Whirlpool GHW9100L, GHW9200L manual Removing the Shock Absorbers, Accessing Motor Control Unit

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To clean out the large item filter, turn the large knob counterclockwise and pull it out. (Fig. 4-24)

NOTE: It is recommended that a small pan be placed under the pump prior to removing the large item filter. There will be water in the pump hous- ing.

Fig. 4-24

REMOVING THE SHOCK ABSORBERS

The tub is held in position by four shock absorb- ers, two in front (Fig. 4-25)and two at the back. Each shock absorber can be disconnected from the tub by turning the top of the shock mount counter clockwise, 90°. The shock can be re- moved from the washer by turning the bottom shock mount counterclockwise, 90°.

Front

Shock

Absorbers

Rear Shock

Absorbers

Fig. 4-25

ACCESSING THE

MOTOR CONTROL UNIT

Access to the Motor Control Unit may require removing the left front shock absorber. Separate the taped flap of the top of the MCU to the cabinet.

Using a flat bladed screwdriver, lift up on the plastic tab under the front right corner of the motor controller box. (Fig. 4-26 - INSET)

INSET

Fig. 4-26

Place Blade

of

Screwdriver

Here

Slide the box forward to release the two tabs at the back of the box from the bottom panel of the washer. (Fig. 4-27)

Fig. 4-27

Open the door on the control box to access to the test points of the Motor Control Unit. (Fig. 4- 28)

Fig. 4-28

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