Manufacturer
Whirlpool Replacement Parts

Model Number
LT5004XSW1

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Parts List

CategoryPart NumberDescriptionDemand
DryerPT220L
Whirlpool 4` 30 Amp 3 Wire Dryer CordY
DryerPT600L
Whirlpool 6` 30 Amp 4 Wire Dryer CordY
Pipe, Tube, Hose, Fitting285666
Whirlpool Accessory Parts, 8' Drain Hose W/clampY
ActuatorWP359807
Whirlpool Actuator
ActuatorWP691581
Whirlpool ActuatorY
AgitatorWP3349098
Whirlpool Agitator
Bearing279264
Whirlpool Air Channel BoxY
Duct, Vent696547
Whirlpool Air Duct & Bracket
350956
Whirlpool AlmondY
WP72107
Whirlpool AlmondY
978883
Whirlpool Almond (Uncut)
685207
Whirlpool Baffle-drm
693303
Whirlpool Barrier, Harness
BaseWP8577373
Whirlpool BaseY
Base696541
Whirlpool Base
696046
Whirlpool Base, Dryer
Basket3351985
Whirlpool Basket
BasketW10820043
Whirlpool Basktdrive
Skill level: - Medium fix difficulty
Y
BearingWP8546462
Whirlpool BearingY
Bearing285205
Whirlpool Bearing
BearingWP8546455
Whirlpool Bearing
WP3394508
Whirlpool Bearng-rngY
Belt, Pulley3394652
Whirlpool Belt, DriveY
ConnectorWP62505
Whirlpool Block, Disconnect (Motor 2 Speed) (Use Term. 352088)
DriveWP389140
Whirlpool Block, DriveY
696044
Whirlpool Block, Restraint (2)
Dryer279320
Whirlpool Block-termY
Bracket, Flange, Blade694338
Whirlpool Bracket, Control
Bracket, Flange, Blade63636
Whirlpool Bracket, Counterweight Spring
Wire279457
Whirlpool Bracket-front Frame Support (2 Req)Y
279848
Whirlpool BulkheadY
80011
Whirlpool Bumper (2)Y
WP19119
Whirlpool Bumper (2)
238614
Whirlpool Bumper And Isolation
693152
Whirlpool Bumper, Console (5)
WP694419
Whirlpool BuzzerY
Cabinet696014
Whirlpool Cabinet (Almond)
696015
Whirlpool Cabinet (Golden Harvest)
696017
Whirlpool Cabinet (Platinum)
696016
Whirlpool Cabinet (Toast)
Cabinet696013
Whirlpool Cabinet (White)
WP8546461
Whirlpool Cam-brakeY
Cover,CapWP3355758
Whirlpool CapY
Cover,CapWP62646
Whirlpool Cap
Cover,CapWP356471
Whirlpool CapY
CapacitorWP8572717
Whirlpool CapacitorY
Door,Remote Control DoorWP3389441
Whirlpool Catch, Door
Skill level: - Easy fix less than an hour
Y
Bearing285203
Whirlpool Centerpost Bearing Kit (Includes Items 13, 14 & 23)Y
ClampWP371502
Whirlpool ClampY
ClampWP285655
Whirlpool Clamp
Skill level: - Fast and very easy fix
Y
ClampWP616099
Whirlpool ClampY
ClampWP596669
Whirlpool Clamp
Skill level: - Fast and very easy fix
Y
ClampWP660658
Whirlpool ClampY
Clamp357030
Whirlpool Clamp, Capacitor
353096
Whirlpool Clamp, Hose (Alternate)
Clamp488946
Whirlpool Clamp, Tubing
Clip3349322
Whirlpool Clip
ClipWP692985
Whirlpool ClipY
ClipWP90016
Whirlpool ClipY
W11712577
Whirlpool Clip
Clip693141
Whirlpool Clip
Clip279771
Whirlpool Clip
ClipW10854425
Whirlpool ClipY
Clip279220
Whirlpool ClipY
NutWP98234
Whirlpool Clip (2)Y
Clip345396
Whirlpool Clip, Air Duct To Bulkhead
Clip356746
Whirlpool Clip, Condenser (2)
Clip694037
Whirlpool Clip, Console
ClipWP359364
Whirlpool Clip, Leveling Mechanism (2)
696636
Whirlpool Clip, Pressure Switch Hose And Wiring Harness (3)
696633
Whirlpool Clip, Wiring Harness (8)
WP692781
Whirlpool Closure
692782
Whirlpool Closure, Control Area (Almond)
692785
Whirlpool Closure, Control Area (Golden Harvest)
692784
Whirlpool Closure, Control Area (Platinum)
692783
Whirlpool Closure, Control Area (Toast)
Clutch285785
Whirlpool Clutch
Skill level: - Medium fix difficulty
Y
ConnectorW11213338
Whirlpool ConnectorY
ConnectorWP717253
Whirlpool Connector
ConnectorW10876590
Whirlpool Connector
Coupling285753A
Whirlpool Coupling
Skill level: - Easy fix less than an hour
Y
WP384496
Whirlpool Coupling, Hose 10-16 X 1/2 (2)
WP16272
Whirlpool Couplr-hseY
WP692926
Whirlpool Cove
Cover,CapW10828351
Whirlpool Cover
Skill level: - Fast and very easy fix
Y
Cover,CapWP3394228
Whirlpool Cover
Cover,Cap694304
Whirlpool Cover, Channel
Cover,Cap285202
Whirlpool Cover, Gearcase
3388182
Whirlpool Dial, Timer
Door,Remote Control Door280004
Whirlpool Door
Door,Remote Control DoorWP689314
Whirlpool Door
Door,Remote Control Door280077
Whirlpool Door
Door,Remote Control Door689319
Whirlpool Door Front (Golden Harvest)
Latch279570
Whirlpool Door Latch
Skill level: - Easy fix less than an hour
Y
LatchWP693145
Whirlpool Door Latch-lid
Door,Remote Control DoorWP348205
Whirlpool Door, Front
Door,Remote Control Door695214
Whirlpool Door, Front (Toast)
Washer72017
Whirlpool Drawer, Storage Paint, Touch-up (1/2Oz.) (White)
Skill level: - Fast and very easy fix
Y
Motor,Ice Maker MotorWP661600
Whirlpool Drive Motor
Skill level: - Easy fix less than an hour
Y
Motor,Ice Maker Motor279827
Whirlpool Drive Motor
Skill level: - Easy fix less than an hour
Y
Drum, Tub3391834
Whirlpool DrumY
WP3399602
Whirlpool Elbow
3399603
Whirlpool Elbow, Lower
696632
Whirlpool Element, Heater
285367
Whirlpool Enamal, Toast (1 Qt. Uncut)
692993
Whirlpool End Cap, Console (L.h. & R.h.)
Deflector & Chute694609
Whirlpool Exhaust Deflector Kit (Complete)
693739
Whirlpool Fastener, Push (2)
FilterWP63840
Whirlpool Filter
Skill level: - Fast and very easy fix
Y
Foam3350013
Whirlpool Foam
Pad8577411
Whirlpool Foam Strip
WP367594
Whirlpool Foot, Front (2)Y
WP358594
Whirlpool Foot, Rear (2)Y
Fuse, Thermal Fuse, BreakerWP3392519
Whirlpool Fuse-thrml
Skill level: - Easy fix less than an hour
Y
Gasket , SealW10814296
Whirlpool Gasket, Center PostY
Case285515
Whirlpool Gearcase
Transmission Brake & Clutch3360629
Whirlpool Gearcase
Skill level: - Medium fix difficulty
Y
261890
Whirlpool Golden Harvest
261891
Whirlpool Golden Harvest (Uncut)
WP62691
Whirlpool Grommet, Motor (4)Y
LIT693030
Whirlpool Guide, Laundry
LIT3388935
Whirlpool Guide, Use And Care
HandleWP686711
Whirlpool HandleY
HandleWP689308
Whirlpool HandleY
Handle689586
Whirlpool Handle, Door (Golden Harvest)
Handle695286
Whirlpool Handle, Door (Platinum)
Handle3350562
Whirlpool Handle, Lid (Almond Model)
3387713
Whirlpool Harness, Console Wiring (Automatic) (Includes Illus.1a, 1B & 1C)
Wire692728
Whirlpool Harness, Door Switch (Includes Illus. 1A)
697381
Whirlpool Harness, Lid Switch
69682-1
Whirlpool Harness, Main Dryer Wiring (Includes Illus. 36A, 36B & 36C)
696820
Whirlpool Harness, Thermostat & Heater (Includes Illus. 20A)
Wire3388677
Whirlpool Harness, Upper (Automatic) (Includes Illus. 6A, 6B & 6C)
685457
Whirlpool Heater Box (120/240 Volts)
DryerWP61894
Whirlpool Heater, Thermostat (Note: Used With 660039 Thermostat Only)
Skill level: - Easy fix less than an hour
HingeWP348023
Whirlpool Hinge And Pin Assembly (2)
BearingWP21258
Whirlpool Hinge, Bearing (2)Y
Hinge384458
Whirlpool Hinge, Lid (L.h.)
Hinge384459
Whirlpool Hinge, Lid (R.h.)
Pipe, Tube, Hose, Fitting285664
Whirlpool HoseY
Pipe, Tube, Hose, Fitting280120
Whirlpool HoseY
Pipe, Tube, Hose, FittingWP696394
Whirlpool HoseY
Pipe, Tube, Hose, FittingWP692699
Whirlpool HoseY
Pipe, Tube, Hose, FittingWP696710
Whirlpool Hose, DrainY
Pipe, Tube, Hose, FittingW10834213
Whirlpool Hose, Pressure Switch
Pipe, Tube, Hose, FittingWP89503
Whirlpool Hose-fillY
Belt, PulleyWP691366
Whirlpool Idler Pulley Assembly
Skill level: - Easy fix less than an hour
Y
LIT3389582
Whirlpool Instructions, Installation (For Models Lt5004xsw1 And Lt5004xsw2)
LIT3389581
Whirlpool Instructions, Installation (For Models: Lt5000xsw1 And Lt5000xsw2)
LIT693019
Whirlpool Instructions, Operating
285320
Whirlpool Iphon Break KitY
Knob, Dial, ButtonW10801656
Whirlpool Knob
696342
Whirlpool Knob & Clip, Water Level
Knob, Dial, Button3391829
Whirlpool Knob, Push-to-start
Knob, Dial, Button696354
Whirlpool Knob, Timer (Dryer)
LIT386215
Whirlpool Label, Energy Guide (For Models Lt5000xsw1 And Lt5000xsw2)
LIT386216
Whirlpool Label, Energy Guide (For Models Lt5004xsw1 And Lt5004xsw2)
LIT3388366
Whirlpool Label, Wiring Diagram (For Models Lt5000xsw1 And Lt5000xsw2)
LIT3388367
Whirlpool Label, Wiring Diagram For Models Lt5004xsw1 And Lt5004xsw2)
350941
Whirlpool Leveler (Thinner)
387075
Whirlpool Lid (Almond)
387078
Whirlpool Lid (Golden Harvest)
3348020
Whirlpool Lid (Platinum)
3348021
Whirlpool Lid (Toast)
387074
Whirlpool Lid (White)
Handle379888
Whirlpool Lid Handle (Golden Harvest)
HandleW10861826
Whirlpool Lid Handle (Platinum)
Spring384463
Whirlpool Lid Spring (Includes 10)
285790
Whirlpool LiningY
WP358652
Whirlpool Link
LIT693126
Whirlpool List, Repair Parts
LockWP692983
Whirlpool Lock, Console (2)
LockWP345670
Whirlpool Lock, Top
Grease285208
Whirlpool Lubricant (Use Only In Brake Shoe Assembly On Roller & Pin)Y
Pump, Motor63491
Whirlpool Motor, Timer (60 Hz.)
Washer388253A
Whirlpool Neutral AssemblyY
Screw303776
Whirlpool No Description Avaliable
Nut279710
Whirlpool Nut
NutW10080180
Whirlpool Nut
NutWP358160
Whirlpool Nut
NutWP692771
Whirlpool Nut
ClipWP688805
Whirlpool Nut, KnurledY
NutWP21366
Whirlpool Nut, LockY
NutWP692400
Whirlpool Nut, Push-inY
350572
Whirlpool Oil, Gearcase (16 Oz.)Y
694398
Whirlpool Pad, Extruder (2)
PadWP21097
Whirlpool Pad, Hinge (2)
72112
Whirlpool Paint, (Touch-up 1/2 Oz.) (Toast)
799344
Whirlpool Paint, Bulk (1 Qt.) (White (Uncut))Y
285366
Whirlpool Paint, Spray (13 Oz.) (Platinum)
72110
Whirlpool Paint, Touch-up 1/2 Oz. (Golden Harvest)
Panel285882
Whirlpool Panel
PanelWP692628
Whirlpool Panel
Panel280069
Whirlpool Panel
Panel285372
Whirlpool Panel
Panel285315
Whirlpool Panel
Panel285314
Whirlpool Panel
Panel285371
Whirlpool Panel
PanelWP3402293
Whirlpool PanelY
694333
Whirlpool Panel, Control
692632
Whirlpool Panel, Front (Golden Harvest)
Foam69262-3
Whirlpool Panel, Front (Golden Harvest)
Insulation69263-1
Whirlpool Panel, Front (Platinum)
692630
Whirlpool Panel, Front (Toast)
Panel692614
Whirlpool Panel, Side (L.h.) (Almond)
Panel692617
Whirlpool Panel, Side (L.h.) (Golden Harvest)
Panel692616
Whirlpool Panel, Side (L.h.) (Platinum)
Panel692615
Whirlpool Panel, Side (L.h.) (Toast)
Panel692608
Whirlpool Panel, Side (R.h.) (Almond)
Bracket, Flange, Blade69261-1
Whirlpool Panel, Side (R.h.) (Golden Harvest)
Panel692610
Whirlpool Panel, Side (R.h.) (Platinum)
Panel692609
Whirlpool Panel, Side (R.h.) (Toast)
Panel692607
Whirlpool Panel, Side (R.h.) (White)
Panel692934
Whirlpool Panel, Transition (Almond)
692937
Whirlpool Panel, Transition (Golden Harvest)
692936
Whirlpool Panel, Transition (Platinum)
692935
Whirlpool Panel, Transition (Toast)
Panel692933
Whirlpool Panel, Transition (White)
WPW10112403
Whirlpool Parts-misc
Cooking PlateWP62611
Whirlpool Plate, Motor Mount To Gearcase
285368
Whirlpool Platinum (Uncut)
Plug54690
Whirlpool Plug, Button (2)
Connector692997
Whirlpool Plug, Multi-terminal (Connects With Main Dryer Harness)
Plug692791
Whirlpool Plug, Side Panel (2) (Almond)
Plug692794
Whirlpool Plug, Side Panel (2) (Golden Harvest)
Plug692793
Whirlpool Plug, Side Panel (2) (Platinum)
Plug692792
Whirlpool Plug, Side Panel (2) (Toast)
Plug692790
Whirlpool Plug, Side Panel (2) (White)
Connector696074
Whirlpool Plug, Terminal (12-Way) (Connects With Automatic Console Harness)
Connector342529
Whirlpool Plug, Terminal (2-Way) (Connects With Main Dryer Harness)
Knob, Dial, ButtonWP660975
Whirlpool Plug, Top To Cabinet 689587 (Alt.) 694010 (Alt.)
350938
Whirlpool Primer, GrayY
Protector3390046
Whirlpool Protector, Edge
Belt, PulleyW10837625
Whirlpool Pulley-mtrY
DryerWP694674
Whirlpool Range Thermostat
Skill level: - Easy fix less than an hour
Y
Connector696073
Whirlpool Receptacle, Connector (Connects With Lower Automatic Harness)
Connector692998
Whirlpool Receptacle, Multi-terminal (Connects With Thermostat & Heater Harness)
717315
Whirlpool Receptacle, Terminal (2-Way) (Connects With Automatic Console Harness)
Connector717252
Whirlpool Receptacle, Terminal (2-Way) (Connects With Door Switch Harness)
Plug62888
Whirlpool Receptacle, Terminal (3-Way) (Connects With Harness)
ConnectorWP62889
Whirlpool Receptacle, Terminal (3-Way) (Connects With Harness)
Triac, Diode or Resistor279872
Whirlpool ResistorY
WP3350222
Whirlpool Retainer
WP8546127
Whirlpool RetainerY
WPW10086010
Whirlpool Retainer, Motor (2)Y
62677
Whirlpool Retainer, Spring
RingWP62658
Whirlpool RingY
Ring285353
Whirlpool RingY
RingW10083190
Whirlpool Ring, Retaining
Ring90369
Whirlpool Ring, Retaining (2)
RingWP63134
Whirlpool Ring, Sound Deadening
RingWPW10080230
Whirlpool Ring, Spin Tube SupportY
Ring285765
Whirlpool Ring-retnr
RingW11033823
Whirlpool Ring-wireY
ScrewWP3351614
Whirlpool Screw
Screw798639
Whirlpool Screw
ScrewWP273556
Whirlpool Screw
ScrewW11573574
Whirlpool ScrewY
ScrewWP3400516
Whirlpool ScrewY
ScrewWPW10119828
Whirlpool Screw
Skill level: - Fast and very easy fix
Y
ScrewWP488234
Whirlpool Screw
Skill level: - Fast and very easy fix
ScrewWP488729
Whirlpool Screw
Skill level: - Fast and very easy fix
ScrewWP308685
Whirlpool Screw
Skill level: - Fast and very easy fix
Y
ScrewWP308544
Whirlpool Screw
ScrewWP681414
Whirlpool ScrewY
ScrewWP98129
Whirlpool Screw
ScrewWP356418
Whirlpool ScrewY
ScrewWP694091
Whirlpool ScrewY
Screw60001022
Whirlpool Screw
Screw354975
Whirlpool Screw & Washer (3) (Lid Door Latch Mounting)
ScrewWP358237
Whirlpool Screw & Washer (5/16 - 24 X 1)Y
Screw386011
Whirlpool Screw & Washer (Base To Cabinet)
Screw354764
Whirlpool Screw & Washer, Lid Switch Shield (2)
ScrewWP693304
Whirlpool Screw And Washer
Screw62735
Whirlpool Screw, 5/16-24 X 3/16 (3) (Gearcase To Tub Support)
ScrewWP90767
Whirlpool Screw, 8 A X 3/8
Skill level: - Fast and very easy fix
Y
690372
Whirlpool Screw, Baffle Mounting (6) (11-16 X 7/8)
Screw693710
Whirlpool Screw, Console Lock (2)
Screw348689
Whirlpool Screw, End Cap Mounting (4) (6-32 X 3/4)
Module1430322
Whirlpool Screw, LidY
100000
Whirlpool Screw, Terminal Block To Bracket (2)
ScrewWP3390631
Whirlpool Screw,10-16 X 5/16Y
WP696418
Whirlpool Scroll-fan
W11095997
Whirlpool SealY
279735
Whirlpool SealY
DryerWP339956
Whirlpool Seal FoamY
WP8577376
Whirlpool Seal, CenterpostY
ShaftWP356427
Whirlpool Seal, Drive TubeY
696658
Whirlpool Seal, Fan Scroll
ShaftWP91939
Whirlpool Seal, OilY
285352
Whirlpool Seal, Thrust PlugY
Cover,CapWP3349985
Whirlpool Seal-cover
Skill level: - Medium fix difficulty
Y
Door,Remote Control DoorW11613302
Whirlpool Seal-doorY
Drum, TubWP3359587
Whirlpool Seal-tub
WP285195
Whirlpool Sealer, Gasket (.20 Fl. Oz.) (6 Ml)Y
ShaftWPW10359270
Whirlpool Shaft
Skill level: - Easy fix less than an hour
Y
ShaftWP389387
Whirlpool Shaft, Agitator (Complete)Y
ShaftWPW10359269
Whirlpool Shaft, Drum Roller (R.h.)
Skill level: - Easy fix less than an hour
Y
ShaftWP389231
Whirlpool Shaft-agit
ShieldWP64137
Whirlpool Shield
ShieldWP3946532
Whirlpool ShieldY
ShieldWP359231
Whirlpool Shield, Lid Switch
Shield63637
Whirlpool Shield, Tub
285438
Whirlpool Shoe-brakeY
Dryer279823
Whirlpool Side Exhaust Kit
WP356363
Whirlpool Siphon BreakY
SleeveWP63022
Whirlpool Sleeve
Sleeve285658
Whirlpool SleeveY
Sleeve285321
Whirlpool Sleeve Kit, Plastic Drain Hose (Contains 2 Sleeves)
Sleeve693711
Whirlpool Sleeve, Console Lock Screw (2)
Spacer356937
Whirlpool Spacer, Drive Tube
350930
Whirlpool Spray (13 Oz.) (White)Y
SpringWP63748
Whirlpool Spring
SpringWPW10250667
Whirlpool SpringY
3348258A
Whirlpool Spring
Spring384462
Whirlpool Spring, Lid (R.h.) (Includes Illus. 10)
Spring62676
Whirlpool Spring, Washer Agitator
LockWP693151
Whirlpool Sprng-lock
Connector687000
Whirlpool Strain Relief, Power Cord (Use W/4 Prong Power Cord)
WasherWP358684
Whirlpool StrikeY
693175
Whirlpool Strut, Console
W11174024
Whirlpool Support
W11174025
Whirlpool Support
Axle, Roller, Shaft Wheel349241T
Whirlpool Support
Skill level: - Easy fix less than an hour
Y
Protector692846
Whirlpool Support Protector
Switch279173
Whirlpool Switch, Push-to-startY
660393
Whirlpool Switch, Water Temperature 370145 (Alt.) 370146 (Alt.)
SwitchW10820036
Whirlpool Switch-lid
Skill level: - Easy fix less than an hour
Y
SwitchWP8529896
Whirlpool Switch-mtrY
Screw279393
Whirlpool Terminal Block Screw Kit (For Terminal Block)
Skill level: - Easy fix less than an hour
Y
Terminal279318
Whirlpool Terminal, Tinned & Brass (3) (Includes Illus. 42)Y
WP696818
Whirlpool Thermostat, Heater Box (225Of) (107.2Oc)Y
WireWPW10339879
Whirlpool Tie-wire
TimerWP3946432
Whirlpool TimerY
TimerWP3388255
Whirlpool Timer, Control (60 Hz.) (Dryer) (Timer Motor Not Serviceable)
W10491983
Whirlpool Tip-tines
285365
Whirlpool Toast
WP384693
Whirlpool Top
384694
Whirlpool Top (Almond)
384697
Whirlpool Top (Golden Harvest)
384699
Whirlpool Top (Platinum)
384698
Whirlpool Top (Toast)
DryerWP692641
Whirlpool Top-dryer
RingWPW10512946
Whirlpool Tri-ring (4)Y
Drum, TubWP63782
Whirlpool Tub
RingW10831641
Whirlpool Tub Ring & Gasket (Includes Illus. 7, 14 & 15)Y
W10863713
Whirlpool Tub Support And Drum
Pipe, Tube, Hose, Fitting356398
Whirlpool Tube, Drain OffY
Pipe, Tube, Hose, FittingWP64208
Whirlpool Tube-spin
Inlet285805
Whirlpool Valve
Skill level: - Easy fix less than an hour
Y
WasherWP388815
Whirlpool Washer
WasherWP348197
Whirlpool WasherY
WasherWP3388703
Whirlpool Washer
Washer285766
Whirlpool Washer Kit, Thrust
Washer62618
Whirlpool Washer, Cam Thrust
WasherWP16123
Whirlpool Washer, Inlet Hose (1-1/16 X 5/8)(4)
WasherWP63292
Whirlpool Washer, Spin Tube Thrust
Skill level: - Easy fix less than an hour
Y
Washer62619
Whirlpool Washer, Washer Agitator Gear
SwitchW11097655
Whirlpool Water Level Switch
PumpWP3363394
Whirlpool Water Pump
Skill level: - Easy fix less than an hour
Y
Axle, Roller, Shaft WheelWP696426
Whirlpool Wheel, BlowerY
Wire690236
Whirlpool Wire, Motor Ground
72113
Whirlpool Wire, Splicing 25 Ft. Black 12 Ga. 150~C (Platinum)

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.