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Wednesday, September 5, 2012

Reasons to Replace the Tub In a Whirlpool Washer

If you have noticed leaking water under your washer or even foul odors in washed clothes, it may be time to take a look at the tub. Years of use can build up sediment around a tub. This will not only start to create foul odors but can also lead to tub corrosion. The average person can remove the tub in a Whirlpool washer. The tub can be thoroughly cleaned and inspected for damage after removal from the washer.

We carry the COMPLETE TUB – Whirlpool Part # W10269756.
Includes:

Outer Tub – Whirlpool Part # W10253866
Tub Gasket – Whirlpool Part # 8181673
Stainless Steel Basket – Whirlpool Part # W10269756
Counterweight – Whirlpool Part # W10008880
Rear Counterweight – Whirlpool Part # 8181644

This part also works with the following brands: Admiral, Estate, Inglis, Kenmore, KitchenAid, Roper, Maytag, Kenmore, Admiral, Crosley, Jenn-Air, Hardwick, Magic Chef, Amana, Caloric & Glenwood.

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Things You’ll Need

  • Phillips-head screwdriver
  • Flathead screwdriver
  • Socket wrench set

Instructions

    • Disconnect the Whirlpool washer power cord from the wall outlet. Move the washer away from the wall so the control console can be placed into the service position without damaging the wall.
    • 2
      Unscrew the retaining screws on the front end of the control console that secure the console to the top of the washer with a Phillips-head screwdriver. Lift the front of the control console and set it back on its hinges to place the console in the service position.
    • 3
      Disconnect the two brass holding clips on the top corner of the washer by inserting a flathead screwdriver into the clip and prying the clip out. The brass clips secure the rear panel to the top of the washer. Unplug the lid switch connector on the top rear of the washer. Press in on the single locking tab and pull the connector apart. Lift the washer cabinet off of the washer base and out of your way.
    • 4
      Remove the fabric softener from the top of the agitator by pulling it straight off with your hand. There is a debris cap inside the agitator. Remove the debris cap by grabbing the handle and lifting it out of the agitator. Use a socket wrench to remove the agitator bolt from the center of the agitator. Grab the bottom of the agitator and lift it straight out of the tub.
    • 5
      Unsnap the eight tab clips that secure the upper tub ring around the outside tub. It may be necessary to use a flathead screwdriver to pry the clips apart. Lift the tub ring off of the washer tub.
    • 6
      Use a spanner wrench to loosen the spanner nut on the spin tube inside the washer tub and inner basket. Insert a large flathead screwdriver into the spanner block and twist the handle to expand the spanner block. Lift the inner basket out of the outer tub.
    • 7
      Compress the compression clamp on the hose connected to the side of the outer tub and pull the hose off of the tub with a pair of pliers. Locate the three areas that the tub attaches to the tub support. There is a spring, locating tab and two screws at each location. Disconnect these three areas and lift the tub away from the washer.
Read more: How to Remove the Tub in a Whirlpool Washer | eHow.com http://www.ehow.com/how_5633400_remove-tub-whirlpool-washer.html#ixzz25c2s3glX

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