Whirlpool GVW9959K-0 Washer User Manual


 
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Removing the Pump and Pump Motor
Refer to Figure 3-34 for these procedures.
1. Disconnect power from the washing machine.
2. Carefully lay the washer on its back.
3. Remove the bottom panel secured to the
washer frame.
4. Disconnect the pump motor wiring harness
from the connector block attached to the
front bottom frame rail.
4. Remove the two (2) clips securing the pump
to the pump motor.
5. Remove the three (3) bolts securing the
pump motor to the base plate. The start
capacitor for the pump motor is attached
to the pump motor housing.
NOTE: When replacing the pump motor, install new pump motor isolation grommets on the
mounting bracket. The metal surface of the isolation grommet faces the motor mount-
ing plate. Reinsert the motor wiring harness connector.
Replacing the Capacitor
1. Discharge the capacitor.
2. Remove the four wires from the capacitor terminals.
3. Loosen the screw on the capacitor mounting bracket.
4. Slide the capacitor from the mounting bracket.
NOTE: When reinstalling the capacitor, make sure the red wires are attached to one terminal
and the two yellow wires are attached to the other. Do not mix colors on one terminal.
Fig. 3-34
Replacing the Outer Tub
1. Disconnect power from the washing machine.
2. Prop the washer top in the service position and remove front panel.
3. Remove the spin basket, outer and inner wash plates and universal joint.
4. Disconnect the drive motor and pump motor wiring harnesses and remove the ground wire from
the motor plate.
5. Disconnect the pressure switch hoses and drain hose from the rear of the tub.
6. Disconnect the front shocks and cabinet cross brace.
7. Lift the suspension rods at each top corner gusset and rotate the metal hook to allow it to pass
through the slot in the top ball.
8. Slide the outer tub and motor plate through the front of the washer.
9. Remove the four (4) screws securing the tub to the motor plate/tub support and lift off.