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ELECTROLUX MAJOR APPLIANCES OF NORTH AMERICA

SERVICE MANUAL

AFFINITY
HORIZONTALAXIS
WASHER
6000 & 7000
SERIES
White-Westinghouse
5995456851
April 2006
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  • Page 1: Service Manual

    ELECTROLUX MAJOR APPLIANCES OF NORTH AMERICA SERVICE MANUAL AFFINITY HORIZONTALAXIS WASHER 6000 & 7000 SERIES White-Westinghouse 5995456851 April 2006 1111111...

  • Page 2: Safe Servicing Practices

    Electrolux Home Products cannot be responsible, nor assume any liability, for injury or damage of any kind arising from the use of this manual.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    SAFE SERVICING PRACTICES QUICK REFERENCE SHEET Serial nameplate location Serial number breakdown Tech sheet location Component resistance chart Water fill height Electrical requirements Incoming water pressure Drain requirements Motor Operation speeds Tub pulley to motor pulley ratio Tub capacity Auto temp control temperature specifications Sample schematic (6000) Sample schematic (7000) SECTION A - INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS...
  • Page 4 Soil level Water Level Cycle options Stain clean Extra rinse Extended spin Signal volume Washer features Delay start Control lock Estimated cycle time Status lights Start/Pause Cancel Cycle selection chart SECTION D - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (7000) Before operating your washer Operating steps Cycle selection Deep Clean Sanitary...
  • Page 5 Pretreat stains and heavy soil Add laundry load to washer Add detergent, bleach and fabric softener to automatic dispenser Start the washer Remove items when the cycle is completed General precautions Stain removal Safe stain removal procedures Successful stain removal Stain removal Common washing problems Care and cleaning...
  • Page 6 Releasing the console Removing the electronic control Removing the delay start button Removing the interface board Removing the selector knob Removing the front panel Removing the drain pump assembly Disassembling the drain pump Removing the pressure switch Removing the electronic water level sensor Removing the heater control board Removing the light transformer Removing the light socket...

  • Page 7: Quick Reference Sheet

    QUICK REFERENCE SHEET On the inner liner of the loading door 1. Serial nameplate location: X C 6 0 2 1 5 6 9 3 2. Serial number breakdown. Incremented unit number Production week Last digit of production year Product identification Manufacturing facility On the left-hand bodyside behind the front 3.

  • Page 8: Component Resistance Chart

    QUICK REFERENCE SHEET Resistance  Electrical component @ 77F (25C) Dispenser valve soleniods 800 ± 7% Door lock solenoid 1325 ± 10% Pump motor 12 ± 7% Component resistance chart. NTC Thermistor dispenser NTC Thermistor heater 4.8K Water heater 14 ± 10% M1 TO M2 5.3 ±...

  • Page 9: Operation Speeds

    Operation speeds: Agitate Speed - RPM (Deep Clean Sanitary, Heavy, Normal, Quick, and Prem Press ) Agitate Speed - RPM (Hand Wash, Delicate, and Wool) Spin speeds 6000 Series Models 7000 Series Models Deep Clean Sanitary Heavy Duty, Normal & Quick Sec.

  • Page 10: Sample Schematic (6000)

    SAMPLE SCHEMATIC FOR 6000 SERIES ALWAYS USE DIAGRAM WITH PRODUCT LEVEL SENSOR J9 C4.1 C5.5 C4.3 C5.3 C4.4 C5.1 BLACK/RED J12 C3.1 PINK/BLK J4 C4.4 BLACK/RED PUMP DISPENSER VALVE BLEACH EVENT WASH BLEACH PURP BLACK/RED C4.3 DETERGENT WASH BLACK/RED C4.2...

  • Page 11: Sample Schematic (7000)

    ON SELECT MODELS LEVEL SENSOR BLACK/RED C4.1 C5.5 C3.2 C5.3 C4.3 C4.4 C5.1 BLACK/RED C3.1 PRESSURE BLACK/RED C3.1 SWITCH PINK/BLK C4.4 PUMP PUMP OPTION B OPTION A SAMPLE SCHEMATIC OPTION A OR B BLEACH FOR 7000 SERIES PURP BLACK/RED C4.3 ALWAYS USE DIAGRAM WASH BLACK/RED...

  • Page 12: Section A - Installation Instructions

    SECTION A - Installation Instruc- 4. Carpenter’s level. tions ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS Full Size Tumble Action Washers CIRCUIT - Individual, properly polarized and grounded 15 amp. branch circuit fused with 15 amp. time delay Before beginning installation, carefully read fuse or circuit breaker. these instructions.

  • Page 13: Water Supply Requirements

    grounding plug, the plug MUST be plugged into an appropriate, copper wired receptacle that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances or in the absence of local codes, with the National Electrical Codes, ANSI/NFPA 70 96 in.

  • Page 14: Rough-In Dimensions

    ROUGH-IN DIMENSIONS 23 3/4” 24” (60.33) (60.98) SIDE 22” (55.88) 2 5/8” 3 5/8” (6.67) (9.21) 25 5/8” (65.09) 28 1/4” (71.76) inches (cm) NOTE: For pedestal installations, see additional installation instructions included with the pedestal. For stacking installations, see additional installtion instructions included with the stacking kit. For under counter installations, no special top is required.
  • Page 15 ROUGH-IN DIMENSIONS 27” (68.58) 6 3/4” 8 1/2” (17.15) (21.59) 2 1/2 (6.35) 33 1/2” (85.09) BACK 23” (58.42) 27” (68.58) inches (cm)

  • Page 16: Location Of Your Washer

    LOCATION OF YOUR WASHER Remove and save the styrofoam base and shipping plug. DO NOT INSTALL YOUR WASHER: 1. In an area exposed to dripping water or outside weather conditions. The ambient temperature should Shipping never be below 60 ° F (15.6 ° C) for proper washer Base Plug (detergent breakdown) operation.

  • Page 17: Drain Hose Installation

    Drain Hose Installation 3. Using pliers, squeeze the ears of the spring clamp and position the clamp so the clamp ears align with and contact the tabs on the drain hose. This assures The drain hose is field installed to allow hose orientation proper location of the clamp to prevent leaks.

  • Page 18: Installation

    INSTALLATION NOTE: Use only new hoses. Leveling the Washer 5. Place the hook end of the drain hose in the drain opening. Secure the drain hose with the cable tie Excessive noise and vibration can be prevented by (provided in the enclosure package) to the standpipe, properly leveling the washer.

  • Page 19: Replacement Parts

    REPLACEMENT PARTS If replacements parts are needed for your washer, contact the source where you purchased your washer, call 1- 800-944-9044, or visit our website, www.frigidaire.com, for the Frigidaire Company Authorized Parts Distributor nearest you. Destroy the carton and plastic bags after the washer is unpacked.

  • Page 20: Section B - Washer & Dryer Pedestal Installation Instructions

    SECTION B - Washer & Dryer 15” WASHER INSTALLATION Drawer Pedestal Installation 1. Remove the washer installation hardware from the Instructions plastic bag as shown in Picture 1. 2. Attach the rear brackets to the pedestal with four IMPORTANT: Read and save these #10 screws (2 per bracket) as shown in Picture 2.
  • Page 21 Picture 6 Picture 4 5. Set the washer down onto the pedestal making sure the washer base is behind the front brackets of the NOTE: If washer was previously installed, disconnect pedestal. See Picture 7. the power cord, remove the inlet hoses from the water faucets and tape the drain hose to the top of the washer to eliminate excess water on the floor.

  • Page 22: Dryer Installation

    7. With the pedestal drawer open bor better access, 1. Remove the dryer installation hardware from the install the two #10 screws through the front brackets plastic bag as shown in Picture 1. in the pedestal into the washer base as shown in Picture 9.
  • Page 23 4. Using two or more people, carefully lift the dryer onto 6. With the pedestal drawer open for better access, install the pedestal, tilting the dryer back slightly to engage two #10 screws through the front brackets in the the slots in the rear of the dryer with the tabs of the pedestal into the service panel bracket of the dryer rear brackets on the pedestal.
  • Page 24 WARRANTY Sample warranty - always check Full One Year Warranty on Mechanical Parts warranty with product For one year from date of purchase, when this pedestal is installed with the listed washer or dryer (see owners manual for specific model) and operated according to the information in the Use and Care Guide, Operating Instructions and Installation Instructions, the supplier will replace any of its mechanical parts if they are defective in workmanship or material.

  • Page 25: Section C - Operating Instructions (6000)

    SECTION C - WASHER OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 6000 SERIES Normal Delay Start Hot/Cold Maximum Quick Warm/Cold Stain Clean Fast Auto Temp Heavy Warm/Warm Extra Rinse Medium Door Lock Heavy Duty Wash Normal Cold/Cold Extended Spin slow Rinse Perm Press Light Cold/Cold...

  • Page 26: Cycle Selection

    8. Start the washer. Quick • Close the door and press Start/Pause. The washer The Quick Cycle provides 10 minutes of reversing tumble will not operate with the door open. The status wash action for lightly soiled items that must be laundered lights will blink, the signal will beep and “dr”...

  • Page 27: Auto Temp

    and reduces wrinkling. Water Level • Hot/Cold Heavily soiled white/colorfast cotton and There is no need to select a water level. The washer perm press loads. automatically adjusts the water level to the type and size of wash load. • Warm/Cold Normally soiled white/colorfast cotton Cycle Options and perm press loads.

  • Page 28: Control Lock

    Control Lock To avoid having someone accidentally start or stop the washer, press Options and Select at the same time and hold for 10 seconds until “LOC” is displayed alternately with the estimated cycle time. To unlock the controls, press Options and Select at the same time and hold 10 seconds until ”LOC”...

  • Page 30: Section D - Operating Instructions (7000)

    SECTION D - WASHER OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 7000 SERIES Deep Clean Delay Sanitary Start Hot/Cold Maximum Warm/Cold Stain Clean Heavy Duty Fast Auto Temp Heavy Warm/Warm Extra Rinse Medium Door Lock Normal Wash Normal Cold/Cold Extended Spin slow Rinse Perm Press Light Cold/Cold Signal Volume...

  • Page 31: Cycle Selection

    8. Start the washer. As a precaution, the washer door is locked once the water temperature reaches 130° F. If the cycle is • Close the door and press Start/Pause. The washer cancelled during the wash phase and if the water will not operate with the door open.

  • Page 32: Cycle Settings

    Cycle Settings Spin Speed Maximum, Fast, Medium and Slow speeds are available Appropriate wash and rinse water temperatures, final spin for each cycle. The final spin speed and duration vary speed and soil level settings for each cycle will from cycle to cycle. automatically be displayed when a cycle is selected.

  • Page 33: Extended Spin

    Extended Spin Start/Pause Use this option to add several additional minutes to the Press Start/Pause to start, pause or restart a cycle. final spin at the selected speed. This will improve water “PAU” will be displayed alternately with the estimated extraction and decrease drying time.

  • Page 35: Section E - Owner's Guide

    SECTION E - OWNER GUIDE This Use and Care Guide provides general operating instructions for your washer. It also contains information about features for several other models. Your washer may not have every feature included here. Use the washer only as instructed in this Use and Care Guide and the Operating Instructions included with your washer.

  • Page 36: Prevent Fire

    Prevent Fire Beforethe washer is removedfrom service ordiscarded,removethewasherdoortopreventaccidental Do not wash items that have been entrapment. previouslycleaned in, soaked in, or spotted with gasoline, cleaning solvents, kerosene, cooking oils, waxes, etc. Do not store these items on or near the washer. These Failure to comply with these warnings could result in substances give off vapors or chemical reactions that serious personal injuries.

  • Page 37: Washing Procedures

    To reduce the risk of electric shock, disconnect this appliance from the power supply before attempting any user maintenance. Turning the controls to the OFF position does not disconnect this appliance from the power supply. To prevent injury, do not reach into the washer while parts are moving.

  • Page 38: Prepare Items For Washing

    pads, hosiery, and belts in a mesh bag to Sort items by recommended water temperatures prevent tangling during the wash cycle. and wash time. • Separate white, light, and colorfast items from dark and noncolorfast items. • Separate items which shed lint from items which attract lint.

  • Page 39: Add Detergent, Bleach And Fabric Softener To Automatic Dispenser

    should not be tightly packed. The door should beginning of the cycle. Either powdered or liquid close easily. detergent can be used. 5. Add detergent, bleach and fabric Note: Liquid detergent will drain into the washer drum as it is added. softener to automatic dispenser following these steps: •...

  • Page 40: Start The Washer

    8. General Precautions. directly onto the load or into the drum. Fabric damage can occur. • Do not slam the washer door closed or try to force the door open when DOOR LOCK light • Add powder or liquid color-safe bleach to the is on.

  • Page 41: Stain Removal

    • Never use highly flammable solvents, such as As an ENERGY STAR gasoline, inside the home. Vapors can explode on Partner, ® Electrolux contact with flames or sparks. Home Products has determined that this For successful stain removal: product meets the ENERGY STAR ®...

  • Page 42: Stain Removal

    For successful stain removal: • Remove stains promptly. • Determine the kind of stain, then follow the recommended treatment in the stain removal chart below. • To pretreat stains, use a prewash product, liquid detergent, or a paste made from granular detergent and water. •...

  • Page 43: Common Washing Problems

    COMMON WASHING PROBLEMS Many washing problems involve poor soil and stain removal, residues of lint and scum, and fabric damage. For satisfactory washing results, follow these suggestions provided by The Soap and Detergent Association. PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTIONS PREVENTIVE MEASURES Blue stains •...

  • Page 44: Care And Cleaning

    • Reach back into the left rear corner of the drawer cavity Care and Cleaning and press down firmly on the lock tab (left rear portion Outside of the drawer). Pull out the drawer. • When washing is completed, wipe top and sides of washer with a damp cloth.

  • Page 45: Winterizing Instructions

    • To clean the drawer opening, use a small brush to 3. Plug electrical cord into a properly grounded electrical clean the recess. Remove all residue from the upper outlet. and lower parts of the recess. 4. Add 1 gallon (3.8 L) nontoxic recreational vehicle (RV) antifreeze to empty wash drum.

  • Page 46: Avoid Service Checklist

    Avoid Service Checklist Before calling for service, review this list. It may save both time and expense. The list includes common concerns that are not the result of defective workmanship or materials in this washer. POSSIBLE CAUSE / SOLUTION OCCURRENCE NOISE High pitch "jet engine"...
  • Page 47 POSSIBLE CAUSE / SOLUTION OCCURRENCE • Heavily soiled items. Wipe drum with a nonabrasive Residue left in drum. household cleanser, then rinse. Shake or brush excess dirt and sand from items before washing. WATER Water collects in bleach and • This is a result of the siphoning action and is part of the fabric softener compartments.
  • Page 48 POSSIBLE CAUSE / SOLUTION OCCURRENCE • Hot and cold water hoses are connected to wrong supply Incorrect wash and rinse faucets. Connect hot water hose to hot water faucet and temperatures. cold water hose to cold water faucet. Water is entering washer but •...

  • Page 49: Warranty

    Sample warranty information always refer to warranty with product Your appliance is covered by a one year limited warranty. For one year from your original date of purchase, Electrolux will pay all costs for repairing or replacing any parts of this appliance that prove to be defective in materials or workmanship when such appliance is installed, used and maintained in accordance with the provided instructions.

  • Page 50: Section F - Operation

    SECTION F - OPERATION a pushbutton switch that is closed when the door is open, Control The control is mounted to the back of the console. The control: 1. Provides power to the dispenser solenoids, wax motor, door lock solenoid, drain pump and speed control board.

  • Page 51: Pressure Switch

    Pressure Switch (Select models) The door lock assembly is made up of a coil, door switch, switch actuator, locking fork, wax motor, auxiliary switch and spin lock arm. The pressure switch is mounted to the right side panel under the top of the washer and controls the water level Locking Switch Spin...

  • Page 52: Electronic Water Level Sensor

    Electronic Water Level Sensor: The hot solenoid is connected to the incoming hot water. The wash and bleach solenoids share a common input cavity that is connected to the cold water supply. The electronic water level sensor is mounted to the right side panel under the top of the washer and controls the water level in the washer.

  • Page 53: Water Temperature

    armature operates within a closed metal tube (valve guide) which is sealed by the outer edge of the diaphragm to the valve body. A coil spring holds the armature down against the diaphragm main orifice when the solenoid is not energized. The following line drawings and text explains basic valve operation.

  • Page 54: Auto Temp System

    are activated. When the AUTO TEMP switch is set to a heater control board, COLD/COLD, the wash solenoid is activated and the hot solenoid cycles to warm the water to 65°. For the last rinse fill, the wash and bleach solenoids are activated. When the TEMP switch is set to Cold/Cold, in the wash cycle the wash solenoid is activated and the bleach solenoid is activated, for all except the last fill, in rinse.

  • Page 55: Automatic Dispenser

    Automatic Dispenser: The 2 outlets of the water inlet valve assembly are inserted into the rear of the automatic dispenser. During the fill cycles, water is directed into the top of the cavity through The automatic dispenser for detergent, liquid bleach and 2 inlets.
  • Page 56 This path allows the water to bypass the dispenser drawer As the water pass over the detergent section, holes in and enter the tub by the advanced rinsing technology the cavity allows some of the water to enter and flush hose connected between the cavity and the bellows.
  • Page 57 Water in this channel and the mixture from the detergent To allow the cavities to empty the cover of the detergent drawer flow into the tub through the large hose at the drawer cover has tubes molded into it that fit over the rear of the dispenser.
  • Page 58 to pass over the bleach cavity section of the cavity. water from the right inlet. This collision changes the water path directing it to the front of the cavity and into the fabric softener channel. The fabric softener channel forms a loop that allows the water to pass over the fabric softener cavity section of the drawer.

  • Page 59: Drain Pump

    the excess water to backup into the channel across the 1. The speed of the drive motor by converting input line rear of the dispenser and flow into the tub. to neutral single phase 60 Hertz voltage, to a varying frequency, three phase output voltage from zero to Drain Pump: 300 VAC.

  • Page 60: Section G - Construction

    SECTION G - CONSTRUCTION Outer Tub Assembly The outer tub assembly is supported by two suspension The front loading, tumble action clothes washer consists springs and stabilized by two air shock assemblies. A of a perforated, cylindrical spin basket suspended cement counter weight mounted to the front of the outer horizontally on its axis within a larger solid cylindrical tub.

  • Page 61: Section H - Troubleshooting

    SECTION H - TROUBLESHOOTING • Turn the program knob clockwise 7 clicks from the Start Position. The control will signal the last error The electronic control has self diagnostics error codes code. built in that cover most products failures. • Press and hold the Options and Start/Pause READING ERROR CODES: buttons for 3 seconds.

  • Page 62: Diagnostic Test

    Diagnostic Test 8. Turn the program knob (7) clicks from the start position. The control will signal the last error code. The diagnostic test is used to check individual compo- Exiting Diagnostic Mode nent function only. There are two options for exiting the Diagnostic Test mode TO START THE TEST: and returning the washer to normal operation: •...

  • Page 63: Failure Code Chart

    Failure code chart Failure code Fault condition Check Fill time to long. Refer to test (1). Water leak in tub or air leak in air bell. Refer to test (2). Water not pumping out fast enough. Refer to test (3). Drain pump relay on control board failed.
  • Page 64 Failure code Fault condition Check Console control problem Replace the control board. Console control problem Replace the control board. Incoming power frequency out of limits. Refer to test (15) Incoming line voltage above 130 VAC. Check voltage at the outlet. If below 130 VAC replace the control board.

  • Page 65: Jacks And Plugs

    Jacks and plugs Speed control board Control panel J3 J4 J8 J11 J10 Control board circuits: Power to the speed control board. J2 & J3 Door switch assembly circuits. Speed control board circuits: J4, J9 & J12 Water inlet and drain pump circuits. Line to neutral voltage from control board.
  • Page 66 Heater control board...

  • Page 67: Test

    Test Test Check Correction Test 1: 1. Is the incoming water flow normal? Yes. Go to step (4). Go to step (2) 2. Are the incoming water faucets turned on? Turn water faucets on. Yes. Go to step (3). 3. Is the incoming water pressure above (30) psi? Have customer correct pressure problem.
  • Page 68 Test Test Check Correction Test 6: 1. Is the loading door closed? No. Close the door. Yes. Go the step (2). 2. Disconnect the plug from J2 on the control Open. Check the door strike. If good, replace board and check for continuity between the the door switch assembly.

  • Page 69: Section I - Teardown

    SECTION I - TEARDOWN Detergent drawer disassembly: 1. Remove the drawer from the washer. This section will describe how to remove components from the washer. Unless stated, the procedure will be 2. The detergent, liquid bleach and fabric softener insert the same on all models.

  • Page 70: Removing Door Strike

    To remove door strike: 2. Lift up and out on the door to disengage the hook on the hinge from the slot in the front panel. 1. Open the loading door and remove the (2) screws holding the strike to the inner door liner. Disassembling the door: 1.

  • Page 71: Removing The Top Panel

    To remove light switch: (Select models) 3. With the inner liner removed, the door hinge lifts out. 1. Disconnect the washer from electrical supply, remove the top panel and open the loading door. 2. Disconnect the two wires from the light switch. 4.

  • Page 72: Releasing The Bellows From The Front Panel

    Releasing the bellows (door boot) from the 3. Pull the bellows off of the lip of the front panel. front panel: The front of the bellows is installed over the lip of the door opening in the front panel and held in place by a spring loaded wire loop.

  • Page 73: Releasing The Console

    4. Pull the switch assembly into the door opening and 3. Remove the (3) screws behind the detergent drawer unplug the electrical connectors. panel. 4. Lift the (3) tabs to release the top of console from the Releasing the console: mounting plate.

  • Page 74: Removing The Electronic Control

    Removing the interface board: 6. Unplug the wiring harness from the control panel and lift the panel off. 1. Disconnect the washer from the electrical supply and remove the electronic control. 2. With the electronic control removed the interface board will lift out. Removing the electronic control: 1.

  • Page 75: Removing The Front Panel

    Removing the front panel: Removing the drain pump assembly: 1. Disconnect the washer from the electrical supply 1. Disconnect the washer from the electrical supply and release the console. and remove the front panel. 2. Release the bellows from the front panel and remove Note: Some water will be left in the hoses and the (2) screws holding the door safety switch pump.

  • Page 76: Disassembling The Drain Pump

    4. Remove the (2) screws, one on each side, holding 2. Remove the shield by releasing the tab and pulling the pump housing to the washer base. back on the shield. 4. Unplug the wires from the pump motor and lift the pump assembly out.

  • Page 77: Removing The Pressure Switch

    4. Remove (4) screws to release the housing from the 4. Disconnect the hose from the sensor. pump. Removing the heater control board: (Select models) 1. Disconnect the washer from the electrical supply and remove the top panel. 2. Unplug the wire harness from the heater control board.

  • Page 78: Removing The Heater Control Board

    Removing the light transformer: (Select Note: When reinstalling, make sure the socket is completely seated into the bellows. models) Removing the transformer and heater 1. Disconnect the washer from the electrical supply control board mounting bracket: and remove the top panel. 2.

  • Page 79: Removing The Transformer And Heater Control Board Mounting Bracket

    2. Release the wiring harness from the back of the brace and remove the transformer and heater control board mounting bracket. Remove the (6) screws, one at the top and two in the front on each side, holding the brace to the side panels. 3.

  • Page 80: Reinstalling Or Replacing The Boot

    is placed over the lip of the outer tub and held in place by a spring loop. Reinstalling or replacing the bellows: 1. Using liquid dishwasher soap to lubricate the groove on the bellows will make it easier to the slip the groove on the bellows onto the lip of the tub.
  • Page 81 and a slot in the groove and an arrow at the top of 4. Work your way about one third way around the tub, the bellows. then pull in on the inside flap of the bellows to seat the bellows into the lip of the tub. 3.

  • Page 82: Removing The Weight Ring

    7. Place the spring in the groove at the top of the bellows 2. Using a 7/16” socket, remove the (5) bolts holding and wedge a round object, about 3/4 “ in diameter, the weight ring to the outer tub and slide the weight between the weight ring and the bellows to hold the ring off the outer tub front.

  • Page 83: Removing The Overflow/Vent Tube Grommet

    Removing the overflow/vent tube: 2. Using a small common screw driver, release the (8) locking tabs around the water inlet tubes while pushing on the grommet rim from inside the washer. 1. Disconnect the washer from the electrical supply remove the top panel and theoverflow/vent grommet. Removing the overflow/vent tube grommet: 1.

  • Page 84: Removing The Water Inlet Valve Assembly

    4. Drop the rear of the tube down, slide the tube back Note: The water valve harness has locking plugs. and lift the tube out. Removing the water inlet valve assembly: Note: The water valves and water valve harness connectors are color coded;...

  • Page 85: Removing The Water Inlet Screens

    5. Pull back on the valve assembly to disengage it from Removing the top rear brace: the detergent dispenser housing and lift out. 1. Disconnect the washer from the electrical supply and remove the top panel. 2. Remove the (3) screws from the top of the brace. 3.

  • Page 86: Removing The Top Center Brace

    To do this a strong rod at least 8” long with a hook 4. Raise the brace to disengage the tabs on the brace on one end and a handle on the other is needed, such from the side panels and slide the brace backward as the one shown here made from a paint roller.
  • Page 87 5. Remove the (2) screws holding the housing to the 8. Slide the housing back until the tabs of the center center brace. cross bar release and the housing drops down. 9. Disconnect the advanced rinsing technology hose. 6. Remove the (2) screws holding the housing to the console panel.

  • Page 88: Removing The Detergent Dispenser Outlet Hose

    Removing the detergent dispenser outlet 2. Loosen the clamp at the tub. hose: 1. Disconnect the washer from the electrical supply and remove the top panel. 2. Release the overflow/vent tube and slide it back. 3. Loosen the (2) clamps, one on each end, and slide the hose off.

  • Page 89: Removing The External Drain Hose

    Removing the external drain hose: 2. Release the clamp and slide the hose off of the drain pump. 1. Release the clamp and pull the hose off the coupler. Removing the drain hose coupler: 3. Release the clamp and slide the hose off the drain hose coupler.

  • Page 90: Drive Belt

    2. Remove the (6) screws holding the rear access 2. Remove the belt by turning tub drive pulley and rolling panel to the washer’s rear panel and lift the access belt off pulley. The belt is elastic and is designed to panel off.

  • Page 91: Removing The Drive Motor

    Removing the drive motor: 4. Slide motor forward while supporting to remove. 1. Disconnect the washer from the electrical supply and remove the rear access panel and the belt. 2. Disconnect the electrical plug and the ground wire from the motor. 5.
  • Page 92 3. Disconnect the wire harness and remove the screw 5. Release the latch on each end of the speed control securing the tab on the side of the control board to housing and raise the top flap. the base. Lift the side of the housing up, slide the assembly to the rear to disengage the front tab and lift the assembly away from the washer base.

  • Page 93: Removing The Right Hand Air Shock Absorber

    Removing the right hand air shock Removing the left hand air shock absorber: absorber: 1. Disconnect the washer from electrical supply. 1. Disconnect the washer from electrical supply. 2. Remove the front panel and the rear access panel. 2. Remove the front panel and rear access panel. 3.

  • Page 94: Removing The Drum Element

    Removing the heating element: 3. Loosen the compression nut and pull the drum water NTC out of the heater assembly. Note: The heating element is held and sealed to the tub by compressing the rubber gasket between the two metal mounting plates of the element.

  • Page 95: Removing The Air Bell

    3. Release the rivet holding the air bell to the outer tub. 9. Remove the top pins from shock absorbers and push the shock absorbers against the cabinet. NOTE: Seal air connecting tube to air bell and air bell to sump hose using waterproof glue. DO NOT plug air connecting tube opening.
  • Page 96 11. Lift the cabinet off the tub. 13. Lift off the front half of the tub. CAUTION: Use caution in handling the spin 12. Turn the tub over and remove the (23) screws holding basket. The outer surface is very the two halves of the tub together.

  • Page 97: Spin Basket Vanes

    15. The seal between the (2) tub halves is placed in the Spin basket vanes: groove of the rear half and can be lifted out. There are three plastic vanes mounted to the spin basket to aid in the washing action during the wash cycle. The vanes are held to the spin basket by (6) tabs that are slipped into slots in the spin basket and locked in 16.
  • Page 98 2. Insert a small shaft common screwdriver into the hole in top of the vane behind the divided space and push the (4) locking tabs open. SCREW SLOT 3. Slide the vane towards the door opening to release the (6) tabs and push on the side of the vane to remove.
  • Page 99 NOTES...

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