How to Find Your Appliance Model Number
A complete guide to finding model and serial numbers on major household appliances
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Quick tips
Take a Photo
Can't find the model number? Take a clear photo of the entire appliance and any visible labels. This helps our technicians identify your model and prepare for service.
Check Paperwork
Look for your user manual or purchase receipt — they often list the model number.
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Call us at (707) 664-9702 and we'll walk you through finding it for your specific appliance brand.
Select an appliance type for detailed location instructions.
Standard Top-Freezer Models
- Inside fresh food compartment - Upper left or right side wall (most common)
- Behind or under crisper drawers
- On the ceiling of fresh food compartment
French Door & Side-by-Side Models
- Inside fresh food compartment - Upper right side wall (most common)
- Behind crisper drawers
- Under crisper drawers
- On door frame/gasket edge
Additional Locations
- Behind the toe kick/grille at bottom (remove screws)
- Back exterior wall (requires moving unit)
- Inside freezer section on side wall
Brand-specific notes
Samsung: Lower left exterior + inside right wall above top shelf | LG: Older models on right side, newer on left | Sub-Zero: Inside door near top hinge | GE: Bottom floor or behind crisper drawers
Freestanding Ranges
- Behind oven door - Front frame at lower left edge (most common)
- Storage drawer area - Remove drawer, look on frame
- Under cooktop - Lift cooktop on electric models
- Standard ranges: Metal tag behind control panel that can be turned up
Wall Ovens
- Inside oven on front frame at lower-left edge (door open)
- Behind control panel (some models)
- On left side trim when door open
Professional Ranges (Wolf, Viking, Thermador)
- Wolf: Bottom of control panel at far right; under left-hand burner pan (R-Series)
- Viking: Remove left rear burner bowl, look with flashlight; open oven door frame
- Thermador: Behind oven door on lower frame
- BlueStar: Inside oven on left door frame
Brand-specific notes
Professional ranges often require lifting burner pans or removing parts. Always use caution when accessing.
Most Common Locations
- Door edge - Left or right side of door frame (most common)
- Inside door - Along interior side/top
- Right side of tub - Inside on right wall
- Top of door opening - On tub frame
- Under control panel - Beneath controls
Brand-specific notes
Bosch/Siemens: Left door side (E-Nr) | Miele: Door frame (starts with letter) | LG: Right door or under control panel | Cove: Inside left side
Front-Load Washers
- Inside door pocket - On rim around door gasket (most common)
- Door frame - Visible when door fully open
- Behind door - On wash compartment face
- Exterior sides - Near bottom
Top-Load Washers
- Under the lid - On back of tub opening (most common)
- Under the lid - On frame near back
- Inside lid - Sticker on underside
- Back exterior - Rear panel
Brand-specific notes
Whirlpool front-load: Inside door pocket | Samsung/LG: Front door or back panel
All Dryer Types
- Door opening area - Top edge or front frame (most common)
- Inside door frame - On rim when open
- Behind door - On panel around drum opening
- Rear panel - Back of unit
- Side panels - Left or right exterior
Brand-specific notes
LG/Samsung: Front panel or rear | Whirlpool/Maytag: Door opening rim or behind door
Countertop & Over-the-Range
- Left interior wall - Inside microwave (most common)
- Right interior wall - Some models
- Under the vent - Remove vent cover below controls (OTR)
- Behind door - Door frame area
- Bottom exterior - Underside near back (OTR)
Brand-specific notes
Most brands place tag on left interior wall. OTR models may have tag under vent cover.
Built-In Cooktops
- Underneath the cooktop - Requires lifting unit or access from below
- On underside of burner box
- Side or back edge of unit
Brand-specific notes
May require partial removal from countertop. Professional brands often have unique locations.
What to record
- 1.Complete Model Number
All letters and numbers (e.g., LAT1000AAE, WRF555SDFZ)
- 2.Complete Serial Number
Usually starts with letters followed by numbers
- 3.Brand/Manufacturer Name
Whirlpool, GE, Samsung, LG, Wolf, Sub-Zero, etc.
- 4.Take a Clear Photo
Photo of the entire tag with flash for best reference
Now that you have your model number
We can verify parts, prepare for the visit, and get your repair moving faster.
Safety first
Electrical appliances: Disconnect power before accessing any parts
Gas appliances: Turn off gas before moving units
Under warranty? Don't disassemble — contact manufacturer first
Heavy appliances: Use proper lifting techniques or get help
Still can't find it?
Call us and we'll help you locate your model number and get what you need.
