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Video & Articles: Appliance & Equipment RepairWhirlpool Alpha Front-Load Washer Drain Pump Replacement #WPW10425238
Whirlpool Alpha Front-Load Washer Drain Pump Replacement #WPW10425238
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Total Parts Cost
$56.33Estimated Savings
$112.5003:36
- Description
This video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing the drain pump on a Whirlpool front loading washing machine, model #WFW85HEFW0. The most common reason for replacing the drain pump is if the washer is not draining properly.
All of the information in this drain pump replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Whirlpool
Tools used: T-20 Torx bit, 1/4" socket, pliers
All of the information in this drain pump replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Whirlpool
Tools used: T-20 Torx bit, 1/4" socket, pliers
Step By Step Instructions
1
Before you replace the drain pump in your washer be sure to unplug the power cord.
2
Remove the four rear access panel plugs if intact.
3
Use a quarter-inch socket or nut driver to unthread the screws securing the rear access panel.
4
The top middle screw does not need to be completely unthreaded.
5
Slide the panel to the right to fully detach.
6
Disconnect the drain pump wire connecter.
7
Use pliers to release the clamp securing the drain hose to the pump and pull the hose off.
8
Use a 5/16th inch socket to unthread the drain pump mounting screws.
9
With the screws unthreaded, you can pull the old pump free.
10
Install the new drain pump by aligning the mounting tab with the slot on the tub as you position the inlet port.
11
Thread the mounting screws to secure.
12
Attach the drain hose and secure it with the clamp.
13
Connect the wire connecter to the new pump.
14
Realign the rear access panel on the top middle screw and slide the panel to the left.
15
Tighten the screw and rethread the remaining screws to secure the panel.
16
If you prefer, you can reinstall the panel plugs.
17
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 instructions for replacing the drain pump on a Whirlpool front loading washing machine, model #WFW85HEFW0. The most common reason for replacing the drain pump is if the washer is not draining properly.
All of the information in this drain pump replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Whirlpool
Tools used: T-20 Torx bit, 1/4" socket, pliers
All of the information in this drain pump replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Whirlpool
Tools used: T-20 Torx bit, 1/4" socket, pliers
Step-By-Step Instructions
1
Before you replace the drain pump in your washer be sure to unplug the power cord.
2
Remove the four rear access panel plugs if intact.
3
Use a quarter-inch socket or nut driver to unthread the screws securing the rear access panel.
4
The top middle screw does not need to be completely unthreaded.
5
Slide the panel to the right to fully detach.
6
Disconnect the drain pump wire connecter.
7
Use pliers to release the clamp securing the drain hose to the pump and pull the hose off.
8
Use a 5/16th inch socket to unthread the drain pump mounting screws.
9
With the screws unthreaded, you can pull the old pump free.
10
Install the new drain pump by aligning the mounting tab with the slot on the tub as you position the inlet port.
11
Thread the mounting screws to secure.
12
Attach the drain hose and secure it with the clamp.
13
Connect the wire connecter to the new pump.
14
Realign the rear access panel on the top middle screw and slide the panel to the left.
15
Tighten the screw and rethread the remaining screws to secure the panel.
16
If you prefer, you can reinstall the panel plugs.
17
With the repair completed plug the power cord back in and your washer should be ready for use.
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