
Profile
Washer
Spinner
Support
Washer
Locking Nut
Figure
5.Remove the spin basket by lifting it off the threaded bolts of the spinner support.
6.When replacing the spin basket onto the spinner support, replace the washers un- der the three locking type nuts. Secure the ½" nuts firmly (18 in. lbs. torque).
DRIVE PULLEY
The drive pulley can be accessed via the rear access panel of the washer. The pulley is se- cured to the shaft of the spider assembly by a bolt. The direction of pulley rotation controls the spin action of the spin basket.
1.Disconnect power to the unit.
2.Remove the rear access panel from the washer to access the pulley area.
3.Remove the bolt and the spider shaft will be exposed. Carefully slide the pulley off the spider shaft, using a
(Figure7-6).
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REPLACEMENT
1.Slide pulley on shaft.
2.Insert new tabbed washer and secure the bolt with a 9/16" socketed ratchet wrench (30in.lbs.torque).
NOTE: If the washer is cupped, flip the washer on the pulley so the cupped portion extends away from the shaft. Failure to do so can result in a binding of the spinner sup- port shaft and seals.
SECTION 7. OUTER TUB & SPINNER ASSEMBLY | |
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