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Video & Articles: Appliance & Equipment RepairWhirlpool Top Load Washer Replace Run Capacitor #W10625045
Whirlpool Top Load Washer Replace Run Capacitor #W10625045
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$108.49Estimated Savings
$112.5002:51
- Description
This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the run capacitor on a Whirlpool washer. The most common reason for replacing the capacitor is if the washer won’t start.
This run capacitor replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Whirlpool, Amana, Crosley, Inglis, Kenmore, Maytag, Roper
Tools needed: 5/16th inch socket or nut driver
This run capacitor replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Whirlpool, Amana, Crosley, Inglis, Kenmore, Maytag, Roper
Tools needed: 5/16th inch socket or nut driver
Step By Step Instructions
1
Before you replace the run capacitor in your washer be sure to unplug the power cord and shut off the water supply.
2
Remove the hot and cold water supply lines from the inlet valve – be prepared for some water to spill out.
3
Release the retaining clamp and detach the drain hose from the outlet hose mounting flange.
4
Now use tape to secure the washer lid.
5
Carefully tip the washer back so it rests on its rear panel.
6
Use a 5/16th inch socket or nut driver to unthread the screws securing the belt guard.
7
Detach the guard and disconnect the wire connecter from the run capacitor.
8
Pull the old capacitor out from the rear and rotate counter-clockwise to remove.
9
Install the new run capacitor by inserting the mounting tab in the slot in the gear case then rotate the component clockwise to lock it into place.
10
Connect the wire connecter.
11
Reposition the belt guard and secure it with the screws.
12
Return the appliance to its upright position and remove the tape securing the lid.
13
Attach the drain hose to the outlet hose and secure it with the clamp.
14
Attach the hot and cold water supply lines.
15
With the repair completed turn the water supply back on plug the power cord back in and your washer should be ready for use.
Description
This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the run capacitor on a Whirlpool washer. The most common reason for replacing the capacitor is if the washer won’t start.
This run capacitor replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Whirlpool, Amana, Crosley, Inglis, Kenmore, Maytag, Roper
Tools needed: 5/16th inch socket or nut driver
This run capacitor replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Whirlpool, Amana, Crosley, Inglis, Kenmore, Maytag, Roper
Tools needed: 5/16th inch socket or nut driver
Step-By-Step Instructions
1
Before you replace the run capacitor in your washer be sure to unplug the power cord and shut off the water supply.
2
Remove the hot and cold water supply lines from the inlet valve – be prepared for some water to spill out.
3
Release the retaining clamp and detach the drain hose from the outlet hose mounting flange.
4
Now use tape to secure the washer lid.
5
Carefully tip the washer back so it rests on its rear panel.
6
Use a 5/16th inch socket or nut driver to unthread the screws securing the belt guard.
7
Detach the guard and disconnect the wire connecter from the run capacitor.
8
Pull the old capacitor out from the rear and rotate counter-clockwise to remove.
9
Install the new run capacitor by inserting the mounting tab in the slot in the gear case then rotate the component clockwise to lock it into place.
10
Connect the wire connecter.
11
Reposition the belt guard and secure it with the screws.
12
Return the appliance to its upright position and remove the tape securing the lid.
13
Attach the drain hose to the outlet hose and secure it with the clamp.
14
Attach the hot and cold water supply lines.
15
With the repair completed turn the water supply back on plug the power cord back in and your washer should be ready for use.
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