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

1. • 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.
     
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     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.
     

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How to Replace The Flame Sensor in a Whirlpool Gas Dryer

If properly maintained, your gas dryer will last for years. However, even the highest quality dryer will eventually require some repairs to extend its life. If your gas dryer tumbles clothes but is unable to provide hot air, the problem likely stems from a faulty flame sensor. If your dryer’s flame sensor fails, gas doesn’t flow because the ignitor won’t shut off. To fix the problem, you’ll need to change the flame sensor on your gas dryer.

Part # 338906. This genuine OEM Whirlpool Flame Sensor senses heat from the igniter and allows the gas valve to open.

Whirlpool brands include Whirlpool, Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Magic Chef, Admiral, Norge, Roper, and some Kenmore models.

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Things You’ll Need:

•     Small screwdriver
•     New flame sensor

Flame Sensor Diagnosis:

1
Unplug your dryer. Locate and remove the access panel. This panel is typically located on the front of your machine and can be opened without using tools.

2
Set your dryer to its highest setting. Turn on the dryer. Because the electricity is off, the tumbler won’t start, but the gas system will.

3
Observe the gas system through the access panel. Within a few seconds of turning on the dryer, the ignitor will begin to light up. Watch for 60 seconds. If the ignitor does not go out, you have a faulty flame sensor. Turn off your dryer.

Changing the Sensor

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Remove the wire leads that attach to the flame sensor. These may clip on or be attached with screws. Because the exact location of the flame sensor varies across brands, look at a schematic of your dryer to find the flame sensor. Look for a small box with two metal tabs running parallel to one another.

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Remove the screw that holds the flame sensor to the interior of the dryer. The bottom of the flame sensor hooks onto the dryer with a small tab. Once the screw is removed, wiggle the sensor to free it from the dryer. Set the old sensor aside.

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Position the new flame sensor so it is in the same spot as the old one. The hole in the sensor for the holding screw needs to line up with the hole inside your dryer. Use the screwdriver to insert the screw to hold the sensor in place.

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Reattach the wire leads to the new flame sensor. Replace the access panel. Plug your dryer back into the socket.

Tips & Warnings

You can also test the flame sensor with a multimeter if you have one. Remove the wire leads from the sensor. Place the multimeter’s probes where the wire leads were. A zero reading means the sensor is still working. A reading of 100 means the sensor is faulty.

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How To Install a Whirlpool Dryer Igniter

 

Part # 686590 (also part # 279311). This genuine OEM Whirlpool Dryer Igniter is a Flat style igniter and replaces both round and flat igniters. Also known as a Glo-Bar. Fits Whirlpool, Maytag, Kenmore, Estate, Sears and Roper gas dryers.

Instructions:

• 1
  Unplug the Whirlpool dryer from the wall outlet. Go to the back of the dryer, and turn off the gas supply valve. The gas supply shutoff valve is on the house gas line before the flex gas hose to the dryer.
  
• 2
  Disconnect the gas line to the dryer with a wrench. Turn the connector on the flex hose where it connects to the dryer counterclockwise.
  
• 3
  Go to the front of the dryer, and insert a flathead screwdriver between the toe panel and the front panel. Push the screwdriver handle up to pry the top of the toe panel away from the dryer. Move the toe panel away from the work area.
  
• 4
  Disconnect the wiring harness that connects to the flame sensor on the burner can. The harness will pull apart with your fingers. Remove the wiring harness from the burner connector on the base of the dryer below the burner.
  
• 5
  Remove the two screws that secure the burner assembly bracket to the base of the dryer with a socket wrench. The burner assembly fits inside the burner tube, and the mounting bracket is in front of the burner tube.
  
• 6
  
  Push the burner assembly forward to release the assembly from the bottom tabs. Pull the burner assembly out of the dryer.
  
• 7
  
  Disconnect the wire connector from the burner assembly to the igniter with your fingers. The igniter mounts to the front of the burner assembly. Remove the screw securing the igniter to the burner assembly with a Phillips-head screwdriver.
  
• 8
  
  Grab the igniter by the rear, and pull it off the burner assembly. Place the new igniter into position, and secure the igniter with the retaining screw. Connect the burner assembly wire harness to the igniter harness until they lock into place.
  
• 9
  Set the burner assembly inside the dryer, and position the tabs on the mounting bracket into the tab slots on the base of the dryer. Secure the burner assembly bracket with the retaining screws. Connect the flame sensor wiring harness and the burner connector harness. Push both connectors together until they lock tight.
  
• 10
  Position the toe panel back on the dryer cabinet, and push the toe panel until the retaining springs lock into place. Reconnect the gas line to the back of the dryer, and tighten the connection with the wrench.
  
• 11
  Turn the gas valve on, and apply a solution of 50 percent dish soap and 50 percent water mixed in a small container with a brush around the connection. If bubbles appear around the connection, tighten the connection. Turn off the gas valve before tightening the connection. Repeat until no bubbles appear. Plug the dryer back into the wall outlet.

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