Two switches in the door lock mechanism in- form the machine microprocessor control when the door is latched shut and when the door is securely locked. For more informa- tion, refer to section on
Troubleshooting.
An emergency access cord (filament) is at- tached to the sliding gear, should the wax motor fail in the extended position and entry into the washer is necessary. To gain access to the cable, removal of the dispenser bezel is necessary. Once removed, the cable is ex- posed. By carefully applying both a steady pull of the access cord and opening force to the door, the wax motor is overridden and the sliding gear is pulled from right to left away from engagement with the rotating gear. Thus, allowing the rotating gear to release the wire loop of the door.
NOTE: When the cord is released, the lock
will return to a locked position (Figure 5-8).
REMOVAL
1. Remove the front panel and raise the top cover to expose the door lock mechanism
(See Front Panel & Top Cover).
2.Remove the wires from the lock switches, wax motor and light fixture.
3.Remove light.
4.Remove two 5/16"
Emergency Access Cord
Mounting Screws
Figure
FRONT SHROUD ASSEMBLY
The shroud assembly ties the sides of the cabinet together across the front for stabil- ity and provides support for mounting of the door assembly, front panel and door lock mechanism. To gain access to components behind the front shroud, the assembly can be removed as a whole assembly and lifted onto the top of the washer. This will allow access to the tub cover, spin basket, sump area and etc..
REMOVAL
1.Remove the front panel and raise the top cover to expose the front shroud assem- bly (See Front Panel & Top Cover).
2.With the door open, unsnap the boot gas- ket from around the inside perimeter of the door opening by pulling out on the sealing lip of the gasket (Figure
SECTION 5. CABINET ASSEMBLY | |
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