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Video & Articles: Appliance & Equipment RepairWasher Won't Agitate? Washer Agitator Replacement Kit #285748
Washer Won't Agitate? Washer Agitator Replacement Kit #285748
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Total Parts Cost
$38.21Estimated Savings
$112.5002:03
- Description
This video provides step-by-step instructions for repairing a worn agitator on top loading direct drive Whirlpool washing machine. The most common reason for replacing or repairing the agitator is when the washer won’t agitate.
All the information in this agitator replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Kenmore, Whirlpool, Amana, Admiral, Inglis, Maytag, Roper, Estate, Magic Chef, Crosley
Tools used: flathead screwdriver, 7/16” socket wrench
All the information in this agitator replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Kenmore, Whirlpool, Amana, Admiral, Inglis, Maytag, Roper, Estate, Magic Chef, Crosley
Tools used: flathead screwdriver, 7/16” socket wrench
Step By Step Instructions
1
Anncr: if your model has a rinse dispenser, you’ll need to remove it first.
2
If the dispenser has a lock ring, pull the ring up with your fingers, then twist the dispenser upwards to remove.
3
Next, remove the agitator cap.
4
Use a flathead screwdriver to help pry it off.
5
Depending on your model, you may also need to remove a dust cap.
6
Hold the agitator base and use a 7/16th inch socket to remove the bolt and washer.
7
Now pull the agitator upwards to remove.
8
With the agitator on the floor, place both feet on the base and pull the top portion off.
9
Tip the top of the agitator upside down to remove the old cam.
10
You’re now ready to install your new agitator kit.
11
Insert the four directional cogs, commonly referred to as “dog ears”, into the new cam.
12
Slide the retainer onto the cam to lock the cogs in place.
13
Now seat the cam into the top portion of the agitator.
14
Align the slots in the top of the agitator…
15
…with the tabs in the base…
16
… and snap into position.
17
Place the agitator back onto the drive shaft…
18
…and reinstall the bolt and washer.
19
Snap the dust cap back on if your model has one.
20
Snap on the agitator cap.
21
If your model has a rinse dispenser, snap it on and press the lock ring down with your thumbs.
22
You’re now ready to turn on the appliance to make sure it’s functioning properly.
23
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24
As with any repair, be sure you’ve unplugged the appliance before beginning.
25
Your first step is to move the control panel out of the way.
26
To do this, remove the screws found at either end.
27
On some models these screws may be located in the rear panel…
28
…or they may be covered by plastic end caps.
29
Pull the end cap off from the top to access the screw.
30
Remove both screws…
31
… and rotate the panel up.
32
Some models use clips instead of screws to secure the control panel.
33
Insert a putty knife between the control panel and the cabinet to release the clips.
34
Now, unplug the wire connector...
35
…and snap out the spring clips using a flathead screwdriver.
36
Tilt the cabinet toward you, slide forward and remove.
37
Your next step is to remove the water inlet spout.
38
Use pliers to release the clamp that secures the hose to the spout and pull the hose off.
39
Push the two tabs of the spout outwards and lift up to detach the spout from the rear panel.
40
Now, remove the agitator.
41
If the dispenser has a lock ring, pull the ring up with your fingers, then twist the dispenser upwards to remove.
42
Next, remove the agitator cap.
43
Depending on your model, you may also need to remove a dust cap.
44
Hold the agitator base and use a 7/16th inch socket to remove the bolt and washer.
45
Lift the agitator off of the drive shaft.
46
Use a spanner wrench and hammer to remove the tub nut.
47
Next, remove the tub ring.
48
Press down on the rim to help release the eight tabs.
49
Now, remove the inner tub by lifting it
50
Straight up.
51
Your next step is to detach the drive block.
52
Gently tap the block with a hammer to loosen, then pull it straight up off the drive tube.
53
Use pliers to remove all three suspension springs from the mounting brackets along with…
54
…the tub counterbalance spring.
55
Be aware you may need to use force to successfully remove them.
56
Next, remove the three spring mounting brackets.
57
Disconnect the water level pressure switch tube.
58
Using pliers, release the clamp that secures the drain hose to the tub port and pull the hose off.
59
Be prepared for water to spill out.
60
Next, remove the outer tub by lifting it straight up off the mounting stem assembly.
61
You may need to use some lubricant to successfully remove the tub.
62
Set the tub aside.
63
Remove the water shield.
64
Carefully lift up both the mounting stem assembly and the tri-base to access the tub wear pads.
65
Use wood blocks, or a comparable sturdy object, to support the assembly and tri-base as you replace the pads.
66
If still intact, remove the old wear pads with a flathead screwdriver.
67
Install the three new tub wear pads…
68
By aligning the pegs in the pad with the holes in the support base and tapping into place with a hammer.
69
You will need to move the support block to install each of the three pads.
70
When all pads are installed, return the stem assembly and tri-base to their original position.
71
Replace the water shield.
72
Slide the outer tub back onto the mounting stem assembly.
73
Secure the drain hose to the tub port…
74
…and connect the water level pressure switch tube.
75
Reinstall the three spring mounting brackets.
76
Reconnect the three suspension springs…
77
…and the counterbalance spring.
78
Replace the drive block by aligning the two slots in the block with the two tabs in the drive tube and pushing the block down into position.
79
Carefully replace the inner tub onto the drive shaft.
80
Align the tub ring with the outer tub…
81
… and secure it with the eight tabs.
82
Screw the tub nut onto the drive block and tighten it with the spanner wrench and hammer.
83
Next, place the agitator back onto the drive shaft…
84
……and reinstall the bolt and washer.
85
Replace the dust cap if your model has one.
86
Replace the agitator cap.
87
Snap the rinse dispenser into place and press the lock ring down with your thumbs.
88
Reintall the water inlet spout by inserting the top portion of the tabs into the rear panel, then push the bottom portion of the tabs outward…
89
…and press down to lock the spout into place.
90
Reattach the hose and secure it with the clamp.
91
Now, reinstall the cabinet.
92
The front edge of the cabinet slides underneath the base frame.
93
Use your foot to push it into position.
94
Align the two notches in each side of the cabinet…
95
…with the tabs on each side of the base frame.
96
Now ease the cabinet to match up with the rear panel.
97
Reinstall the spring clips.
98
Reattach the wire connector.
99
Rotate the control panel down and lock the clips into place or reinstall the two screws.
100
If applicable to your model, replace the end caps by aligning…
101
…the tab with the slot at the bottom and snapping the cap into position.
102
You’re now ready to plug the appliance back in…
103
… to make sure it’s functioning properly.
104
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105
As with any repair, be sure you’ve unplugged the appliance before beginning.
106
Your first step is to move the control panel out of the way.
107
To do this, remove the screws found at either end.
108
On some models these screws may be located in the rear panel…
109
…or they may be covered by plastic end caps.
110
Pull the end cap off from the top to access the screw.
111
Remove both screws…
112
… and rotate the panel up.
113
Some models use clips instead of screws to secure the control panel.
114
Insert a putty knife between the control panel and the cabinet to release the clips.
115
Now, unplug the wire connector...
116
…and snap out the spring clips using a flathead screwdriver.
117
Tilt the cabinet toward you, slide forward and remove.
118
Your next step is to remove the water inlet spout.
119
Use pliers to release the clamp that secures the hose to the spout and pull the hose off.
120
Push the two tabs of the spout outwards and lift up to detach the spout from the rear panel.
121
Now, remove the agitator.
122
If the dispenser has a lock ring, pull the ring up with your fingers, then twist the dispenser upwards to remove.
123
Next, remove the agitator cap.
124
Depending on your model, you may also need to remove a dust cap.
125
Hold the agitator base and use a 7/16th inch socket to remove the bolt and washer.
126
Lift the agitator off of the drive shaft.
127
Use a spanner wrench and hammer to remove the tub nut.
128
Next, remove the tub ring.
129
Press down on the rim to help release the eight tabs.
130
Now, remove the inner tub by lifting it
131
Straight up.
132
Your next step is to detach the drive block.
133
Gently tap the block with a hammer to loosen, then pull it straight up off the drive tube.
134
Use pliers to remove all three suspension springs from the mounting brackets along with…
135
…the tub counterbalance spring.
136
Be aware you may need to use force to successfully remove them.
137
Next, remove the three spring mounting brackets.
138
Disconnect the water level pressure switch tube.
139
Using pliers, release the clamp that secures the drain hose to the tub port and pull the hose off.
140
Be prepared for water to spill out.
141
Next, remove the outer tub by lifting it straight up off the mounting stem assembly.
142
You may need to use some lubricant to successfully remove the tub.
143
Set the tub aside.
144
Remove the water shield.
145
Carefully lift up the mounting stem assembly and gearcase and rotate the tri-base to access the suspension pads.
146
If still intact, remove the old suspension pads with a flathead screwdriver.
147
Install the three new suspension pads…
148
By aligning the pegs in the pad with the holes in the tri-base and tapping into place with a hammer.
149
When all pads are installed, lift up the moutning stem assembly and rotate the tri-base back into position.
150
Replace the water shield.
151
Slide the outer tub back onto the mounting stem assembly.
152
Secure the drain hose to the tub port…
153
…and connect the water level pressure switch tube.
154
Reinstall the three spring mounting brackets.
155
Reconnect the three suspension springs…
156
…and the counterbalance spring.
157
Replace the drive block by aligning the two slots in the block with the two tabs in the drive tube and pushing the block down into position.
158
Carefully replace the inner tub onto the drive shaft.
159
Align the tub ring with the outer tub…
160
… and secure it with the eight tabs.
161
Screw the tub nut onto the drive block and tighten it with the spanner wrench and hammer.
162
Next, place the agitator back onto the drive shaft…
163
……and reinstall the bolt and washer.
164
Replace the dust cap if your model has one.
165
Replace the agitator cap.
166
Snap the rinse dispenser into place and press the lock ring down with your thumbs.
167
Reintall the water inlet spout by inserting the top portion of the tabs into the rear panel, then push the bottom portion of the tabs outward…
168
…and press down to lock the spout into place.
169
Reattach the hose and secure it with the clamp.
170
Now, reinstall the cabinet.
171
The front edge of the cabinet slides underneath the base frame.
172
Use your foot to push it into position.
173
Align the two notches in each side of the cabinet…
174
…with the tabs on each side of the base frame.
175
Now ease the cabinet to match up with the rear panel.
176
Reinstall the spring clips.
177
Reattach the wire connector.
178
Rotate the control panel down and lock the clips into place or reinstall the two screws.
179
If applicable to your model, replace the end caps by aligning…
180
…the tab with the slot at the bottom and snapping the cap into position.
181
You’re now ready to plug the appliance back in…
182
… to make sure it’s functioning properly.
183
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184
As with any repair, be sure you’ve unplugged the appliance before beginning.
185
Your first step is to move the control panel out of the way.
186
To do this, remove the screws found at either end.
187
On some models these screws may be located in the rear panel…
188
…or they may be covered by plastic end caps.
189
Pull the end cap off from the top to access the screw.
190
Remove both screws…
191
… and rotate the panel up.
192
Some models use clips instead of screws to secure the control panel.
193
Insert a putty knife between the control panel and the cabinet to release the clips.
194
Now, unplug the wire connector...
195
…and snap out the spring clips using a flathead screwdriver.
196
Tilt the cabinet toward you, slide forward and remove.
197
Your next step is to remove the water inlet spout.
198
Use pliers to release the clamp that secures the hose to the spout and pull the hose off.
199
Push the two tabs of the spout outwards and lift up to detach the spout from the rear panel.
200
Now, remove the agitator.
201
If the dispenser has a lock ring, pull the ring up with your fingers, then twist the dispenser upwards to remove.
202
Next, remove the agitator cap.
203
Depending on your model, you may also need to remove a dust cap.
204
Hold the agitator base and use a 7/16th inch socket to remove the bolt and washer.
205
Lift the agitator off of the drive shaft.
206
Use a spanner wrench and hammer to remove the tub nut.
207
Next, remove the tub ring.
208
Press down on the rim to help release the eight tabs.
209
Now, remove the inner tub by lifting it
210
Straight up.
211
Your next step is to detach the drive block.
212
Gently tap the block with a hammer to loosen, then pull it straight up off the drive tube.
213
Use pliers to remove all three suspension springs from the mounting brackets along with…
214
…the tub counterbalance spring.
215
Be aware you may need to use force to successfully remove them.
216
Next, remove the three spring mounting brackets.
217
Disconnect the water level pressure switch tube.
218
Using pliers, release the clamp that secures the drain hose to the tub port and pull the hose off.
219
Be prepared for water to spill out.
220
Next, remove the outer tub by lifting it straight up off the mounting stem assembly.
221
You may need to use some lubricant to successfully remove the tub.
222
Once the outer tub is removed, set it on its side.
223
You’re now ready to replace the tub seal.
224
If still intact, remove the old seal.
225
To install the new tub seal…
226
Turn the tub upside down and push the seal in until it snaps into place.
227
Slide the outer tub back onto the mounting stem assembly.
228
Secure the drain hose to the tub port…
229
…and connect the water level pressure switch tube.
230
Reinstall the three spring mounting brackets.
231
Reconnect the three suspension springs…
232
…and the counterbalance spring.
233
Replace the drive block by aligning the two slots in the block with the two tabs in the drive tube and pushing the block down into position.
234
Carefully replace the inner tub onto the drive shaft.
235
Align the tub ring with the outer tub…
236
… and secure it with the eight tabs.
237
Screw the tub nut onto the drive block and tighten it with the spanner wrench and hammer.
238
Next, place the agitator back onto the drive shaft…
239
……and reinstall the bolt and washer.
240
Replace the dust cap if your model has one.
241
Replace the agitator cap.
242
Snap the rinse dispenser into place and press the lock ring down with your thumbs.
243
Reintall the water inlet spout by inserting the top portion of the tabs into the rear panel, then push the bottom portion of the tabs outward…
244
…and press down to lock the spout into place.
245
Reattach the hose and secure it with the clamp.
246
Now, reinstall the cabinet.
247
The front edge of the cabinet slides underneath the base frame.
248
Use your foot to push it into position.
249
Align the two notches in each side of the cabinet…
250
…with the tabs on each side of the base frame.
251
Now ease the cabinet to match up with the rear panel.
252
Reinstall the spring clips.
253
Reattach the wire connector.
254
Rotate the control panel down and lock the clips into place or reinstall the two screws.
255
If applicable to your model, replace the end caps by aligning…
256
…the tab with the slot at the bottom and snapping the cap into position.
257
You’re now ready to plug the appliance back in…
258
… to make sure it’s functioning properly.
259
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Anncr: if your model has a rinse dispenser, you’ll need to remove it first.
261
If the dispenser has a lock ring, pull the ring up with your fingers, then twist the dispenser upwards to remove.
262
Next, remove the agitator cap.
263
Use a flathead screwdriver to help pry it off.
264
Depending on your model, you may also need to remove a dust cap.
265
Hold the agitator base and use a 7/16th inch socket to remove the bolt and washer.
266
Lift the agitator off of the drive shaft.
267
With the agitator on the floor, place both feet on the base and pull the top portion off to access the agitator ring.
268
Remove the old ring.
269
Install the new agitator ring…
270
By aligning the four tabs in the ring with the four slots in the agitator base so it rests flush against the rim.
271
Align the slots in the top portion of the agitator…
272
…with the tabs in the base…
273
… and snap into position.
274
Place the agitator back onto the drive shaft…
275
……and reinstall the bolt and washer.
276
Replace the dust cap if your model has one.
277
Snap on the agitator cap.
278
If your model has a rinse dispenser, push it down until it snaps into place and press the lock ring down with your thumbs.
279
You’re now ready to turn on the appliance to make sure it’s functioning properly.
280
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Anncr: lift the lid of your washer to access the bleach dispenser cup.
282
Use your fingers to squeeze the side of the cup closest to the tub rim…
283
…to release the two front locking tabs.
284
Then lift up to remove.
285
Install the new bleach cup…
286
…by inserting the long rear tab under the cabinet top…
287
…and pushing the cup down until the two front tabs lock into place.
Description
This video provides step-by-step instructions for repairing a worn agitator on top loading direct drive Whirlpool washing machine. The most common reason for replacing or repairing the agitator is when the washer won’t agitate.
All the information in this agitator replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Kenmore, Whirlpool, Amana, Admiral, Inglis, Maytag, Roper, Estate, Magic Chef, Crosley
Tools used: flathead screwdriver, 7/16” socket wrench
All the information in this agitator replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Kenmore, Whirlpool, Amana, Admiral, Inglis, Maytag, Roper, Estate, Magic Chef, Crosley
Tools used: flathead screwdriver, 7/16” socket wrench
Step-By-Step Instructions
1
Anncr: if your model has a rinse dispenser, you’ll need to remove it first.
2
If the dispenser has a lock ring, pull the ring up with your fingers, then twist the dispenser upwards to remove.
3
Next, remove the agitator cap.
4
Use a flathead screwdriver to help pry it off.
5
Depending on your model, you may also need to remove a dust cap.
6
Hold the agitator base and use a 7/16th inch socket to remove the bolt and washer.
7
Now pull the agitator upwards to remove.
8
With the agitator on the floor, place both feet on the base and pull the top portion off.
9
Tip the top of the agitator upside down to remove the old cam.
10
You’re now ready to install your new agitator kit.
11
Insert the four directional cogs, commonly referred to as “dog ears”, into the new cam.
12
Slide the retainer onto the cam to lock the cogs in place.
13
Now seat the cam into the top portion of the agitator.
14
Align the slots in the top of the agitator…
15
…with the tabs in the base…
16
… and snap into position.
17
Place the agitator back onto the drive shaft…
18
…and reinstall the bolt and washer.
19
Snap the dust cap back on if your model has one.
20
Snap on the agitator cap.
21
If your model has a rinse dispenser, snap it on and press the lock ring down with your thumbs.
22
You’re now ready to turn on the appliance to make sure it’s functioning properly.
23
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24
As with any repair, be sure you’ve unplugged the appliance before beginning.
25
Your first step is to move the control panel out of the way.
26
To do this, remove the screws found at either end.
27
On some models these screws may be located in the rear panel…
28
…or they may be covered by plastic end caps.
29
Pull the end cap off from the top to access the screw.
30
Remove both screws…
31
… and rotate the panel up.
32
Some models use clips instead of screws to secure the control panel.
33
Insert a putty knife between the control panel and the cabinet to release the clips.
34
Now, unplug the wire connector...
35
…and snap out the spring clips using a flathead screwdriver.
36
Tilt the cabinet toward you, slide forward and remove.
37
Your next step is to remove the water inlet spout.
38
Use pliers to release the clamp that secures the hose to the spout and pull the hose off.
39
Push the two tabs of the spout outwards and lift up to detach the spout from the rear panel.
40
Now, remove the agitator.
41
If the dispenser has a lock ring, pull the ring up with your fingers, then twist the dispenser upwards to remove.
42
Next, remove the agitator cap.
43
Depending on your model, you may also need to remove a dust cap.
44
Hold the agitator base and use a 7/16th inch socket to remove the bolt and washer.
45
Lift the agitator off of the drive shaft.
46
Use a spanner wrench and hammer to remove the tub nut.
47
Next, remove the tub ring.
48
Press down on the rim to help release the eight tabs.
49
Now, remove the inner tub by lifting it
50
Straight up.
51
Your next step is to detach the drive block.
52
Gently tap the block with a hammer to loosen, then pull it straight up off the drive tube.
53
Use pliers to remove all three suspension springs from the mounting brackets along with…
54
…the tub counterbalance spring.
55
Be aware you may need to use force to successfully remove them.
56
Next, remove the three spring mounting brackets.
57
Disconnect the water level pressure switch tube.
58
Using pliers, release the clamp that secures the drain hose to the tub port and pull the hose off.
59
Be prepared for water to spill out.
60
Next, remove the outer tub by lifting it straight up off the mounting stem assembly.
61
You may need to use some lubricant to successfully remove the tub.
62
Set the tub aside.
63
Remove the water shield.
64
Carefully lift up both the mounting stem assembly and the tri-base to access the tub wear pads.
65
Use wood blocks, or a comparable sturdy object, to support the assembly and tri-base as you replace the pads.
66
If still intact, remove the old wear pads with a flathead screwdriver.
67
Install the three new tub wear pads…
68
By aligning the pegs in the pad with the holes in the support base and tapping into place with a hammer.
69
You will need to move the support block to install each of the three pads.
70
When all pads are installed, return the stem assembly and tri-base to their original position.
71
Replace the water shield.
72
Slide the outer tub back onto the mounting stem assembly.
73
Secure the drain hose to the tub port…
74
…and connect the water level pressure switch tube.
75
Reinstall the three spring mounting brackets.
76
Reconnect the three suspension springs…
77
…and the counterbalance spring.
78
Replace the drive block by aligning the two slots in the block with the two tabs in the drive tube and pushing the block down into position.
79
Carefully replace the inner tub onto the drive shaft.
80
Align the tub ring with the outer tub…
81
… and secure it with the eight tabs.
82
Screw the tub nut onto the drive block and tighten it with the spanner wrench and hammer.
83
Next, place the agitator back onto the drive shaft…
84
……and reinstall the bolt and washer.
85
Replace the dust cap if your model has one.
86
Replace the agitator cap.
87
Snap the rinse dispenser into place and press the lock ring down with your thumbs.
88
Reintall the water inlet spout by inserting the top portion of the tabs into the rear panel, then push the bottom portion of the tabs outward…
89
…and press down to lock the spout into place.
90
Reattach the hose and secure it with the clamp.
91
Now, reinstall the cabinet.
92
The front edge of the cabinet slides underneath the base frame.
93
Use your foot to push it into position.
94
Align the two notches in each side of the cabinet…
95
…with the tabs on each side of the base frame.
96
Now ease the cabinet to match up with the rear panel.
97
Reinstall the spring clips.
98
Reattach the wire connector.
99
Rotate the control panel down and lock the clips into place or reinstall the two screws.
100
If applicable to your model, replace the end caps by aligning…
101
…the tab with the slot at the bottom and snapping the cap into position.
102
You’re now ready to plug the appliance back in…
103
… to make sure it’s functioning properly.
104
Pr2979suspadmod11022622100
105
As with any repair, be sure you’ve unplugged the appliance before beginning.
106
Your first step is to move the control panel out of the way.
107
To do this, remove the screws found at either end.
108
On some models these screws may be located in the rear panel…
109
…or they may be covered by plastic end caps.
110
Pull the end cap off from the top to access the screw.
111
Remove both screws…
112
… and rotate the panel up.
113
Some models use clips instead of screws to secure the control panel.
114
Insert a putty knife between the control panel and the cabinet to release the clips.
115
Now, unplug the wire connector...
116
…and snap out the spring clips using a flathead screwdriver.
117
Tilt the cabinet toward you, slide forward and remove.
118
Your next step is to remove the water inlet spout.
119
Use pliers to release the clamp that secures the hose to the spout and pull the hose off.
120
Push the two tabs of the spout outwards and lift up to detach the spout from the rear panel.
121
Now, remove the agitator.
122
If the dispenser has a lock ring, pull the ring up with your fingers, then twist the dispenser upwards to remove.
123
Next, remove the agitator cap.
124
Depending on your model, you may also need to remove a dust cap.
125
Hold the agitator base and use a 7/16th inch socket to remove the bolt and washer.
126
Lift the agitator off of the drive shaft.
127
Use a spanner wrench and hammer to remove the tub nut.
128
Next, remove the tub ring.
129
Press down on the rim to help release the eight tabs.
130
Now, remove the inner tub by lifting it
131
Straight up.
132
Your next step is to detach the drive block.
133
Gently tap the block with a hammer to loosen, then pull it straight up off the drive tube.
134
Use pliers to remove all three suspension springs from the mounting brackets along with…
135
…the tub counterbalance spring.
136
Be aware you may need to use force to successfully remove them.
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Next, remove the three spring mounting brackets.
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Disconnect the water level pressure switch tube.
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Using pliers, release the clamp that secures the drain hose to the tub port and pull the hose off.
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Be prepared for water to spill out.
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Next, remove the outer tub by lifting it straight up off the mounting stem assembly.
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You may need to use some lubricant to successfully remove the tub.
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Set the tub aside.
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Remove the water shield.
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Carefully lift up the mounting stem assembly and gearcase and rotate the tri-base to access the suspension pads.
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If still intact, remove the old suspension pads with a flathead screwdriver.
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Install the three new suspension pads…
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By aligning the pegs in the pad with the holes in the tri-base and tapping into place with a hammer.
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When all pads are installed, lift up the moutning stem assembly and rotate the tri-base back into position.
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Replace the water shield.
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Slide the outer tub back onto the mounting stem assembly.
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Secure the drain hose to the tub port…
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…and connect the water level pressure switch tube.
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Reinstall the three spring mounting brackets.
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Reconnect the three suspension springs…
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…and the counterbalance spring.
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Replace the drive block by aligning the two slots in the block with the two tabs in the drive tube and pushing the block down into position.
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Carefully replace the inner tub onto the drive shaft.
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Align the tub ring with the outer tub…
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… and secure it with the eight tabs.
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Screw the tub nut onto the drive block and tighten it with the spanner wrench and hammer.
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Next, place the agitator back onto the drive shaft…
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……and reinstall the bolt and washer.
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Replace the dust cap if your model has one.
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Replace the agitator cap.
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Snap the rinse dispenser into place and press the lock ring down with your thumbs.
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Reintall the water inlet spout by inserting the top portion of the tabs into the rear panel, then push the bottom portion of the tabs outward…
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…and press down to lock the spout into place.
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Reattach the hose and secure it with the clamp.
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Now, reinstall the cabinet.
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The front edge of the cabinet slides underneath the base frame.
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Use your foot to push it into position.
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Align the two notches in each side of the cabinet…
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…with the tabs on each side of the base frame.
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Now ease the cabinet to match up with the rear panel.
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Reinstall the spring clips.
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Reattach the wire connector.
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Rotate the control panel down and lock the clips into place or reinstall the two screws.
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If applicable to your model, replace the end caps by aligning…
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…the tab with the slot at the bottom and snapping the cap into position.
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You’re now ready to plug the appliance back in…
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… to make sure it’s functioning properly.
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As with any repair, be sure you’ve unplugged the appliance before beginning.
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Your first step is to move the control panel out of the way.
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To do this, remove the screws found at either end.
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On some models these screws may be located in the rear panel…
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…or they may be covered by plastic end caps.
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Pull the end cap off from the top to access the screw.
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Remove both screws…
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… and rotate the panel up.
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Some models use clips instead of screws to secure the control panel.
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Insert a putty knife between the control panel and the cabinet to release the clips.
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Now, unplug the wire connector...
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…and snap out the spring clips using a flathead screwdriver.
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Tilt the cabinet toward you, slide forward and remove.
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Your next step is to remove the water inlet spout.
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Use pliers to release the clamp that secures the hose to the spout and pull the hose off.
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Push the two tabs of the spout outwards and lift up to detach the spout from the rear panel.
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Now, remove the agitator.
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If the dispenser has a lock ring, pull the ring up with your fingers, then twist the dispenser upwards to remove.
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Next, remove the agitator cap.
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Depending on your model, you may also need to remove a dust cap.
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Hold the agitator base and use a 7/16th inch socket to remove the bolt and washer.
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Lift the agitator off of the drive shaft.
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Use a spanner wrench and hammer to remove the tub nut.
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Next, remove the tub ring.
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Press down on the rim to help release the eight tabs.
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Now, remove the inner tub by lifting it
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Straight up.
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Your next step is to detach the drive block.
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Gently tap the block with a hammer to loosen, then pull it straight up off the drive tube.
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Use pliers to remove all three suspension springs from the mounting brackets along with…
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…the tub counterbalance spring.
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Be aware you may need to use force to successfully remove them.
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Next, remove the three spring mounting brackets.
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Disconnect the water level pressure switch tube.
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Using pliers, release the clamp that secures the drain hose to the tub port and pull the hose off.
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Be prepared for water to spill out.
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Next, remove the outer tub by lifting it straight up off the mounting stem assembly.
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You may need to use some lubricant to successfully remove the tub.
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Once the outer tub is removed, set it on its side.
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You’re now ready to replace the tub seal.
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If still intact, remove the old seal.
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To install the new tub seal…
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Turn the tub upside down and push the seal in until it snaps into place.
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Slide the outer tub back onto the mounting stem assembly.
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Secure the drain hose to the tub port…
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…and connect the water level pressure switch tube.
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Reinstall the three spring mounting brackets.
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Reconnect the three suspension springs…
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…and the counterbalance spring.
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Replace the drive block by aligning the two slots in the block with the two tabs in the drive tube and pushing the block down into position.
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Carefully replace the inner tub onto the drive shaft.
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Align the tub ring with the outer tub…
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… and secure it with the eight tabs.
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Screw the tub nut onto the drive block and tighten it with the spanner wrench and hammer.
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Next, place the agitator back onto the drive shaft…
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……and reinstall the bolt and washer.
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Replace the dust cap if your model has one.
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Replace the agitator cap.
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Snap the rinse dispenser into place and press the lock ring down with your thumbs.
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Reintall the water inlet spout by inserting the top portion of the tabs into the rear panel, then push the bottom portion of the tabs outward…
244
…and press down to lock the spout into place.
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Reattach the hose and secure it with the clamp.
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Now, reinstall the cabinet.
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The front edge of the cabinet slides underneath the base frame.
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Use your foot to push it into position.
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Align the two notches in each side of the cabinet…
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…with the tabs on each side of the base frame.
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Now ease the cabinet to match up with the rear panel.
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Reinstall the spring clips.
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Reattach the wire connector.
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Rotate the control panel down and lock the clips into place or reinstall the two screws.
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If applicable to your model, replace the end caps by aligning…
256
…the tab with the slot at the bottom and snapping the cap into position.
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You’re now ready to plug the appliance back in…
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… to make sure it’s functioning properly.
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Anncr: if your model has a rinse dispenser, you’ll need to remove it first.
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If the dispenser has a lock ring, pull the ring up with your fingers, then twist the dispenser upwards to remove.
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Next, remove the agitator cap.
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Use a flathead screwdriver to help pry it off.
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Depending on your model, you may also need to remove a dust cap.
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Hold the agitator base and use a 7/16th inch socket to remove the bolt and washer.
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Lift the agitator off of the drive shaft.
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With the agitator on the floor, place both feet on the base and pull the top portion off to access the agitator ring.
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Remove the old ring.
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Install the new agitator ring…
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By aligning the four tabs in the ring with the four slots in the agitator base so it rests flush against the rim.
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Align the slots in the top portion of the agitator…
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…with the tabs in the base…
273
… and snap into position.
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Place the agitator back onto the drive shaft…
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……and reinstall the bolt and washer.
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Replace the dust cap if your model has one.
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Snap on the agitator cap.
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If your model has a rinse dispenser, push it down until it snaps into place and press the lock ring down with your thumbs.
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You’re now ready to turn on the appliance to make sure it’s functioning properly.
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Anncr: lift the lid of your washer to access the bleach dispenser cup.
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Use your fingers to squeeze the side of the cup closest to the tub rim…
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…to release the two front locking tabs.
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Then lift up to remove.
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Install the new bleach cup…
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…by inserting the long rear tab under the cabinet top…
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…and pushing the cup down until the two front tabs lock into place.
Applicable Product Model
Parts Needed
Agitator Repair Kit
$38.21
Total$0.00
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