
Whirlpool Retainer, Shelf
RingWP489236
Whirlpool Ring-eY
Axle, Roller, Shaft WheelWPW10250570
Whirlpool Roller (Rear) (2)Y
Pin489229
Whirlpool Rollpin
WP2161231
Whirlpool Scoop-airY
ScrewW11544659
Whirlpool Screw
ScrewWP681249
Whirlpool ScrewY
ScrewW10759522
Whirlpool ScrewY
ScrewW10850698
Whirlpool Screw
ScrewWP489491
Whirlpool ScrewY
ScrewWP8281227
Whirlpool ScrewY
ScrewW10856122
Whirlpool ScrewY
ScrewWP489128
Whirlpool ScrewY
ScrewWPW10141645
Whirlpool ScrewY
ScrewWP489500
Whirlpool ScrewY
ScrewWP488488
Whirlpool Screw
ScrewWP488729
Whirlpool Screw
Skill level: - Fast and very easy fix
Y
Screw798639
Whirlpool Screw
ScrewWP488787
Whirlpool ScrewY
ScrewWP3196557
Whirlpool ScrewY
ScrewWP3400906
Whirlpool ScrewY
ScrewW11661574
Whirlpool Screw
Screw489340
Whirlpool Screw
ScrewWPW10141625
Whirlpool Screw
Screw489392
Whirlpool Screw
ScrewWP965173
Whirlpool Screw
Screw627068
Whirlpool Screw
ScrewWP488163
Whirlpool ScrewY
Screw489136
Whirlpool Screw
Screw8533917
Whirlpool Screw (2)
ScrewW11233072
Whirlpool Screw (5)Y
ScrewWP489497
Whirlpool Screw (8)
Skill level: - Fast and very easy fix
Y
ScrewWP3400806
Whirlpool Screw (If Applicable)Y
ScrewWP3-24004-109
Whirlpool Screw (Use On Crisper Cover, As Shown, If Applicable)Y
ScrewWP489483
Whirlpool Screw 13 3400858 Screw
Skill level: - Fast and very easy fix
Y
ScrewW10142289
Whirlpool Screw 8-18 X 5/8
ScrewWP3400012
Whirlpool Screw Panel (Also Order Item No.15)Y
ScrewWP3400852
Whirlpool Screw,Y
ScrewWP489427
Whirlpool Screw, 1/4-20X5/8Y
ScrewWP489464
Whirlpool Screw, 1/4-28 X 1Y
ScrewWP489478
Whirlpool Screw, 8-18 X .50Y
Screw718257
Whirlpool Screw, 8-18 X 1.38
Screw681390
Whirlpool Screw, 8-32 X 3/8
ScrewWP489399
Whirlpool Screw, 8-32 X 5/16Y
4392899
Whirlpool Screws10-16x.375 Paint, Touch-up (1/2Oz.) (Biscuit)
Skill level: - Fast and very easy fix
Y
WP503695
Whirlpool SealerY
WP505587
Whirlpool Sealer Mastic (1 Quart)Y
212643
Whirlpool Sealer, Permagum (4 - 12`` Strips)Y
Glass ShelfWP2194297K
Whirlpool ShelfY
Frame2304542
Whirlpool Shelf, Cantilever (3)
Glass ShelfWP2174267
Whirlpool Shelf-wireY
WireWP2174268
Whirlpool Shelf-wire
Shield987121
Whirlpool Shield, Ice Door
WP2181911
Whirlpool ShimY
SleeveW11661094
Whirlpool Sleeve
Slide2182757
Whirlpool Slide Meat Pan Control
WP2261448
Whirlpool Slide, Basket (Left Side)
W10845585
Whirlpool Slide, Container (Left Side)
SlideWP2179342
Whirlpool Slide, Humidity ControlY
Socket2180200
Whirlpool SocketY
SolenoidWP2152713
Whirlpool Soleniod Assembly
Skill level: - Easy fix less than an hour
Y
SpacerWP1119007
Whirlpool Spacer, Flat (2)Y
SpacerWP1119005
Whirlpool Spacer, StepY
NutWP486692
Whirlpool Speed Nut (1/4-20)Y
350930
Whirlpool Spray (13 Oz.) (White)Y
SpringWPW10224328
Whirlpool SpringY
Spring1119020
Whirlpool Spring, ReturnY
Washer489203
Whirlpool Spring, Washer
8201786
Whirlpool Start-devY
ClipWP2195051
Whirlpool Strain ReliefY
Shelf Support ComponentsWP2196207
Whirlpool Stud
Glass ShelfW11223328
Whirlpool Stud, Rear
Skill level: - Fast and very easy fix
Y
Glass Shelf4388405
Whirlpool Stud-shelfY
Glass ShelfWP2196483
Whirlpool Study Assembly
Skill level: - Fast and very easy fix
Y
4388358
Whirlpool Support Kit (Contains Right And Left)Y
WP2162361
Whirlpool SwitchY
SwitchW11457217
Whirlpool SwitchY
SwitchWP2149705
Whirlpool Switch, Light
Skill level: - Easy fix less than an hour
Y
TapeW11238399
Whirlpool Tape
LIT628370
Whirlpool Tech Sheet
Terminal833938
Whirlpool TerminalY
Sensor, Thermistor, ThermostatWP2198202
Whirlpool Thermostat Assembly
Skill level: - Easy fix less than an hour
Y
Knob, Dial, Button2182111
Whirlpool Thermostat, KnobY
WP2182181
Whirlpool Thimble, TopY
WireWPW10339879
Whirlpool Tie-wireY
TimerW10822278
Whirlpool Timer-def
Skill level: - Easy fix less than an hour
Y
Valve, Float Assembly978026
Whirlpool Top Parts Not Illustrated And Optional Parts (Not Included) (Valve, Access (5/16``))Y
WP1117510
Whirlpool Torx Ke
Skill level: - Medium fix difficulty
Y
W10845583
Whirlpool TrackY
WP2261449
Whirlpool Track
PanWPW10614158
Whirlpool Tray, Evaporator
Skill level: - Fast and very easy fix
Y
TrimWP2179234
Whirlpool Trim, Crisper PanY
Door,Remote Control Door2195927
Whirlpool Trim, Door (4)
TrimWPW10307490
Whirlpool Trim, Door Shelf
Skill level: - Fast and very easy fix
Y
TrimWP2194969B
Whirlpool Trim, Door-bottom (Black )Y
Trim2194973T
Whirlpool Trim-handl
Pipe, Tube, Hose, Fitting2255798
Whirlpool Tube
Pipe, Tube, Hose, FittingWP2205765
Whirlpool Tube SuctionY
Pipe, Tube, Hose, Fitting8201597
Whirlpool Tube, Filter Inlet
Skill level: - Fast and very easy fix
Y
Frame2304904
Whirlpool Unit Mounting Frame
Rail2305374
Whirlpool Unit Mounting Rail
Wire4389205
Whirlpool Unit, HarnessY
Valve, Float Assembly978027
Whirlpool Valve, Access ((3/8``) Tube)Y
Valve, Float Assembly978028
Whirlpool Valve, Access (1/2``)
Valve, Float AssemblyWP978025
Whirlpool Valve, Access (1/4``)Y
Valve, Float Assembly978029
Whirlpool Valve, Access (5/8)Y
Valve, Float Assembly876764
Whirlpool Valve,access (3/16)Y
WasherWP489235
Whirlpool Washer RingY
Washer489234
Whirlpool Washer, Plain
FilterEDR5RXD1
Whirlpool Water Filter
Skill level: - Fast and very easy fix
Y
Pipe, Tube, Hose, FittingWPW10350006
Whirlpool Water Tube
Skill level: - Easy fix less than an hour
Y
Pipe, Tube, Hose, FittingW10823511
Whirlpool Water TubeY
WireWP2172890
Whirlpool Wire
Skill level: - Easy fix less than an hour
Y
Wire2311641
Whirlpool Wire Harness
WireW11234406
Whirlpool Wire HarnessY
Wire2311637
Whirlpool Wire Harness, Dual Crisper

About Whirlpool

Whirlpool Corporation is the number one major appliance manufacturer in the world, and includes brands such as Whirlpool, KitchenAid, Maytag, Consul, Brastemp, Amana, Bauknecht, Jenn-Air, Indesit, among others. The Whirlpool Corporation is an American multinational manufacturer and marketer of home appliances, headquartered in Benton Charter Township, Michigan, United States, near Benton Harbor, Michigan. In many Whirlpool appliances, remarkable sense and adapt technology responds to the needs of your clothes, your meals and your foods. By adapting to each situation, intuitive sensors make key refinementsprecisely adjusting water levels for the best clean possible or measuring moisture content for better baking. So your fabrics look newer longer, meals cook more evenly, and foods stay cool and flavorful.