SHARP p060331 Service Manual

PRODUCT TRAINING

WM2688H*M Discovery Steam Washer

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Contact Information

Customer Service (and Part Sales) [phone]
Technical Support (and Part Sales) [phone]

USA Website us.lgservice.com
Customer Service Website us.lgservice.com
B2B Service Website biz.lgservice.com

LG CS Academy lgcsacademy.com

Published March 2006 by LG Technical Support and Training

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Preliminary Matters (The Fine Print)

IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE

The information in this training manual is intended for use by persons
possessing an adequate background in electrical equipment, electronic
devices, and mechanical systems. In any attempt to repair a major
appliance, personal injury and property damage can result. The
manufacturer or seller maintains no liability for the interpretation of this
information, nor can it assume any liability in conjunction with its use.
When servicing this product, under no circumstances should the
original design be modified or altered without permission from LG
Electronics. Unauthorized modifications will not only void the warranty,
but may lead to property damage or user injury. If wires, screws, clips,
straps, nuts, or washers used to complete a ground path are removed
for service, they must be returned to their original positions and
properly fastened.

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CAUTION

To avoid personal injury, disconnect the power before servicing this
product. If electrical power is required for diagnosis or test purposes,
disconnect the power immediately after performing the necessary checks.
Also be aware that many household appliances present a weight hazard.
At least two people should be involved in the installation or servicing of
such devices. Failure to consider the weight of an appliance could result in
physical injury.

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ESD NOTICE

Some of the electronic in appliances are electrostatic discharge (ESD)
sensitive. ESD can weaken or damage the electronics in these appliances
in a manner that renders them inoperative or reduces the time until their
next failure. Connect an ESD wrist strap to a ground connection point or
unpainted metal in the appliance. Alternatively, you can touch your finger
repeatedly to a ground connection point or unpainted metal in the
appliance. Before removing a replacement part from its package, touch the
anti-static bag to a ground connection point or unpainted metal in the
appliance. Handle the electronic control assembly by its edges only. When
repackaging a failed electronic control assembly in an anti-static bag,
observe these same precautions.

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Preliminary Matters (The Fine Print)

REGULATORY INFORMATION

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits
are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference
when the equipment is operated in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy, and,
if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may
cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures: Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna; Increase
the separation between the equipment and the receiver; Connect the
equipment to an outlet on a different circuit than that to which the receiver
is connected; or consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician
for help.

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Preliminary Matters (The Fine Print)

COMPLIANCE

The responsible party for this device’s compliance is:

LG Electronics Alabama, Inc.
201 James Record Road,
Huntsville, AL, 35824.

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Introduction

The DISCOVERY series of washers and dryers is the top of
the line and includes every option and feature.

Most notable are the steam generator and the LCD display.

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Specifications

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Features

LARGE CAPACITY

The larger drum (4.0 cu. ft.) allows washing of
larger (heavier) loads and oversized items
(comforters, curtains, blankets, etc.) There is less
wrinkling and tangling of the laundry.

DIRECT DRIVE

The brushless DC motor drives the drum directly

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without belts, pulleys, or transmissions. The
maximum spin speed of 1,320 RPM extracts more
water from the laundry, reducing drying times.

TILTED DRUM/LARGE DOOR

The tilted drum (10°) and large door opening allow
easier loading and unloading.

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Features (continued)

STEAM WASHING/SteamFresh®

The steam feature works with the recirculating pump to
increase washing performance while maintaining low energy
and water usage. SteamFresh® removes wrinkles from dry
clothes.

ROLLER JETS and BALLS

The baffles pick up water as the drum turns and allow it to
pour through the clothing as it tumbles. The balls enhance
the washing performance while maintaining fabric care.

AUTOMATIC LOAD DETECTION

The microprocessor reads the current required to turn the
drum and determines the weight of the load. This input is
used to make numerous decisions during the wash cycle.

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Features (continued)

BUILT-IN HEATER

The internal heater helps maintain the water at
its optimal temperature for selected cycles.
The SANITARY cycle kills most common germs
and bacteria.

CHILD LOCK

This allows the user to lock the controls. Children
then cannot play with the buttons and disturb the

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wash cycle.

REMOTE LAUNDRY MONITOR

Available separately, the remote monitor displays the
cycle and remaining time of the washer and dryer. It
can be plugged in to any outlet in the house.

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Features (continued)

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LCD Display

The bright display replaces numerous LEDs and
shows instructions when the controls are set.

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Serial Number Identification

The serial number is
unique to each product.
It gives information
concerning the time and
place of manufacture. The
serial number is required to
be paid for warranty
service and to get the
correct part in the event a
running production change
was made. Some models
may have four (4) letters
instead of two (2) for the
product code number. The
third and fourth letters are
significant only to the
manufacturing facility.

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Fuzzy Logic

To get the best washing performance, the user selects one of the standard
cycles. Sensors in the COMBO make an infinitely variable number of
adjustments as the cycle progresses. Adjustments are automatically made
for load size, incoming water temperature, soil level, rinses required, and
other variables.

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Door Lock

The door has an automatic, electrically operated lock system. When the
machine is off or paused, the door can be opened by pulling it. When the
machine is operating, the electric latch keeps the door closed.
The door cannot be opened:

•When the COMBO is operating

•When the power failed or the washer is unplugged
(until the capacitor discharges and releases the lock)

•When the DOOR LOCK light is on

•When the drum is still turning

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Door Locked Lamp

DOOR LOCKED LAMP

The DOOR LOCK lamp lights:

• When the COMBO is operating

• When the water level sensor frequency is lower than 22.9 kHz

• When the temperature inside the tub is over 45° C (113°F)

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Water Circulation

The recirculation pump circulates the water during most of the cycle.
During the WASH cycle, it runs continuously for the first 3 minutes and
then intermittently throughout the cycle. During the RINSE cycle, it runs
continuously as soon as the appropriate amount of rinse water has been
added. This recirculated water enters the drum at the top of the door at a
small shower head. This spray not only keeps the window and gasket
clean, it allows the clothes to be soaked with detergent or rinse water more
quickly and can be used to control an oversudsing event.

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Water Recirculation

The recirculation pump is separate
from the drain pump, but they are
attached to opposite sides of the filter
housing.

The steam is not pumped; it comes
into the washer drum under its own
pressure. When steam or the sanitary
cycle is used, the door will remain
locked until the laundry has cooled to

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a safe temperature.
The pumps and filter are located at

the bottom left front corner. The filter
can be unscrewed, cleaned, and
replaced.

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Water Circulation

Use the small drain hose to
evacuate the water
remaining in the bottom of
the tub before removing the
filter.

The drain pump is on the
left and exhausts the water
via the gray corrugated
hose.

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The recirculating pump is
on the right and recirculates
water from the tub to the
shower spray at the top of
the door gasket via the
smaller black hose.

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Parts Identification

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Air Vent

The air vent on the back of the machine must be left open and clear at all
times.

If the washer is installed in a closet or closed laundry alcove, there must be
sufficient clearance and ventilation. The closet should have a full louvered
door with at least 800 square inches (0.5 m2) of open area for ventilation.

The washer requires a space of at least 1 inch (2.5 cm) between the wall
and the machine on each side and at least 4 inches (10 cm) between the
back of the washer and the wall.

Additional space may be needed for servicing.

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Accessories

The washer comes with the two input hoses. The blue stripe is for cold
water and the red stripe is for hot water. While the hoses are mechanically
identical, it is critical to the performance of the washer to have the hot and
cold hoses connected correctly.

The wrench is used to remove (and replace) the shipping bolts and to
adjust the leveling feet. Be sure to leave it and encourage the customer to
retain the wrench, the four shipping bolts, and the manual in a safe place
in the event the washer requires service or the customer moves.

The shipping bolts MUST BE REMOVED before operating the washer.

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Remote Laundry Monitor and Modem

The remote laundry monitor
(RLM) allows the user to
monitor the progress of both
washer and dryer, provided they
are quipped with a modem.

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Install The Washer Modem

Remove the cover and install
the modem on the back of the
washer.

Save the small socket cover
and screws in the event you
need to remove the modem for
some reason. The socket
should be covered at all times.

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Install the Dryer Modem

If you’re installing both the washer
and the dryer at this time, you might
as well install the dryer modem now.

Remove the cover and
install the modem on the
back of the dryer.

Save the small socket cover
and screws in the event you
need to remove the modem
for some reason. The
socket should be covered at
all times.

After installation is complete,
plug in the washer, dryer,

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and monitor, in that order.
Turn on the washer and
dryer. Press and hold the
SET button on the monitor.

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Remove The Shipping Bolts

Remove the shipping bolts.

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Install On A Firm, Flat Surface

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Level The Washer

Rock the corners to determine which leg is off.
Adjust the front legs to get the washer level both front-to-back

and side-to-side. Push it into position and fine-tune the leveling.

Lock the adjusters when you are finished.

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Water Connections

Be sure the rubber washer is inside
the hose end. Attach the hoses to the
washer (red is HOT, blue is COLD).

Tighten them firmly but don’t strip the
plastic threads on the washer
connections.

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Drain Connections

The drain pipe should be firmly
attached to the standpipe or the
laundry tub or sink where it drains.
The pump has sufficient power to
cause the pipe to move around
when the water is expelled. The
pump can lift the drain water a
maximum of 96 inches (2.4 m),
but there is no minimum height

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requirement. The vacuum breaker
in the drain line will prevent
drainage by gravity or siphoning.
The hose can lay flat into a floor
drain as long as the end of it is not
submerged.

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Electrical Connections

The steam washer requires a 120 VAC, 60 Hz., dedicated, 20-amp circuit.

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Control Panel

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Option Buttons

Press to add a pre-wash cycle. (Press and hold to select or
deselect the Child Lock function)

Press after power-up without selecting a cycle to rinse and
spin ONLY, without washing! (Press and hold to turn the
drum light on while the washer is operating.)

Press to add an extra rinse cycle.
(Press and hold to run a tub cleaning cycle. The washer
must be empty!)

Press to add additional washing time.
Press to add extra water to the wash and rinse cycles.

(Press and hold this button with the washer OFF and then
press POWER to access the language menu.)

To select the optional feature, follow the instructions in
parentheses.

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Program Chart

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Safety Revisited

BEFORE PERFORMING SERVICE

•Be careful to avoid electric shock when disconnecting parts
for troubleshooting.

•Most terminals in the steam washer have 120 VAC or DC on them,
sometimes even when the washer is off.

•The steam generator operates at a high temperature. Be careful when
servicing it. It can be drained in place by removing the drain cap,
but have a hose or a big towel ready to soak up the spillage.

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Dispenser

Main Wash
(Siphon box for
liquids in place)

Liquid Bleach

The dispenser drawer is a multi­chambered reservoir that allows the
user to add all the appropriate laundry
additives before starting the cycle. It
has a place for pre-wash detergent,
main wash detergent, fabric softener,
and bleach. Powdered or liquid
detergents may be used, but softener
and bleach must be liquids.

Detergents should carry the HE

Liquid Softener

Pre Wash
(Liquid or Powder)

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designation.

Do not use regular detergents in the
washer or oversudsing will occur.

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Dispenser

The dispenser works by using
various solenoids to apply water
to different compartments. The
liquid products are dispensed
from a siphon box. As the
appropriate chamber is flooded,

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the box fills and the water
flushes the laundry product into
the tub. It is mixed with water
before contacting the laundry to
prevent spotting or damaging
the fabric.

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Dispenser

Notice that the pre-wash and
main wash fill tubes enter the
dispenser at an angle. If one
or the other fill valve is
opened, the water goes into
the appropriate detergent
compartment.
However, if they are opened
simultaneously, the streams
deflect and dispense the

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softener. Some water may run
through the main and pre­wash compartments, but
since the detergent has
already been dispensed in an
earlier part of the cycle, this is
of no consequence.

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Dispenser

If liquid detergent is added to the pre­wash box, it will run immediately into
the tub. This does not affect the
operation of the cycle.

To use liquid detergent in the main
wash, place the detergent siphon box
in the main wash compartment.

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Otherwise, the main wash liquid
detergent will run into the tub along
with the pre-wash detergent, causing
oversudsing in the pre-wash and no
cleaning in the main wash.

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Dispenser

The siphon boxes are designed to
hold a liquid laundry product until
the appropriate time for dispensing
into the load.

When the box fills with water, it
begins to discharge its contents
into the washer fill stream. Once
the siphon action has started, it will
continue until the siphon box has

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emptied itself.
Use only regular viscosity bleaches

and softeners; the ultra versions
are usually much thicker and do not
dispense well, if at all.

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Direct Drive Motor

The motor is a direct-drive,
brushless, DC motor. It is
attached to the drum via a splined
shaft, eliminating belts, pulleys,
transmissions, and the inherent
problems associated with them.
The rotor is attached to the shaft
by one large bolt.

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Direct Drive Motor

The DC motor can be driven from
stopped to maximum speed in infinite
steps in either direction. There are 36
poles on the stator; 12 permanent
magnets spaced around the rotor.
There are no brushes to wear out.
Unlike a more traditional brushless
motor, the rotor surrounds the stator

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rather than being attached to it.
A Hall Effect sensor determines the
speed and direction of the motor.
It also can read that the load is off
balance when the drum speed
fluctuates.

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Motor

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Motor/Hall Effect Sensor

The Hall Effect sensor is
easily removed and
replaced. You’ll have to
remove the rotor and stator
to access the sensor. When
replacing the rotor, you’ll
probably need a helper to
hold the drum in place when
you push the rotor onto the
shaft. Otherwise, the drum

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may move forward enough
to make replacing the bolt
difficult. The helper can also
hold the drum from turning
while you tighten the bolt.

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Motor/Hall Effect Sensor

Before going to this trouble,
check the connector on the
main board. It is the red
connector closest to the

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heat sink.

Pull the connector off and
verify the board is receiving a
signal from the sensor.

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Test Mode

The steam washer
must be empty and
off to enter the
test mode.

Press and hold
SPIN SPEED and
SOIL LEVEL.

Press POWER.
Press

START/PAUSE
to cycle through
the test modes.

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Check Water Level Frequency

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Error Display

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Error Display

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Error Display

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Diagnosis

No Power

Water Inlet Issue

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Diagnosis

Door Error

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Diagnosis

Drain Issue

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Diagnosis

Oversudsing

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Diagnosis

Dispenser Issue

Error Code – Service

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Troubleshooting

No Power

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Troubleshooting

Vibration/Spin Noise

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Troubleshooting

No Water Supply

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Troubleshooting

Dispenser

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Troubleshooting

Unusual Noise

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Troubleshooting

Heater Error

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Troubleshooting

Drain Issue

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Troubleshooting

Wash Heater Issue

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Troubleshooting

Over-Temp Issue

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Troubleshooting

No Circulation

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Troubleshooting

Spin Issue

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Troubleshooting

dE Error

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Disassembly and Repair

The following pages will show the instructions for disassembly, repair,
replacement of parts, and re-assembly. Many times, electrical components
may be tested by connecting the appropriate meter to the leads or
connectors on the main PC Board.

(Refer to the block wiring diagram, next slide.)
Proper diagnosis will eliminate unnecessary labor and expedite repairs.

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Block Wiring Diagram

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Disassembly and Repair

Control Panel

1. Remove two screws on the back
of the top plate.

2. Pull the top plate backward and
lift, as shown.

3. Remove the detergent drawer.

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4. Remove two screws behind the
detergent drawer.

5. Disconnect the connector for
the Display PWB.

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Control Panel, continued

6. Remove one screw from the

7. Lift the top away from the

corner of the control panel.

support rail and pull the control
panel up and away to remove.

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8. Remove eight screws to
separate the control panel
and PWB.

9. Reassembly is the reverse of
these steps.

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Main Board
Often, you can diagnose a failed part by removing its connector on the

main board and connecting the tester to the leads in the connector.

1. Disconnect the POWER
connector and the
Water Level Sensor Switch.

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2. Remove the protective cover.
Press the plastic tabs out of the
way to remove the cover. The
main board is potted, so no
repairs to it are possible.

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Main Board, continued

3. Disconnect the connectors on the
main board. They are all different,
keyed, and color-coded to prevent
incorrect connection.

4. Pull the wires out of the way.

5. Remove one screw on the back of
the washer to release the main
board housing.

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6. Remove the main board by sliding
it to the right and lifting it up.

Replacement is accomplished by pressing
it toward the back of the washer and
sliding it toward the left.

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Dispenser

1. Remove the top plate.

2. Remove the dispenser drawer.

3. Remove two screws to release

4. Loosen the clamp on the large

the dispenser.

hose that runs from the

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dispenser to the drum.

Have an old towel handy to stuff under
the dispenser to soak up any spillage.

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Dispenser, continued

5. Disconnect the connector from

#1 Blue; yellow and black wires
#2 Red; violet and black wires

the solenoid. Make a note of
the color codes and
connections.

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#3 White; white and black wires
#4 Blue; gray and black wires
#5 Red; blue and black wires (hot)

6. Remove two screws from the
back of the cabinet

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Noise Filter

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1. Remove the connectors
from the noise filter.

2. Remove the screw from
the top bracket.

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Disassembly and Repair

Front Cover

1. Remove the top plate.

2. Remove the control panel.

3. Remove four screws that
secure the front panel.

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4. Remove the screw that
secures the filter cover.

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Front Cover, continued

5. Use a flat screwdriver or a putty
knife to loosen the filter cover
and pull it out.

6. Stick the screwdriver into the
cover slot and pry it out
sideways to free it.

7. Drain the sump by pulling out

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the little hose by the filter cover.
Let the water (maybe as much
as a quart) drain into a shallow
pan. Don’t pull the hose out so
far you kink it or the water will
not flow.

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Front Cover, continued

8. Open the door.

9. Remove the clamp using
special tool 383EER4001A.

10. Lean the cabinet front forward, being
careful to avoid breaking the glass.
The door is HEAVY.

11. Disconnect the door switch connector.

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(Remember to replace it upon

reassembly.)

12. Lift the door and front cover off the
cabinet base as an assembly. Lay it
face down on a blanket or some other
protective surface.

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Door Remove the door with the front cover still

on the machine.

1. Open the door.

2. Remove seven screws from the
hinge cover.

3. Pry off the hinge cover with a
flat screwdriver.

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4. Remove the screw at the bottom
of the hinge.

5. Lift the door off the hinge.

CAUTION! The door is HEAVY!

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Door Switch Removal

1. Open the door.

2. Remove the gasket clamp
using special tool
383EER4001A.

3. Remove the two screws
holding the switch.

4. Push the gasket aside to
remove the switch.

5. Unplug the switch to

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change it.

6. Make sure the wires don’t
fall back in before you can
replace the switch.

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Disassembly and Repair

Pump

1. Remove the front cabinet.

2. Drain the water from the

3. Remove the clamps and

4. Remove two screws and push

sump.

hoses.

the pump backward and up.

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5. Press down the plastic tab on
the base to slide the pump
assembly backward.

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Pump

6. You can tilt the pump
in either direction to
remove/replace the

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individual pumps
without having to
remove the tub.

Have a towel handy
to catch the spillage.

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Disassembly and Repair

Heater

1. Remove the front cabinet.

2. Drain the water from the

3. Remove the push-on

4. Remove the nut that holds

sump.

connectors from the heater.

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the ground wire. Then loosen
but do not remove the nut
that secures the heater
clamp and pull the heater
out. You may have to wiggle
it to release the gasket.

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Disassembly and Repair

Thermistor

1. Remove the front cabinet.

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2. Drain the water from the
sump.

3. Unplug the white connector.

4. Hold the bracket and pull
the thermistor out.

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Removal of Foreign Objects

1. Remove the top cover.

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2. Remove the front cabinet
cover.

3. Remove the heater.

4. Fish out the foreign object(s)
using a wire or bar.

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Interior Light

1. Remove the top cover.

2. Separate the connector near

3. Remove the lamp assembly

4. Replacement is the reverse of

the lamp.

and lead wire from the gasket.

this procedure.

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Motor

For technical information concerning the
direct drive DC motor, refer to page 22.)

1. Remove the back cover.

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2. Remove the large bolt in the
center shaft. (Your helper can
hold the inside of the drum.)

3. Pull the rotor off the shaft.

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Motor

1. Remove two screws from the

2. Remove six bolts on the stator.

tub bracket.

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3. Unplug two connectors on the
stator.

4. Pull the stator off the shaft.

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Motor

5. When re-installing, the
clamps and the ground screw
must be installed and the
connectors pressed into place

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before the rotor is bolted onto
the shaft.

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Tub and Drum

Removing the tub/drum assembly is
major surgery. It is much lighter if you
remove the weights and the motor.
Generally speaking, you’ll have to
remove all that anyway.

1. Remove the motor.

2. Drain the water from the sump.

3. Remove the control panel.

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4. Remove the front cabinet.

5. Disconnect all hoses and
electrical connections.

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6. Separate the three dampers.

Tub and Drum

You can remove just one end
now and the other one after

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the drum is out.

7. Pry apart the retainer clip.

8. Carefully lift the tub up off the
springs and remove it from
the machine.

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Tub and Drum

[photo goes here]

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9. Unbolt the bolts around the
circumference of the seam.
Separate the halves. Be
careful to avoid damaging the
gasket. Do not pry on the
surfaces between the halves.

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Dampers

1. Disconnect the dampers from
the tub and the base. (See
photos, left.)

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Be sure to press in the safety
tab before pushing the pin out
of the damper. You can use a
socket to hold the tab in while
you squeeze the pin with the
special tool 383EER4003A.

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Dampers

2. The flat end goes on the
pointed end and the split

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end allows the head end to
pass through while the pin
is pushed out.

The color and/or
appearance of the damper
may vary by model.

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3. Use special tool 383EER4003A

Dampers

to remove the damper pins. If
you are replacing the dampers,
you’ll have to remove both
ends. If you are removing the
tub for major repair work,
disconnect the damper ends at
the base and leave the other
ends connected until you
remove the tub. When putting

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the tub back into the machine,
connect the dampers to the tub
first. It is much easier that way.

4. Be careful not to pull the
dampers apart while they are
disconnected.

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Turbo Steam Generator (TSG)

The TSG (Turbo Steam
Generator) is supplied as an
assembly only; parts like the
sensor, thermistor, or heater
cannot be replaced individually.

Diagnosis is limited to determining
malfunction and replacing as an
assembly.

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Have a hose available to slip onto
the connector or a large towel to
catch the water so it doesn’t run
down into the machine cabinet. If
you remove the steam generator
before draining it, be sure to avoid
tipping it and spilling the water.

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Turbo Steam Generator (TSG)

1. The steam generator can be

2. Unplug the washer.

removed as an assembly for
diagnosis and replacement.

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3. Disconnect all electrical
connections, including
ground.

4. Drain the water. (You can
drain the water later and it
is easier.)

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Turbo Steam Generator (TSG)

5. Remove all the cable straps by
squeezing the tabs and pulling
them out. They can be reused.

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6. Remove the four screws
holding the support rail in place
and two screws attaching
the steam generator.

7. Disconnect the hoses (water
input and steam output.)

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