DescriptionThis video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the circulation pump on a Cabrio/Oasis top-loading washing machine. The most common reasons for replacing the circulation pump are when the washer doesn’t pump water or isn’t draining.
All of the information for this circulation pump replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Whirlpool, Kenmore, Maytag
Tools needed: wrench, nutdriver
Step-By-Step Instructions1
As with any repair, be sure you unplug the appliance before beginning and turn off the hot and cold water supply valves.
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Your first step is to remove the hoses from the water inlet valve.
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Be prepared for some water to spill out.
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Make sure the drain hose is detached from the standpipe or laundry tub.
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Next, use tape to secure the washer lid.
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Now, carefully tip the washer forward so its front rests on a towel or carpet.
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Use pliers to loosen the clamp securing the inlet hose to the tub and pull the hose off.
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Be prepared for some water to spill.
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Detach the wire connector from the recirculation pump.
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Remove the mounting screws to release the pump from the tub.
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Now, loosen the clamps securing the outlet hose from the pump.
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Pull the hose off and remove the old pump.
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Install the new recirculation pump by first transferring the clamp from the old inlet hose to the new one.
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Connect the outlet hose to the new pump by aligning the tab on the port with the slot in the hose.
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Connect the new inlet hose to the tub and secure the clamps.
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Reinstall the mounting screws to secure the pump.
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Attach the wire connector.
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Now, carefully lift the washer to its upright position.
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Remove the tape securing the lid and attach the drain hose to the standpipe or laundry tub.
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Reattach the hoses to the inlet valve.
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Turn the water supply back on and plug the appliance back in to make sure it's functioning properly.