BlueStars WPW10730972 W10130913 Washer Drain Pump Assembly
- Drain Pump
- Corded electric
- ABS Plastic
- 1
If your washer sits on the Whirlpool platform and will not drain, this is the sensible first part to try before paying a technician. Check your model number against the replaced-part list first.
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Overview
This is a complete drain pump assembly for front-load washers, built to the W10130913 pattern rather than a generic universal pump. The motor is rated 85W at 1.5A with a 45 L/min flow rate and a 3000 rpm rotor. It ships as the pump and volute together, so the old unit comes out whole and the new one drops into the same base slots.
Buying the pump rather than booking a service call is the whole argument here. A washer that stops draining, throws an F21 code, or spins without emptying is usually a pump problem, and the part sits behind a lower access panel on most Whirlpool-built machines. BlueStars sells the aftermarket equivalent of a part that OEM channels price several times higher, which is why it turns up so often in DIY repair threads.
- 45 L/min flow, 85W motor, 3000 rpm rotor
- Replaces 8540024, W10117829, WPW10730972 and more
- Rated for 110-120V and 220-240V, 50/60 Hz
- Class F insulation on the motor windings
Who it's for
This suits owners of Whirlpool Duet, Duet Sport, Kenmore HE2 Plus, Maytag 2000 through 4000 series and Amana or Inglis front-loaders built on the same platform, particularly older machines where a paid repair costs more than the washer is worth. It is not for anyone with a top-load agitator washer or an LG, Samsung or Bosch machine, since those use entirely different pump mountings.
What buyers say
From Amazon customer reviews.
Owners repeatedly report the pump dropping straight into the original mounting slots on Whirlpool Duet and Kenmore machines, including washers 15 to 25 years old, with several finishing the job inside an hour. One reviewer cleared an F21 code after filter cleaning failed and ran ten loads with no leaks at the hose connections. The recurring complaint is not the pump but the reused spring clamp, which one buyer solved by holding it open with a zip tie while sliding the boot on. Another noted the package contained no instructions and relied on online repair videos instead.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Covers a long list of Whirlpool platform part numbers
- Assembly swap, no impeller rebuild needed
- Costs far less than a service call
- Basic hand tools finish the job
- Model check required, the list is not universal
- No printed instructions in the box
- Reusing the spring hose clamp is fiddly
- Aftermarket, not an OEM branded part
Performance notes
Drain failure on these washers is usually mechanical rather than electrical, so a pump swap only helps once you have ruled out a blocked filter or a kinked drain hose. The part addresses no-drain, drains but will not spin, leaking, loud grinding, burning smell and no-start symptoms. Installation needs a 1/4 inch nut driver, a 5/16 inch nut driver, a flat blade screwdriver and pliers, and the machine must be unplugged before the panel comes off.
Specifications
| Brand | BlueStars |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 2.2 ounces |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 7.2 × 7 × 9.5 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Flow Rate | 45 Liters Per Minute |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Power Source | Corded electric |
| Voltage | 120 volts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | ABS Plastic |
| Color | Blue |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | 1 x wpw10730972 W10130913 Washer Drain Pump |
| Other details | |
| Item Type Name | W10130913 WPW10730972 Washer Drain Pump |
| Product Style | Traditional |
| Specific Uses For Product | Washing machine repair and maintenance |
How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in drain pumps.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| BlueStars WPW10730972 W10130913 Washer Drain Pump AssemblyThis product | 4.7 / 5 | 1,619 | - |
| ATMA SUPPLY 3363394 Washer Pump Replaces WP3363394 WP3363394VP PS11741239 AP6008107…Atma Supply | 4.6 / 5 | 1,000 | 4.3 / 5 |
| AZ4U b25-3a04 W10876600 Washer Drain Pump Replaces Drain Pump W10727777 W10876600VP…AZ4U | 4.5 / 5 | 158 | 3.6 / 5 |
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Questions about the BlueStars drain pumps
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
Will the BlueStars W10130913 pump fit a Whirlpool Duet Sport?
Yes, the Duet and Duet Sport lines are among the machines this pump is built for. Confirm your washer's part number appears in the replaced-numbers list before ordering.
What tools do I need to install the BlueStars WPW10730972 drain pump?
A 1/4 inch nut driver, a 5/16 inch nut driver, a flat blade screwdriver and pliers. Disconnect power to the washer before starting.
Does this BlueStars pump fix an F21 error code?
F21 signals a slow or failed drain, which a worn pump commonly causes. Clean the filter and check the drain hose first, since either can trigger the same code.