Video & Articles: Appliance & Equipment RepairCabrio/Oasis Top Load Washer Suspension Ball Kit #W10198919

Cabrio/Oasis Top Load Washer Suspension Ball Kit #W10198919

02:06
This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the suspension ball kit on a Cabrio/Oasis top-loading washing machine. The most common reason for replacing the suspension balls is when replacing the suspension rods.

All of the information for this suspension ball kit replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Whirlpool, Kenmore, Maytag

Tools needed: putty knife

Step By Step Instructions

1
As with any repair, be sure you unplug the appliance before beginning.
2
Your first step is to use tape to secure the washer lid.
3
Next, use a putty knife to release the retaining clips securing the main top.
4
The clips are located approximately six and a half inches in from each side of the washer.
5
Rotate the main top upward and support it.
6
Reach into the cabinet and pull one of the suspension rods upward.
7
This will allow you to remove the old suspension ball from the rod.
8
Clean the grease off of the suspension ball cup.
9
Install the new suspension ball by first inserting the new top bushing into the ball cup.
10
Lift the rod up through the bushing, then snap the new suspension ball onto the rod.
11
Repeat the process for the remaining three balls.
12
With the suspension balls fully installed, remove the support.
13
Rotate the main top down and snap it into place.
14
Remove the tape securing the lid.
15
You can now plug the appliance back in to make sure it's functioning properly.
Description
This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the suspension ball kit on a Cabrio/Oasis top-loading washing machine. The most common reason for replacing the suspension balls is when replacing the suspension rods.

All of the information for this suspension ball kit replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Whirlpool, Kenmore, Maytag

Tools needed: putty knife
Step-By-Step Instructions
1
As with any repair, be sure you unplug the appliance before beginning.
2
Your first step is to use tape to secure the washer lid.
3
Next, use a putty knife to release the retaining clips securing the main top.
4
The clips are located approximately six and a half inches in from each side of the washer.
5
Rotate the main top upward and support it.
6
Reach into the cabinet and pull one of the suspension rods upward.
7
This will allow you to remove the old suspension ball from the rod.
8
Clean the grease off of the suspension ball cup.
9
Install the new suspension ball by first inserting the new top bushing into the ball cup.
10
Lift the rod up through the bushing, then snap the new suspension ball onto the rod.
11
Repeat the process for the remaining three balls.
12
With the suspension balls fully installed, remove the support.
13
Rotate the main top down and snap it into place.
14
Remove the tape securing the lid.
15
You can now plug the appliance back in to make sure it's functioning properly.

Applicable Product Model

icons/washing machine
Brand
Product Type
Model
Subtype
Top Loading
Product Diagram & Manuals
Parts Needed
Recommended Tools and Accessories
Cleaner
Cleaner
$7.62
Total$0.00

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