KitchenAid KPWB100OB Component Access, Dial Thermostat Replacement, Rubber Feet Replacement

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6.Using thumbs, push down on control PCB board (located in cradle arm) until clamps release. (See Figure 1).

Component Access

Figure 1

7.Reach inside the waffle baker cradle and squeeze the timer adjustment knob’s three slips and pull out knob from bezel.

8.Push timer adjustment knob through bezel hole until it locks into place. Be sure the timer adjustment knob location is rotated correctly with the control board. If the alignment is not correct the Max and Min time will be incorrect.

DIAL THERMOSTAT REPLACEMENT

A properly working dial thermometer will indicate:

Cool Temperature – ambient temperature

Preheat Temperature – ambient temperature to 350º F

Ready – 350º F

If the dial thermometer is warped or the needle does not move to indicate waffle plate temperature changes, replace the dial thermometer.

1.Unplug the waffle baker.

2.Remove black screw cover located left of the unit’s top hinge. (See Figure 2)

Figure 2

3.Remove two (2) Phillips screws and lift metal cover.

4.Replace the dial thermometer and reassemble. (See Figure 3)

Figure 3

RUBBER FEET REPLACEMENT

Check the four (4) rubber feet on the bottom of the waffle baker when servicing.

1.Remove the screw from each foot.

2.Remove each rubber foot and replace.

WARNING

Electrical Shock Hazard

Disconnect power before servicing.

Replace all parts and panels before operating.

Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock.

Access the waffle baker’s power supply cord, power supply PCB board, control PCB board and button covers from the bottom of the unit.

1.Unplug the waffle baker.

2.Place the waffle baker upside down on a cushioned surface.

3.Remove four (4) recessed Phillips screws from feet and two

(2) recessed Phillips screws from base cover.

4.Lift off base.

POWER CORD REPLACEMENT

Do not run the waffle baker if the power cord is damaged. Replace with a new cord assembly immediately.

1.Unplug the waffle baker.

2.Remove base, see Component Access.

3.Remove two (2) Phillips screws from power cord wire clamp.

4.Remove the power cord ground wire terminal (green) and the MOV board ground wire terminal from the ground lug.

5.Remove two (2) power cord MOV blue-capped AC leads [one

(1) black and one (1) white] from printed circuit board (PCB) located on base. (See Figure 4)

Figure 4

6.Remove MOV power board and cord assembly.

7.Hot glue new MOV board to base. Reassemble leads. Be sure that the green lead terminals are connected securely to ground lug. Be sure AC leads are connected securely to PCB. The black lead goes to the ACL terminal and the white lead goes to the ACN terminal.

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Contents PRO Line Waffle Baker Table of Contents KPWB100 Pro Line Waffle Baker FeaturesTool Recommendations Important SafeguardsElectrical Requirements Service PreparationService Procedures Dial Thermostat Replacement Component AccessRubber Feet Replacement Power Cord ReplacementControl PCB Board Replacement Power Supply PCB ReplacementProblem Guide Page Illus. Part No. No. Description Control Panel PartsDescription Cradle PartsPage 8204566204590

KPWB100OB specifications

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