Whirlpool MFW 9700S, MFW 9600S manual Removing the TUB and Basket Assembly

REMOVING THE TUB AND BASKET ASSEMBLY

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.

Excessive Weight Hazard

Use two or more people to move install washer.

Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.

1.Unplug washer or disconnect power.

2.Turn off the water supply to the washer.

3.Remove the detergent dispenser assem- bly (see page 4-8 for the procedure).

4.Remove the heating element & tempera- ture sensor (see page 4-16 for the proce- dures).

5.Remove the drain pump assembly (see page 4-18 for the procedure).

6.Remove the airtrap from the washer (see page 4-19 for the procedure).

7.Remove the drive motor and belt (see page 4-22 for the procedure).

8.Remove the T-20 hex-head torx screws from the top (and bottom, if not already done in step 7) braces and remove both braces from the rear of the washer.

Top Brace

9.Loosen the clamp and pull the end of the air inlet hose from the tub.

Air Inlet Hose

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