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Video & Articles: Appliance & Equipment RepairWhirlpool Electric Washer/Dryer Combo Lid Hinge Bearing Replacement #WP21258 
Whirlpool Electric Washer/Dryer Combo Lid Hinge Bearing Replacement #WP21258
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$112.5004:54
- Description
This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the lid hinge bearing on a Whirlpool electric washer/dryer combo (model #WET4027EW0). The most common reason for replacing this part is if the lid will not open or close properly.
This replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Whirlpool, Maytag, Kitchenaid
Don't forget to like and comment on this video and subscribe to our channel!
This replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Whirlpool, Maytag, Kitchenaid
Don't forget to like and comment on this video and subscribe to our channel!
Step By Step Instructions
1
Before you replace a lid hinge bearing in your washer / dryer combo…
2
…be sure to unplug the power cord or shut off the power supply.
3
Use a phillips-head screwdriver to unthread the screws securing the lower access panel.
4
Detach the panel and set it aside.
5
Remove the two rear access panel clips
6
Use a quarter-inch socket or nut driver to unthread the screws so you can detach the access panels.
7
Use a short flat-head screwdriver to help detach the spring clips securing the washer’s top panel and lid.
8
Pull the top panel forward then lift up.
9
Set the panel upside-down on a sturdy surface covered with a towel or blanket.
10
Lift the panel up to detach the two spring housings.
11
Use pliers to squeeze the retaining clip to fully release the lid hinge spring from the left or right hinge.
12
Use the phillips-head screwdriver to unthread the screws securing the hinge to the lid.
13
Pull out the hinge…
14
…and remove the old bearing if still intact.
15
Install the new hinge bearing…
16
… by snapping it into place in the lid.
17
Reinsert the hinge…
18
…then thread the screws to secure it.
19
Realign both the retaining clip and the spring housing on the hinge.
20
The clip should be positioned in the groove.
21
Lift the panel back up so you can insert the two spring housing pins in their respective brackets.
22
Returning to the appliance, realign the top panel and lid on the washer and push the panel straight back.
23
Be aware the lid switch wire connecter on the panel needs to be fully connected with the receptacle on the frame.
24
Reinsert the two spring clips to secure the panel.
25
Reposition the rear access panels and rethread the screws.
26
Reinsert the access panel clips.
27
Reposition the lower access panel and secure it with the screws.
28
Plug the power cord back in or restore the power supply…
29
…and your washer/dryer combo should be ready for use.
Description
This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the lid hinge bearing on a Whirlpool electric washer/dryer combo (model #WET4027EW0). The most common reason for replacing this part is if the lid will not open or close properly.
This replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Whirlpool, Maytag, Kitchenaid
Don't forget to like and comment on this video and subscribe to our channel!
This replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Whirlpool, Maytag, Kitchenaid
Don't forget to like and comment on this video and subscribe to our channel!
Step-By-Step Instructions
1
Before you replace a lid hinge bearing in your washer / dryer combo…
2
…be sure to unplug the power cord or shut off the power supply.
3
Use a phillips-head screwdriver to unthread the screws securing the lower access panel.
4
Detach the panel and set it aside.
5
Remove the two rear access panel clips
6
Use a quarter-inch socket or nut driver to unthread the screws so you can detach the access panels.
7
Use a short flat-head screwdriver to help detach the spring clips securing the washer’s top panel and lid.
8
Pull the top panel forward then lift up.
9
Set the panel upside-down on a sturdy surface covered with a towel or blanket.
10
Lift the panel up to detach the two spring housings.
11
Use pliers to squeeze the retaining clip to fully release the lid hinge spring from the left or right hinge.
12
Use the phillips-head screwdriver to unthread the screws securing the hinge to the lid.
13
Pull out the hinge…
14
…and remove the old bearing if still intact.
15
Install the new hinge bearing…
16
… by snapping it into place in the lid.
17
Reinsert the hinge…
18
…then thread the screws to secure it.
19
Realign both the retaining clip and the spring housing on the hinge.
20
The clip should be positioned in the groove.
21
Lift the panel back up so you can insert the two spring housing pins in their respective brackets.
22
Returning to the appliance, realign the top panel and lid on the washer and push the panel straight back.
23
Be aware the lid switch wire connecter on the panel needs to be fully connected with the receptacle on the frame.
24
Reinsert the two spring clips to secure the panel.
25
Reposition the rear access panels and rethread the screws.
26
Reinsert the access panel clips.
27
Reposition the lower access panel and secure it with the screws.
28
Plug the power cord back in or restore the power supply…
29
…and your washer/dryer combo should be ready for use.
Applicable Product Model
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