Video & Articles: Appliance & Equipment RepairLG/Kenmore Front Load Washer Shipping Bolts #4011FR3159E

LG/Kenmore Front Load Washer Shipping Bolts #4011FR3159E

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This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the shipping bolt assembly on a front-loading LG/Kenmore washing machine. The most common reason for replacing the shipping bolts is when the washer is vibrating.

All of the information for this shipping bolts replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
LG, Kenmore

Tools needed: socket wrench

Step By Step Instructions

1
Your washer was delivered with shipping bolts installed to secure the tub during transportation.
2
These bolts should have been removed before operation.
3
If you plan to transport the washer to a new location, you will need to reinstall them.
4
You will need two short bolts and two long ones.
5
Your first step is to unsnap the cabinet plugs in the rear panel.
6
Now use a short shipping bolt to secure the top of the tub by inserting it into one of the upper cabinet holes.
7
Use a 12 millimeter socket or wrench to tighten the bolt.
8
Use a long shipping bolt to secure the bottom of the tub.
9
A long bolt with a bracket attached will allow you to secure the washer's power cord.
10
Once the washer has been transported to its new location, you must remove all shipping bolts and snap in the cabinet plugs.
Description
This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the shipping bolt assembly on a front-loading LG/Kenmore washing machine. The most common reason for replacing the shipping bolts is when the washer is vibrating.

All of the information for this shipping bolts replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
LG, Kenmore

Tools needed: socket wrench
Step-By-Step Instructions
1
Your washer was delivered with shipping bolts installed to secure the tub during transportation.
2
These bolts should have been removed before operation.
3
If you plan to transport the washer to a new location, you will need to reinstall them.
4
You will need two short bolts and two long ones.
5
Your first step is to unsnap the cabinet plugs in the rear panel.
6
Now use a short shipping bolt to secure the top of the tub by inserting it into one of the upper cabinet holes.
7
Use a 12 millimeter socket or wrench to tighten the bolt.
8
Use a long shipping bolt to secure the bottom of the tub.
9
A long bolt with a bracket attached will allow you to secure the washer's power cord.
10
Once the washer has been transported to its new location, you must remove all shipping bolts and snap in the cabinet plugs.

Applicable Product Model

Parts Needed
Recommended Tools and Accessories
Cleaner
Cleaner
$7.62
Total$0.00

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