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Video & Articles: Appliance & Equipment RepairWhirlpool/Kenmore Washer Replace Spanner Nut #21366
Whirlpool/Kenmore Washer Replace Spanner Nut #21366
Skill Level
Total Parts Cost
$11.06Estimated Savings
$112.5001:37
- Description
This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the spanner nut (or tub nut) on a Whirlpool/Kenmore top-loading washing machine. The most common reasons for replacing the tub nut is when it is damaged or broken.
All of the information for this tub nut replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Whirlpool, Kenmore, Roper, Inglis, Estate, Crosley
Tools needed: flathead screwdriver, Phillips head screwdriver, pliers, putty knife, 7/16th socket, wood block, spanner wrench, hammer
All of the information for this tub nut replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Whirlpool, Kenmore, Roper, Inglis, Estate, Crosley
Tools needed: flathead screwdriver, Phillips head screwdriver, pliers, putty knife, 7/16th socket, wood block, spanner wrench, hammer
Step By Step Instructions
1
If your model has a rinse dispenser, you’ll need to remove it first.
2
If the dispenser has a lock ring, pull the ring up with your fingers, then twist the dispenser upwards to remove.
3
Next, remove the agitator cap.
4
Use a flathead screwdriver to help pry it off.
5
Depending on your model, you may also need to remove a dust cap.
6
Hold the agitator base and use a 7/16th inch socket to remove the bolt and washer.
7
Lift the agitator off of the drive shaft.
8
This will reveal the tub nut.
9
Use a spanner wrench and hammer to remove the old tub nut.
10
Install the new tub nut by screwing it onto the drive block and tightening it with the spanner wrench and hammer.
11
Next, place the agitator back onto the drive shaft and reinstall the bolt and washer.
12
Replace the dust cap if your model has one.
13
Snap on the agitator cap.
14
If your model has a rinse dispenser, push it down until it snaps into place and press the lock ring down with your thumbs.
15
You’re now ready to turn on the appliance to make sure it’s functioning properly.
Description
This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the spanner nut (or tub nut) on a Whirlpool/Kenmore top-loading washing machine. The most common reasons for replacing the tub nut is when it is damaged or broken.
All of the information for this tub nut replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Whirlpool, Kenmore, Roper, Inglis, Estate, Crosley
Tools needed: flathead screwdriver, Phillips head screwdriver, pliers, putty knife, 7/16th socket, wood block, spanner wrench, hammer
All of the information for this tub nut replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Whirlpool, Kenmore, Roper, Inglis, Estate, Crosley
Tools needed: flathead screwdriver, Phillips head screwdriver, pliers, putty knife, 7/16th socket, wood block, spanner wrench, hammer
Step-By-Step Instructions
1
If your model has a rinse dispenser, you’ll need to remove it first.
2
If the dispenser has a lock ring, pull the ring up with your fingers, then twist the dispenser upwards to remove.
3
Next, remove the agitator cap.
4
Use a flathead screwdriver to help pry it off.
5
Depending on your model, you may also need to remove a dust cap.
6
Hold the agitator base and use a 7/16th inch socket to remove the bolt and washer.
7
Lift the agitator off of the drive shaft.
8
This will reveal the tub nut.
9
Use a spanner wrench and hammer to remove the old tub nut.
10
Install the new tub nut by screwing it onto the drive block and tightening it with the spanner wrench and hammer.
11
Next, place the agitator back onto the drive shaft and reinstall the bolt and washer.
12
Replace the dust cap if your model has one.
13
Snap on the agitator cap.
14
If your model has a rinse dispenser, push it down until it snaps into place and press the lock ring down with your thumbs.
15
You’re now ready to turn on the appliance to make sure it’s functioning properly.
Applicable Product Model
Parts Needed
Spanner Nut
$11.06
Total$0.00
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