Whirlpool MFW 9700S Washer User Manual


 
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REMOVING THE DRIVE MOTOR
1. Unplug washer or disconnect power.
2. Turn off the water supply to the washer.
3. Pull the washer away from the wall so that
you can access the rear panel.
4. Remove the rear panel from the washer
(see page 4-19 for the procedure).
5. Remove the two T-20 hex-head torx screws
from the bottom brace and remove the
brace.
Electrical Shock Hazard
Disconnect power before servicing.
Replace all parts and panels before
operating.
Failure to do so can result in death or
electrical shock.
WARNING
Drive MotorBottom Brace
6. Remove the drive belt from the end of the
drive motor shaft and then remove the belt
from the drive pulley.
7. Disconnect the green ground wire from
the drive motor frame.
8. Remove the 1/2 inch hex-washer-head
mounting bolt from the drive motor.
Drive Motor
Drive Pulley
Belt
Mounting Bolt
Ground Wire
Pivot Stud