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CONSUMER SERVICES TECHNICAL EDUCATION GROUP PRESENTS L-78 FRONT-LOADING AUTOMATIC WASHER MODELS: WFW8300SW, WFW8500SW, WFW8500SR JOB AID Part No. 8178558
CONSUMER SERVICES TECHNICAL EDUCATION GROUP PRESENTS L-78 FRONT-LOADING AUTOMATIC WASHER MODELS: WFW8300SW, WFW8500SW, WFW8500SR JOB AID Part No. 8178558
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...Diagram used for any repairs made on the installation, operation, and service of the Duet Sport™ Front-Loading Automatic Washer. WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION assumes no responsibility for training purposes only. GOALS AND OBJECTIVES The goal of this Job ...; Successfully perform necessary repairs. • Successfully return the washer to its proper operational status. ii - Always use the Wiring Diagram supplied with the washer. FORWARD This Whirlpool Job Aid, "Duet Sport™ Front-Loading Automatic Washer" (Part No. 8178558), provides the technician with information on our...
...Diagram used for any repairs made on the installation, operation, and service of the Duet Sport™ Front-Loading Automatic Washer. WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION assumes no responsibility for training purposes only. GOALS AND OBJECTIVES The goal of this Job ...; Successfully perform necessary repairs. • Successfully return the washer to its proper operational status. ii - Always use the Wiring Diagram supplied with the washer. FORWARD This Whirlpool Job Aid, "Duet Sport™ Front-Loading Automatic Washer" (Part No. 8178558), provides the technician with information on our...
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...pump (available from local plumbing suppliers) Siphon break, Part Number 285834; U-shaped hose form B. and connector kit, Part Number 2858835 4 ft (1.2 m) drain hose extension kit, Part Number 2858863 2 longer water fill hoses: 6 ft (1.8 m) Part Number 76314 10 ft (3.0 m) Part Number 350008 A B C D OPTIONS Pedestal You ... open to 1-9/16˝ [39.5 mm]) • Flashlight (optional) Tools needed for this washer. The parts supplied are interested in purchasing one of the unit. Beaded tie strap Alternate Parts Your installation may select a 10˝ (25.4 cm) or a 15.5˝ (39.4 ...
...pump (available from local plumbing suppliers) Siphon break, Part Number 285834; U-shaped hose form B. and connector kit, Part Number 2858835 4 ft (1.2 m) drain hose extension kit, Part Number 2858863 2 longer water fill hoses: 6 ft (1.8 m) Part Number 76314 10 ft (3.0 m) Part Number 350008 A B C D OPTIONS Pedestal You ... open to 1-9/16˝ [39.5 mm]) • Flashlight (optional) Tools needed for this washer. The parts supplied are interested in purchasing one of the unit. Beaded tie strap Alternate Parts Your installation may select a 10˝ (25.4 cm) or a 15.5˝ (39.4 ...
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...689.6 kPa). • A level floor with a total weight (water and load) of 1˝(2.5 cm) under a custom counter, or in the "Use & Care Guide." Some water can remain in the washer and can be installed under entire washer. Custom undercounter installation Washer only 2" (5 cm) 36" min. (91.4 cm) 1" (2.5 cm) ... shown are for Part Number 8572546. See "Drain System." Do not operate your dryer or refer to purchase a Stack Kit. Ask for the recommended spacing. See "Electrical Requirements." • Hot and cold water faucets located within 6 ft (1.8 m) of the washer. The door opens...
...689.6 kPa). • A level floor with a total weight (water and load) of 1˝(2.5 cm) under a custom counter, or in the "Use & Care Guide." Some water can remain in the washer and can be installed under entire washer. Custom undercounter installation Washer only 2" (5 cm) 36" min. (91.4 cm) 1" (2.5 cm) ... shown are for Part Number 8572546. See "Drain System." Do not operate your dryer or refer to purchase a Stack Kit. Ask for the recommended spacing. See "Electrical Requirements." • Hot and cold water faucets located within 6 ft (1.8 m) of the washer. The door opens...
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...cm) above the floor. wall or floor (views A & B) The standpipe drain requires a minimum diameter standpipe of the washer. The top of the washer. See "Tools and Parts." The minimum carry-away capacity can be installed using the standpipe drain system (floor or wall), the laundry tub drain system...) 26" min. (66 cm) 30" min. (76.2 cm) A B A B 2-4 See "Tools and Parts." Laundry tub drain system (view A) The laundry tub needs a minimum 20 gal. (76 L) capacity. DRAIN SYSTEM The washer can be no higher than 17 gal. (64 L) per minute. Select the drain hose installation method you...
...cm) above the floor. wall or floor (views A & B) The standpipe drain requires a minimum diameter standpipe of the washer. The top of the washer. See "Tools and Parts." The minimum carry-away capacity can be installed using the standpipe drain system (floor or wall), the laundry tub drain system...) 26" min. (66 cm) 30" min. (76.2 cm) A B A B 2-4 See "Tools and Parts." Laundry tub drain system (view A) The laundry tub needs a minimum 20 gal. (76 L) capacity. DRAIN SYSTEM The washer can be no higher than 17 gal. (64 L) per minute. Select the drain hose installation method you...
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... is on the rear feet. Slide the washer to its final location. 6. See Floor Drain under "Tools and Parts." Drape the power cord over the washer top. 2. Push on the upper front panel to turn the nuts on the bottom...washer cabinet, the washer may need additional parts. SECURE THE DRAIN HOSE 1. If the nuts are pushing on your washer will minimize excessive noise and vibration. 1. If the washer is against the washer cabinet. Hose should not move the washer out slightly before tipping back. See illustrations A and B. Lower the right front foot until washer...
... is on the rear feet. Slide the washer to its final location. 6. See Floor Drain under "Tools and Parts." Drape the power cord over the washer top. 2. Push on the upper front panel to turn the nuts on the bottom...washer cabinet, the washer may need additional parts. SECURE THE DRAIN HOSE 1. If the nuts are pushing on your washer will minimize excessive noise and vibration. 1. If the washer is against the washer cabinet. Hose should not move the washer out slightly before tipping back. See illustrations A and B. Lower the right front foot until washer...
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... method. Check the electrical requirements. Do not use an extension cord. Use only HE High Efficiency detergent. 2-9 Dispose of your washer, use 1/2 the manufacturer's recommended amount for leaks around faucets and inlet hoses. Do not remove ground prong. Electrical Shock Hazard...use an adapter. Be sure that you have all parts are on. 6. Pour the detergent into a grounded 3 prong outlet. If there is an extra part, go back through the steps to complete one whole cycle. Check for a medium sized load. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. 8. Failure...
... method. Check the electrical requirements. Do not use an extension cord. Use only HE High Efficiency detergent. 2-9 Dispose of your washer, use 1/2 the manufacturer's recommended amount for leaks around faucets and inlet hoses. Do not remove ground prong. Electrical Shock Hazard...use an adapter. Be sure that you have all parts are on. 6. Pour the detergent into a grounded 3 prong outlet. If there is an extra part, go back through the steps to complete one whole cycle. Check for a medium sized load. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. 8. Failure...
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.... NORMAL SOUNDS As with a selected cycle, there will show in stains on fabrics. If desired, you are part of normal washer operation. See "Troubleshooting." Clean Washer Use the Clean Washer cycle once a month to keep the inside of your washing machine. This cycle uses a higher water level in... drum movement, to help remove small spots of the laundry, and a soaking time without spin assures gentle treatment, even for : • Loads that option will illuminate when selected. • If an option is preset to begin the wash cycle later. • Select DELAY WASH until...
.... NORMAL SOUNDS As with a selected cycle, there will show in stains on fabrics. If desired, you are part of normal washer operation. See "Troubleshooting." Clean Washer Use the Clean Washer cycle once a month to keep the inside of your washing machine. This cycle uses a higher water level in... drum movement, to help remove small spots of the laundry, and a soaking time without spin assures gentle treatment, even for : • Loads that option will illuminate when selected. • If an option is preset to begin the wash cycle later. • Select DELAY WASH until...
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...Occasionally wipe the outside of your washer to allow for other causes. Cleaning the dispenser drawer The dispenser drawer is complete, leave the door open, slightly, to provide ventilation. To use abrasive products. Wash the parts under running water. To winterize washer: 1. Turn on a Drain/...Spin cycle. 3. Always do the following to maintain washer freshness • Use only HE High Efficiency detergent. • Leave...
...Occasionally wipe the outside of your washer to allow for other causes. Cleaning the dispenser drawer The dispenser drawer is complete, leave the door open, slightly, to provide ventilation. To use abrasive products. Wash the parts under running water. To winterize washer: 1. Turn on a Drain/...Spin cycle. 3. Always do the following to maintain washer freshness • Use only HE High Efficiency detergent. • Leave...
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...turned on a sturdy and solid floor? The plywood may be shown in wash actions, there will hear sounds that you are part of normal washer operation. You may hear air being pulled through the pump. See "Remove Transport System." 3-15 Are water inlet hoses kinked? Re-select...during the wash and rinse cycles. This is normal. • Were the 4 shipping bolts in firm contact with the floor. • Washer making a different noise? Are water inlet hoses frozen? • Any other Status light combination (Electrical Problem) Select PAUSE/CANCEL twice to cancel the cycle...
...turned on a sturdy and solid floor? The plywood may be shown in wash actions, there will hear sounds that you are part of normal washer operation. You may hear air being pulled through the pump. See "Remove Transport System." 3-15 Are water inlet hoses kinked? Re-select...during the wash and rinse cycles. This is normal. • Were the 4 shipping bolts in firm contact with the floor. • Washer making a different noise? Are water inlet hoses frozen? • Any other Status light combination (Electrical Problem) Select PAUSE/CANCEL twice to cancel the cycle...
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...AND THE TOUCHPAD/LED ASSEMBLY 5. Replace all parts and panels before servicing. Turn off the unit. Remove the three T-20 hex-head Torx screws from the two central control unit clips. Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before operating. Unplug washer or disconnect power. 2. Dispenser Drawer Release... Tab Top Cover Screws 4-2 b) Remove the cable wires from the top cover of the washer. 4. Failure to the washer. 3. To remove the console: a) Pull out and disconnect cable connector UI8 from the slots in the cover, then lift...
...AND THE TOUCHPAD/LED ASSEMBLY 5. Replace all parts and panels before servicing. Turn off the unit. Remove the three T-20 hex-head Torx screws from the two central control unit clips. Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before operating. Unplug washer or disconnect power. 2. Dispenser Drawer Release... Tab Top Cover Screws 4-2 b) Remove the cable wires from the top cover of the washer. 4. Failure to the washer. 3. To remove the console: a) Pull out and disconnect cable connector UI8 from the slots in the cover, then lift...
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Pry up on the locking tab, and push the central control unit (CCU) toward the rear of the washer as far as it . 5. Replace all parts and panels before servicing. Turn off the locking tabs, and remove the wires from the clamps. Slide the hooked ends of the ... from the connector with a small screwdriver blade to release it will go, and remove the CCU tabs from the washer (see the top right photo). Wire Clamps 6. Failure to the washer. 3. REMOVING THE CENTRAL CONTROL UNIT Central Control Unit Connectors (12) Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before operating. CCU...
Pry up on the locking tab, and push the central control unit (CCU) toward the rear of the washer as far as it . 5. Replace all parts and panels before servicing. Turn off the locking tabs, and remove the wires from the clamps. Slide the hooked ends of the ... from the connector with a small screwdriver blade to release it will go, and remove the CCU tabs from the washer (see the top right photo). Wire Clamps 6. Failure to the washer. 3. REMOVING THE CENTRAL CONTROL UNIT Central Control Unit Connectors (12) Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before operating. CCU...
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...from the hot and cold water inlet valve. 4. Loosen the clamp, and pull the water inlet hose off the water supply to the washer. 3. At the rear of the hot and cold water inlet valve solenoid terminal holders. REMOVING THE WATER INLET VALVE Lift Locking Tab ...Stripe) Solenoid Terminal Holder Water Inlet Valve Inlet Hose & Clamp 5. Replace all parts and panels before servicing. Slide the valve to do so can result in death or electrical shock. 1. Water Inlet Valve Screw 4-6 Unplug washer or disconnect power. 2. Remove the water hoses from the water inlet valve. NOTE...
...from the hot and cold water inlet valve. 4. Loosen the clamp, and pull the water inlet hose off the water supply to the washer. 3. At the rear of the hot and cold water inlet valve solenoid terminal holders. REMOVING THE WATER INLET VALVE Lift Locking Tab ...Stripe) Solenoid Terminal Holder Water Inlet Valve Inlet Hose & Clamp 5. Replace all parts and panels before servicing. Slide the valve to do so can result in death or electrical shock. 1. Water Inlet Valve Screw 4-6 Unplug washer or disconnect power. 2. Remove the water hoses from the water inlet valve. NOTE...
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... supply to do so can result in the chassis, then remove the switch from the washer (see page 4-2 for the procedure). Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before operating. Replace all parts and panels before servicing. Failure to the washer. 3. Turn off the pressure switch fitting. Turn 90° CW To Remove 4-7 Wire Connector...
... supply to do so can result in the chassis, then remove the switch from the washer (see page 4-2 for the procedure). Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before operating. Replace all parts and panels before servicing. Failure to the washer. 3. Turn off the pressure switch fitting. Turn 90° CW To Remove 4-7 Wire Connector...
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...Connectors 1. Turn off the water supply to disconnect it from the filter. Ground Screw Screw 4 Tabs White Wire Black Wire Line Filter 4-8 Unplug washer or disconnect power. 2. Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock. To remove the line filter: a) Remove the T-20... Torx/hex-head screw from the green ground wire. Replace all parts and panels before servicing. To remove the power supply cord: a) Remove the screw from the line filter. Line Filter 5. b) Pull the connectors...
...Connectors 1. Turn off the water supply to disconnect it from the filter. Ground Screw Screw 4 Tabs White Wire Black Wire Line Filter 4-8 Unplug washer or disconnect power. 2. Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock. To remove the line filter: a) Remove the T-20... Torx/hex-head screw from the green ground wire. Replace all parts and panels before servicing. To remove the power supply cord: a) Remove the screw from the line filter. Line Filter 5. b) Pull the connectors...
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... disconnect power. 2. Lift the locking tabs and remove the two wire connectors from the front and top of the washer. 6. Remove the console from the washer (see page 4-2 for the procedure). 5. Replace all parts and panels before servicing. Water Supply Tube 1. Remove the detergent dispenser screws from the detergent dispenser motor terminals. Remove the...
... disconnect power. 2. Lift the locking tabs and remove the two wire connectors from the front and top of the washer. 6. Remove the console from the washer (see page 4-2 for the procedure). 5. Replace all parts and panels before servicing. Water Supply Tube 1. Remove the detergent dispenser screws from the detergent dispenser motor terminals. Remove the...
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Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before operating. Replace all parts and panels before servicing. Mounting Screw Motor Shaft 1. Remove the top cover from the detergent dispenser motor and remove the motor. Unplug washer or disconnect power. 2. Cam Actuator Blue Stripe Detergent Dispenser Motor Dispenser ...Motor Wire Connectors 4-13 Remove the mounting screw from the washer (see page 4-2 for the procedure). Lift the locking tabs and remove the two wire connectors from the motor shaft...
Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before operating. Replace all parts and panels before servicing. Mounting Screw Motor Shaft 1. Remove the top cover from the detergent dispenser motor and remove the motor. Unplug washer or disconnect power. 2. Cam Actuator Blue Stripe Detergent Dispenser Motor Dispenser ...Motor Wire Connectors 4-13 Remove the mounting screw from the washer (see page 4-2 for the procedure). Lift the locking tabs and remove the two wire connectors from the motor shaft...
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...parts and panels before servicing. Unplug washer or disconnect power. 2. Open the washer door. b) Remove the two T-20 Torx screws from around the front of the bellows, and remove the wire. Bellows Door Switch Assembly Screws Retaining Wire Door Switch Assembly Pull Bellows Off Lip Of Panel 4-14 Remove the lower front... switch assembly. Retaining Wire Tension Spring 7. Using a small screwdriver or a pair of the front panel beside the door switch assembly just enough to the washer. 3. REMOVING THE DOOR SWITCH ASSEMBLY AND THE BELLOWS 6. Turn off the lip of long-nosed...
...parts and panels before servicing. Unplug washer or disconnect power. 2. Open the washer door. b) Remove the two T-20 Torx screws from around the front of the bellows, and remove the wire. Bellows Door Switch Assembly Screws Retaining Wire Door Switch Assembly Pull Bellows Off Lip Of Panel 4-14 Remove the lower front... switch assembly. Retaining Wire Tension Spring 7. Using a small screwdriver or a pair of the front panel beside the door switch assembly just enough to the washer. 3. REMOVING THE DOOR SWITCH ASSEMBLY AND THE BELLOWS 6. Turn off the lip of long-nosed...
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Loosen the clamp and remove the pumpto-tub hose from the pump. Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before operating. Replace all parts and panels before servicing. Pump-To-Tub Hose Tab Arrow Tabs Pump-ToDrain Hose 1. Using a shallow pan to do so can result in death or ...electrical shock. Using a flat-blade screwdriver, lift the rubber pad, and slide the pump to the washer. 3. Remove the lower front access panel (see step 10 on the drain pump. Turn off the water supply to the left and unhook the bottom tab, then lift...
Loosen the clamp and remove the pumpto-tub hose from the pump. Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before operating. Replace all parts and panels before servicing. Pump-To-Tub Hose Tab Arrow Tabs Pump-ToDrain Hose 1. Using a shallow pan to do so can result in death or ...electrical shock. Using a flat-blade screwdriver, lift the rubber pad, and slide the pump to the washer. 3. Remove the lower front access panel (see step 10 on the drain pump. Turn off the water supply to the left and unhook the bottom tab, then lift...
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...to do so can result in death or electrical shock. 1. Replace all parts and panels before servicing. Pump-To-Tub Hose Pump Clamp Drain Pump Filter 4-19 ECO Valve Pull the pressure hose off the tub and drain pump. Unplug washer or disconnect power. 2. REMOVING THE ECO VALVE 5. Failure to -tub/ECO... valve hose. 6. Using a shallow pan to catch the water, unscrew the filter from the drain pump, and drain the water from the pump. Remove the lower front access panel (see step 10 on...
...to do so can result in death or electrical shock. 1. Replace all parts and panels before servicing. Pump-To-Tub Hose Pump Clamp Drain Pump Filter 4-19 ECO Valve Pull the pressure hose off the tub and drain pump. Unplug washer or disconnect power. 2. REMOVING THE ECO VALVE 5. Failure to -tub/ECO... valve hose. 6. Using a shallow pan to catch the water, unscrew the filter from the drain pump, and drain the water from the pump. Remove the lower front access panel (see step 10 on...