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Video & Articles: Appliance & Equipment RepairKenmore Top Load Washer Replace Start Capacitor #WP8572720
Kenmore Top Load Washer Replace Start Capacitor #WP8572720
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$60.51Estimated Savings
$112.5003:03
- Description
This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the start capacitor on a Kenmore Top-Load washing machine. The most common reason for replacing the capacitor is if the washing machine will not run at all.
All of the information for this capacitor replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Kenmore, Whirlpool
Tools used: Phillips-head screwdriver, flat-head screwdriver
All of the information for this capacitor replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Kenmore, Whirlpool
Tools used: Phillips-head screwdriver, flat-head screwdriver
Step By Step Instructions
1
Before you replace the start capacitor in your washer be sure to unplug the power cord.
2
Detach the two control panel end caps by pulling them off from the top.
3
Use a phillips-head screwdriver to unthread the two screws securing the control panel.
4
Lift up the control panel.
5
Next, disconnect the lid switch wire connecter.
6
Using a flat-head screwdriver, release the spring clips securing the cabinet to the rear panel.
7
Tilt the cabinet toward you, slide forward and remove.
8
Lift up the top of the mounting bracket to release the start capacitor.
9
Disconnect the wires to fully remove the old capacitor.
10
Install the new start capacitor by first connecting the wires to the terminals.
11
Align the capacitor in the mounting bracket and snap it into place.
12
Reinstall the cabinet by sliding the front edge of the cabinet underneath the base frame.
13
Use your foot to push it into position.
14
Align the two notches in each side of the cabinet with the tabs on each side of the base frame.
15
Make sure the sides of the cabinet are properly aligned with the rear panel.
16
Reinstall the spring clips to secure the cabinet.
17
Reconnect the lid switch wire connecter.
18
Lower the control panel and snap the retaining clips into the slots in the main top.
19
Rethread and tighten the screws to secure the control panel.
20
Realign the end caps and snap them into place.
21
With the repair completed 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 start capacitor on a Kenmore Top-Load washing machine. The most common reason for replacing the capacitor is if the washing machine will not run at all.
All of the information for this capacitor replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Kenmore, Whirlpool
Tools used: Phillips-head screwdriver, flat-head screwdriver
All of the information for this capacitor replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Kenmore, Whirlpool
Tools used: Phillips-head screwdriver, flat-head screwdriver
Step-By-Step Instructions
1
Before you replace the start capacitor in your washer be sure to unplug the power cord.
2
Detach the two control panel end caps by pulling them off from the top.
3
Use a phillips-head screwdriver to unthread the two screws securing the control panel.
4
Lift up the control panel.
5
Next, disconnect the lid switch wire connecter.
6
Using a flat-head screwdriver, release the spring clips securing the cabinet to the rear panel.
7
Tilt the cabinet toward you, slide forward and remove.
8
Lift up the top of the mounting bracket to release the start capacitor.
9
Disconnect the wires to fully remove the old capacitor.
10
Install the new start capacitor by first connecting the wires to the terminals.
11
Align the capacitor in the mounting bracket and snap it into place.
12
Reinstall the cabinet by sliding the front edge of the cabinet underneath the base frame.
13
Use your foot to push it into position.
14
Align the two notches in each side of the cabinet with the tabs on each side of the base frame.
15
Make sure the sides of the cabinet are properly aligned with the rear panel.
16
Reinstall the spring clips to secure the cabinet.
17
Reconnect the lid switch wire connecter.
18
Lower the control panel and snap the retaining clips into the slots in the main top.
19
Rethread and tighten the screws to secure the control panel.
20
Realign the end caps and snap them into place.
21
With the repair completed plug the power cord back in and your washer should be ready for use.
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