APPLIANCEMATES DC97-05280W Samsung Washer Suspension Rod Kit

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APPLIANCEMATES DC97-05280W Samsung Washer Suspension Rod Kit

APPLIANCEMATES DC97-05280W suspension rods are listed as a four-rod replacement kit for compatible Samsung top-load washers. The listing claims compatibility across several WA series and says the rods can address tub shaking and imbalance, but buyers should confirm the exact washer model and part number before ordering.

At a glance

Four suspension rods are listed in the included-components information.
The listing names Samsung washer models across WA40, WA45, WA456, WA50 and other series as compatible.
The rods are described as helping support the tub and dampen movement during spin cycles.
The listing gives an approximate rod length of 26.18 inches and advises comparing it with the original rod.

Price

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Pros and cons

Pros

A four-rod kit supports replacing the set rather than sourcing rods individually.
A broad set of Samsung model families is named, including WA45T3200AW/A4 and WA50R5200AW/US.
Customer feedback reports that the rods have helped with imbalance, fit and repair ease.

Cons

Customer feedback includes a durability concern, with some reports of failure within six weeks.

Technical specifications

3 specifications

Identity
Brand	APPLIANCEMATES

Dimensions and installation
Weight listed	2.4 pounds

Materials and protection
Material listed	Stainless Steel

What to know before buying

The listing advises disconnecting power and water before repair and estimates installation at 20–30 minutes.

Listing details to confirm

The listing is inconsistent about part identifiers: the model number is DC97-05280W, the listed part number is DC97-16350U, and the included-components entry names four DC97-16350U rods. Compatibility and replacement-number claims also vary across the listing. Confirm the washer's exact model and original part number, and compare rod length before purchase. The listing describes a five-year return-and-exchange offer, but its terms are not detailed.

What’s in the box

Included

4 DC97-16350U suspension rods

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Owners of a listed compatible Samsung top-load washer replacing its suspension rods as a set.
DIY repairers looking for rods intended to address washer shaking, imbalance or spin-related noise.

Less suited to

Buyers who have not confirmed their washer model, original part number and rod length against the listing's inconsistent identifiers.
Anyone seeking a documented fit guarantee or detailed warranty terms, which the listing does not provide.

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Customer reviews on Amazon

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Customer feedback describes good quality, fit, repair ease and help with out-of-balance operation and noise. Those reports are relevant if replacing rods to steady a washer, but they are not a fit guarantee. Durability is a reported concern, including failures within six weeks, so buyers should weigh that against the listing's stated five-year return-and-exchange claim and check its terms.

Positive themes

Customers report that the rods fit and help resolve washer imbalance.
Customers describe repair as easy and report reduced operating noise.

Negative themes

Some customers report durability problems, including failure within six weeks.

Mixed feedback

Positive fit and repair reports coexist with durability concerns.

Frequently asked questions

How many rods are listed in the kit?

The included-components field lists four DC97-16350U suspension rods. The listing's model and part identifiers differ, so verify the selected listing and your washer's original part number.

Which Samsung washers does the listing say these fit?

It names multiple WA-series models, including WA45T3200AW/A4, WA45N3050AW/A4, WA50R5200AW/US and WA50R5400AV/US. Confirm your exact model and compare the original rod length, which the listing gives as approximately 26.18 inches.

Can these rods address washer shaking or imbalance?

The listing presents them as replacement suspension rods for shaking, imbalance, banging noise and a DC error. Customer feedback also reports improvement in balance and noise, but experiences include durability concerns.

What should I know before installing them?

The listing estimates installation at 20–30 minutes and advises disconnecting power and water before beginning. It does not provide detailed repair instructions here.