Page 2 - WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY; CO
II INTRODUCTION This Job Aid, “AM-5, Apartment Maintenance Series- Laundry Products,” (Part No. 4322616) provides specific information for the installation, service and repair of Whirlpool Laundry products. “AM-5, Apartment Maintenance Series- Laundry Products,” has been compiled to provide the most...
Page 3 - III; TABLE OF CONTENTS; SECTION ONE - DIRECT DRIVE WASHER; Part A; COMPONENT ACCESS; Part D
III TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION .................................................................................. II TABLE OF CONTENTS ...................................................................... III SAFETY ..................................................................................
Page 4 - IV; SECTION TWO - 22” COMPACT WASHER; Part C
IV SECTION TWO - 22” COMPACT WASHER Part A THEORY OF OPERATION THEORY OF OPERATION THEORY OF OPERATION THEORY OF OPERATION THEORY OF OPERATION .................................................... .................................................... ......................................................
Page 6 - TROUBLESHOOTING AND DIAGNOSIS
VI SECTION FOUR - 27” GAS AND ELECTRICDRYERS Part A THEORY OF OPERATION .................................................... 8 1 Part B COMPONENT ACCESS COMPONENT ACCESS COMPONENT ACCESS COMPONENT ACCESS COMPONENT ACCESS ........................................................ .........................
Page 7 - VII; SECTION FIVE - 24” and 27” THIN TWIN; TECH TIPS
VII SECTION FIVE - 24” and 27” THIN TWIN Part A THEORY OF OPERATION ................................................. 105 Part B COMPONENT ACCESS (24) COMPONENT ACCESS (24) COMPONENT ACCESS (24) COMPONENT ACCESS (24) COMPONENT ACCESS (24) ........................................... ...............
Page 8 - VIII; SAFETY; YOUR SAFETY AND THE SAFETY OF OTHERS IS IMPORTANT; YOU WILL BE KILLED OR SERIOUSLY INJURED; DANGER
VIII SAFETY YOUR SAFETY AND THE SAFETY OF OTHERS IS IMPORTANT Safety messages have been provided in this manual where performing certain procedures maycause exposure to hazards that can kill or hurt you. This is the safety alert symbol. All safety messages will be preceded by the safetyalert symbol ...
Page 10 - KEY POINTS TO REMEMBER:; INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS; holders are attached to the base.
2 1. Carefully follow the installation instructions supplied with the washer for information related to your product. KEY POINTS TO REMEMBER: 2. Remove the shipping strap as follows: a. Carefully read, then remove the yellow label securing the power supply cord to the back of the washer. (Fig. 1-1) ...
Page 12 - Laundry Drain Requirements:; COMMON INSTALLATION PROBLEMS
4 NOTE: Laundry Drain Requirements: Laundry Tub or Utility Sink - 1. Laundry tub or utility sink should have a minimum capacity of 20 gallons.2. Top of tub or sink must be a minimum of 34” and not more than 72” from the bottom of the washer. Floor Drain - 1. Floor drain systems require a Siphon Brea...
Page 13 - THEORY OF OPERATION; FILL
5 Section One - Part B THEORY OF OPERATION All washers perform essentially the same four functions. They fill with water, agitate, drain the waterand spin the water out of the clothing. FILL Fig. 2-1 Water Level Switch Water Inlet Water Temperature Switch Timer Water Fill Valve
Page 14 - Before the washer can fill, the customer makes selections that:
6 1. Before the washer can fill, the customer makes selections that: • Control the length of the wash cycle by turning the timer control knob • Control the temperature of the wash and rinse water by setting the water temperature switch.The water temperature switch is identified by the dotted box in ...
Page 16 - AGITATION
8 AGITATION Fig. 2-8 Water Level Switch Timer Pump Drive Motor Gearcase
Page 18 - DRAIN
10 DRAIN Fig. 2-12 Water Level Switch Timer Pump Drive Motor Gearcase
Page 20 - SPIN
12 SPIN Fig. 2-15 Water Level Switch Timer Clutch (Spin) Gearcase Drive Motor Pump
Page 23 - COMPONENT LOCATION
15 WATER LEVEL SWITCH PUSH-BUTTON SWITCH TIMER PRESSURE DOME TUBE FILL VALVE LID SWITCH BLEACH DISPENSER HOSE BASKET GEARCASE CAPACITOR TUB SUPPORT DRAIN PUMP DRIVE MOTOR CENTRIFUGAL SWITCH SPRING SPRING BRACKET AGITATOR SUSPENSION PLATE TUB MAGICCLEAN LINT FILTER (if equipped) FABRIC SOFTENER DISPE...
Page 24 - ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD; Disconnect the washer from the electrical power outlet; ACCESSING COMPONENTS IN THE CONSOLE; Water Level Switch; Servicing Components in the Console; WARNING
16 ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD Disconnect the washer from the electrical power outlet before performing any service or repairs. Replace all panels before operating. Failure to follow these instructions could result in death or electrical shock. ACCESSING COMPONENTS IN THE CONSOLE A number of critical comp...
Page 25 - NOTE: DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REMOVE THE TIMER KNOB BY PULLING FROM; Slide the timer dial from the timer hub.; Removing the Timer
17 NOTE: DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REMOVE THE TIMER KNOB BY PULLING FROM THE FRONT. Doing so will damage the split shaft and require replacing theentire timer assembly. 1. To remove the timer knob, push the knob in from the front.2. At the back of the timer, pull the black tab out approximately 3/16”, then ...
Page 26 - Removing the Water Level Switch; Remove the Hex-head screw securing the; Removing the Push-Button Assembly; To remove the timer knob, push the knob
18 Removing the Water Level Switch 1. Pull the knob off of the switch shaft.2. Unplug the wiring harness connector from the switch assembly terminals and removepressure switch tubing. 3. Remove the Hex-head screw securing the water level switch mounting bracket to theconsole mounting plate (Fig. 3-7...
Page 27 - ACCESSING COMPONENTS INSIDE THE WASHER CABINET; Figure 3-8 for the following instructions.; INSET 1
19 NOTE: If necessary, the washer can be operated in all cycles with the cabinet removed.Install a jumper wire in the lid switchharness connector as shown. (Fig. 3-10) IMPORTANT: Use extreme caution when operating the washer withthe cabinet removed. ACCESSING COMPONENTS INSIDE THE WASHER CABINET Com...
Page 28 - REASSEMBLY NOTES; to lock the panel in position.; SERVICING THE TUB AND BASKET
20 5. The rear panel can be tilted back for additional access to components at rear of machine by twisting the rear panel support 90°, and then tilting the rear panel back. (Fig. 3-11) REAR PANEL SUPPORT REASSEMBLY NOTES When reassembling the cabinet make sure the following steps are taken: 1. When ...
Page 29 - The tub assembly is secured to the tub; SERVICING THE DRIVE MOTOR AND PUMP; Complete the removal of the basket by
21 5. The tub assembly is secured to the tub support at three locations. There are twoscrews, a suspension spring and a locat-ing tab at each of these locations.(Fig. 3-17) SERVICING THE DRIVE MOTOR AND PUMP The drive motor and pump can be accessed by removing the cabinet. The pump is a sealed unit ...
Page 30 - MOTOR COUPLER; In newer models it; START CAPACITOR
22 The motor of the Whirlpool Direct Drive Washeris a reversing type, running in one direction foragitation and in the other direction for drain andspin. The motor is held in place by two retainingclips and is coupled to the gearcase with twothree-prong couplers and an isolation coupler.(Fig. 3-1) M...
Page 31 - SERVICING THE GEARCASE; assembly to the tub support.; Servicing the Clutch
23 SERVICING THE GEARCASE 1. Remove the outer cabinet.2. Remove the agitator.3. Remove the pump and motor assemblies.4. Carefully lay the washer on its back.5. Remove the three (3) bolts securing the gearcase assembly to the tub support. 6. Pull the gearcase straight out of the basket drive tube, be...
Page 32 - Removing the Brake and Drive Assembly; gearcase assembly to the tub support.
24 Removing the Brake and Drive Assembly 1. Remove the outer cabinet.2. Remove the agitator.3. Remove the tub ring and basket.4. Remove the pump and motor assemblies.5. Carefully lay the washer on its back.6. Remove the three (3) bolts securing the gearcase assembly to the tub support. 7. Pull the g...
Page 33 - DIAGNOSIS AND TROUBLESHOOTING; DIAGNOSIS AND TROUBLESHOOTING CHART
25 PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE ACTION 1. MOTOR WILL NOT RUN 2. NO AGITATE OR SPIN BUT MOTOR RUNS 3. WATER WILL NOT ENTER MACHINE. 4. WATER LEVEL TOO LOW. 5. MACHINE WILL NOT AGITATE. 6. INTERMITTENT AGITATE. No/low voltage to machineThermal overload trippedTimer switchesPoor connection on timerMotor cent...
Page 34 - Shift actuator or cam damaged; PROBLEM; Replace gearcase
26 Agitator dogs wornExcessive clearance on pinionthrust or main drive gear Shift actuator or cam damaged Clogged drainPumpDrain hose kinked Lid openLid switch defectiveLid switch disconnect plug openWiring harnessTimer switchesMotorCam driver brokenWeak clutch springSpin tubeClothes between basket ...
Page 35 - COMPONENT TESTING; Contaminated linings; Replace brake assembly; WATER INLET VALVE; Repair or replace
27 COMPONENT TESTING Excessive use of bleachOverloading of machineForeign objectsWater level too lowAgitates during spinAgitator surface roughBasket surface rough Leak at agitator shaftLeak at cover sealToo much oil in gearcaseDefective cover Use of low water level with highagitationLeaking componen...
Page 37 - Discharge the capacitor using an insulated screwdriver.; WATER TEMPERATURE SWITCH
29 Check the high-speed windings by testing between the blue and white wires. A resistance readingbetween 3/4 ohm and 2 ohms should be present. Check the low-speed winding by testing between the violet and the white wire. A resistance readingbetween 1 1/2 and 3 ohms should be present. Check the moto...
Page 38 - TIMER; There should be continuity between the contacts.; WATER LEVEL SWITCH
30 TIMER To test the timer contacts, select the contacts to be tested; in this case, contact 10. Using the cycle sequence chart as a reference, turn the timer to the position where the contacts will beclosed. There should be continuity between the contacts. Turn the timer to a position where the con...
Page 39 - CONFIRMATION OF LEARNING EXERCISE; Motor centrifugal switch
31 CONFIRMATION OF LEARNING EXERCISE Test the following components to determine if they are good or bad. Verify with your instructor theresults of your testing. 1. Timer bypass contacts (2) 2. Motor centrifugal switch 3. Start capacitor 4. Motor windings
Page 42 - MODEL NUMBER DESIGNATION; SERIAL NUMBER DESIGNATION
34 MODEL NUMBER C A E 2 7 9 2 E W 0 MARKETINGCHANNEL I.S.I.if present PRODUCT GROUPC = LAUNDRY, COMMERCIALL = LAUNDRY DOMESTIC PRODUCT IDENTIFICATIONA = COMMERCIAL AUTOMATIC WASHERE = ELECTRIC DRYER (240 VOLT)G = GAS DRYERS = STACK COMMERCIAL DRYER FEATURE CODEE = ELECTRONICP = PUSHBUTTONW = WEB WID...
Page 43 - LIMITED WARRANTY; RESHIPPING KIT INFORMATION; Use for 24” & 27” Direct Drive Automatic Washers
35 ADDITIONAL LITERATURE SOURCES Additional literature covering the complete mechanical components of Whirlpool Washers and Dryersis available from: Whirlpool CorporationLiterature Department 1900 Whirlpool Drive LaPorte, In 46350-2585 1-800-851-4605 L55 Direct Drive Washers (Job Aid) Part No. LIT78...
Page 47 - GENERAL INFORMATION; • Wash
39 Fig. 1 Section Two - Part A THEORY OF OPERATION GENERAL INFORMATION Start Up Whenever the washer power cord is plugged into an electrical supply, the electronic control will beenergized. At this time, the microcontroller will be permanently on-line waiting for user input. Cycle/Status Indicators ...
Page 48 - CYCLES; Operation; Washing Action Cycle Selection; •SUPER WASH
40 When the selector switch is placed in the “OFF” position the washer will suspend all activity and waitfor further user input. Fill Until Full Agitate Normal Agitate Delicate Soak ½ Tub Drain Fill Agitate Normal Soak Drain Subinterval Spin Spin Fill Agitate Normal Agitate Delicate Soak Drain Subin...
Page 49 - Water Level Control; Water Temperature Switch
41 Water Level Control The load setting or water level control is determined through the use of an electromechanical pressureswitch which provides a 120VAC signal to the microcontroller. The microcontroller reads the signalfrom the water level pressure switch during fill, agitate or drain functions ...
Page 50 - CYCLE FUNCTIONS; First Step; Fill Cycle; NOTE: See FILL Strip Circuit on page 67.; Drain Cycle; NOTE: See DRAIN Strip Circuit on page 68.
42 CYCLE FUNCTIONS First Step With the Cycle Selector Knob in the OFF position, turn the Water Level and Wash/Rinse Water Tem-perature knobs to the desired settings. Fill Cycle NOTE: See FILL Strip Circuit on page 67. Turn the Cycle Selector Knob to the desired wash cycle. The washer will begin to f...
Page 51 - Spin Cycle; NOTE: See SPIN Strip Circuit on page 68.; The Splutch Assembly; The cam ring rotates to lower the slider.
43 Fig. 3 Spin Cycle NOTE: See SPIN Strip Circuit on page 68. The drain pump and brake solenoid are energized at the beginning of the Spin Cycle. The energizedbrake solenoid releases the brake and engages the splutch. For the first 120 seconds of the Spin Cycle the electronic control board sequentia...
Page 52 - The Gearcase Assembly
44 The Splutch Assembly During Wash/Agitate When a Wash/Agitate cycle occurs, the agitator which is connected to the shaft inside the spin tube, isrotated by the drive motor and the splutch pulley. At this time the brake solenoid is not energized.This leaves the slider disengaged from the pulley and...
Page 53 - WASHER TOP COMPONENTS; Washer Top Removal; Refer to Figures 6 and 7 for this procedure.; Remove control knobs.
45 Section Two - Part B COMPONENT ACCESS WASHER TOP COMPONENTS Washer Top Removal Refer to Figures 6 and 7 for this procedure. NOTE: Empty the washer of all clothes and water. Drain hose should be emptied into abucket or drain. 1. Remove control knobs. 2. Remove 4 screws at the rear of the washer to...
Page 54 - Circuit Board And Rotary Switch Removal; Circuit Board and Rotary Switch Replacement; Refer to Figures 9 and 10 for these procedures.; Washer Top Replacement; Refer to Figures 6, 7 and 8 for this procedure.
46 Circuit Board And Rotary Switch Removal Refer to Figures 9 and 10 for these procedures. 1. Remove the washer top and the control knobs. 2. Remove the three stainless steel control pan screws. 3. Turn the control pan over and lay it off toward the right side. Leave the upper water level tube conne...
Page 56 - Water Level Switch Removal; tube from the pan nipple.; Water Level Switch Replacement; Refer to Figure 10 for these procedures.; Install the three control pan screws.
48 Water Level Switch Removal Refer to Figure 10 for these procedures. 1. Remove washer top. 2. Remove the three control pan screws. Turn the control pan over and lay it to one side. 3. Pull the upper water level tube from the nipple on the water level switch. Do not disconnect the tube from the pan...
Page 57 - CABINET COMPONENTS; Water Inlet Components Removal; Remove the wiring connectors from the solenoid valve terminals.; Water Inlet Components Replacement; Refer to Figures 11 and 12 for these procedures.; The lower inlet fitting comes preassembled to the tub.
49 CABINET COMPONENTS Water Inlet Components Removal Refer to Figures 11 and 12 for these procedures. 1. Remove the washer top. 2. Remove the hose clamp from each end of the water inlet hose. The hose can be removed from the cabinet by slipping the two wire ties from their holes in the cabinet back....
Page 58 - Agitator Replacement; Refer to Figure 13 for these procedures.; Pull the agitator off the splined agitator shaft.; Basket Removal; Refer to Figures 14 and 15 for these procedures.; Tap on the head of the drive hub screw to loosen the saddle block.
50 Agitator Replacement Refer to Figure 13 for these procedures. 1. Open the lid of the washer. 2. Loosen the hex head screw in the agitator access hole. DO NOT REMOVE THIS SCREW. 3. Pull the agitator off the splined agitator shaft. 4. Position the new agitator over the splined agitator shaft and tu...
Page 59 - Basket Replacement; Be sure the snubber straps are positioned on the studs of the tub.; Tub Removal; Refer to Figures 16 and 17 for these procedures.; Remove the four hex head bolts from the tub support.
51 Basket Replacement Refer to Figures 14 and 15 for these procedures. 1. If a new basket is being installed, remove the drive hub from the old basket and install it on the new one. 2. Lift the basket into the tub and carefully slide it over the spin tube. Rotate the basket until the locator ears dr...
Page 60 - Capacitor Replacement; Refer to Figure 18 for these procedures.; ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD; Disconnect the water and drain hose from the washer.; Solenoid Replacement; Refer to Figures 19 and 20 for these procedures.
52 Capacitor Replacement Refer to Figure 18 for these procedures. ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD •Disconnect the washer's power supply cord from the household power supply beforeservicing the capacitor. •The capacitor is capable of storing voltage that could be lethal. Do not touch the barecapacitor termin...
Page 61 - Drive Belt Replacement; Refer to Figure 21 for these procedures.; Disconnect the water and drain hoses from the washer.
53 1. Disconnect the water and drain hose from the washer. 2. Lay the washer on its front on a soft surface to protect the cabinet finish. 3. Remove the plastic motor pulley shield. 4. Rotate the splutch pulley by hand and roll the belt off the splutch and motor pulleys. 5. Loop the replacement belt...
Page 62 - Pull the motor plate assembly off the tub support.; Splutch Assembly Removal; Refer to Figure 22 for these procedures.; Motor Plate Removal; Refer to Figure 23 for these procedures.
54 1. Follow the procedures for removing the splutch assembly. 2. Follow the procedures for disconnecting the brake arm assembly from the solenoid. 3. Squeeze the tabs on the four wiring harness standoffs in the motor plate together and push them out of their mounting holes. 4. Cut the nylon cable t...
Page 63 - Motor Replacement; Refer to Figure 24 for these procedures.; Brake Replacement; Refer to Figures 25 and 26 for these procedures.
55 1. Follow the procedures for removing the splutch assembly. 2. Follow the procedures for removing the motor mounting plate. 3. Rotate the brake arm assembly to loosen the brake band from the drum. 4. Slide the band over the lip of the drum and slide the brake arm assembly off the motor mounting p...
Page 64 - Servicing the Drain Pump; Refer to Figure 27 for these procedures.; Unplug the power connector from the drain pump motor terminal.
56 Servicing the Drain Pump Refer to Figure 27 for these procedures. NOTE: There is an overload inside the pump that resets itself after approximately 20 minutes. 1. Lay the washer on its front on a soft surface to protect the cabinet finish. 2. Unplug the power connector from the drain pump motor t...
Page 65 - Servicing the Splutch Assembly; Refer to Figure 28 for these procedures.; Slide the spring over the splined shaft.; Servicing the Gearcase; Refer to Figure 29 for these procedures.; a) On early production models the brake assembly
57 Servicing the Splutch Assembly Refer to Figure 28 for these procedures. NOTE: The splutch must be reassembled in the order described below. Failure to do so may result ina malfunction where the agitator spins at a high rate of speed and the basket remains stationary. 1. Spread the snap-ring with ...
Page 67 - TROUBLESHOOTING AND DIAGNOSTICS; TROUBLESHOOTING
59 Section Two - Part C TROUBLESHOOTING AND DIAGNOSTICS POSSIBLE CAUSE/TEST PROBLEM WON'T POWER UP 1. Unplug unit for more than 5 seconds, then plug back in. (Verify lid is closed) 2. Check 120V at outlet. 3. Check harness connections. 4. Check 120V between 9-pin connector and ground. WON’T START 1....
Page 69 - DIAGNOSTIC TEST PROGRAM; Entry Sequence; Plug the washer back into the electrical power outlet.
61 DIAGNOSTIC TEST PROGRAM The Diagnostic Test Program is designed to be an aid for authorized service technicians to objectivelytest the washer’s water fill valves, drain pump and the clutch/brake solenoid, drive motor, water levelsensor, lid switch, LEDs and rotary switches. There are four tests i...
Page 70 - Table 8. Press the START/PAUSE button to start
62 Table 8 TEMP SELECT POSITION WATER LEVEL SWITCH ACTION Pump and Brake Solenoid Agitate Function Water Inlet System & Water Level Switch Spin Function HC WC CC WW* (This setting onlyon 4-temperature models) n/a Pump & Solenoid Actuate Dry Agitate Empty Full Warm Fill Agitate Pump & Bra...
Page 71 - are out of range as stated in; Ohmmeter Resistance Tests
63 Table 12 RESISTANCE VALUES Part Rating Verified Harness Pin No. & Wire Color Harness Pin No./ Part I.D. Resistance Reading Ω Ω Ω Ω Ω Harness/ Power Cord Harness/ Power Cord Clockwise motor agitate & spin Counterclockwise motor agitate Pump Cold Valve Hot Valve Harness/ Power Cord to to to...
Page 73 - WIRING DIAGRAM
Page 74 - CONTROL SEQUENCE CHART
66 - DE-ENERGIZED LINE - ENERGIZED LINE - LINE MAY BE ENERGIZED OR DE-ENERGIZED P1 = UNTIL PRESSURE SWITCH RESETS P2 = UNTIL PRESSURE SWITCH SETS SR = SPECIAL RATE: 5 SEC. ON, 10 SEC. OFF UNITL TIME MET. CONTROL SEQUENCE CHART MACHINE FUNCTION CYCLE OFF WASH SUPER WASH NEUTRAL PUMP/SPIN MOTOR 1 LINE...
Page 75 - STRIP CIRCUITS
Page 79 - Section Three - Part A; THEORY OF DRYING; BY APPLYING HEAT
71 Section Three - Part A THEORY OF OPERATION THEORY OF DRYING To understand how a dryer can dry laundry, it is necessary to understand how the process of drying,or evaporation, can be accelerated. The goal of drying is to remove the water that has saturated the laundry during washing. During theSPI...
Page 80 - MECHANICAL SYSTEMS TO ACCELERATE DRYING; A) Applies Heat to the Liquid Water; Efficient drying of the laundry is the result.; TO MAINTAIN DRYING EFFICIENCY
72 MECHANICAL SYSTEMS TO ACCELERATE DRYING The mechanical systems in a dryer control these same three conditions to accelerate the evaporationof liquid water remaining in laundry. Within the dryer drum, the dryer: A) Applies Heat to the Liquid Water B) Provides Movement of Air over the Water C) Incr...
Page 81 - Section Three - Part B; Removing the Console; Remove the two screws at the base of the console.; Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock.; Pull the timer knob off the timer assembly shaft.; Removing the Clean Touch Switch Assembly; Tip the console into the service position.
73 Section Three - Part B COMPONENT ACCESS Removing the Console 1. Remove the two screws at the base of the console. (Fig. 3-5) 2. Grab console on both sides. Pull console towards you, lifting the tabs up and out of theconsole slots. Carefully flip console forward and remove the rear panel to make r...
Page 82 - Removing the Dryer Top; Removing the Push to Start Switch; Removing the Buzzer; Removing the Electronic Control Board
74 Removing the Dryer Top 1. Remove the console. 2. Remove the two screws underneath theLint Screen Lid. (Fig. 3-8) 3. Slide top toward you to release top fromfront clips. 4. Lift top up. Fig. 3-8 The door opening flange in the front panel forms thesupport for the front felt drum seal and bearing. T...
Page 83 - Drum
75 Drum To remove the drum: 1. Release the belt from the idler pulley.(Fig. 3-10) 2. Lift the drum through the cutouts in the frontflange of the side panels. The rear of the drum is open and butts against thebulkhead. A vinyl-covered fabric seal is cementedto the drum and closes the gap between the ...
Page 84 - Motor; Disconnect the wiring harness plug from the motor assembly.; Gas Burner Assembly; To remove the burner assembly:
76 Motor The motor is a double-shaft, single-speed, one third horsepower AC motor with a counterclockwiserotation. The front shaft of the motor drives a pulley which drives the belt and drum. The rear shaft is threadedand screws into the blower wheel hub. To remove the motor: 1. Disconnect the wirin...
Page 85 - Servicing Components on the Rear of the Bulkhead; Electric Heater Element; To remove the heater element:; ELECTRIC DRYER
77 Servicing Components on the Rear of the Bulkhead There are two panels on the back of the dryer that allow access to components at the rear of thebulkhead. The smaller panel covers the electrical connections for the dryer. 1. On Gas Dryers the three prong grounded 120VAC power cord is connected at...
Page 89 - Section Four - Part A; TIMER CONTROL; Set the Cycle Selector Control to the desired dryness.; Timed Dry Cycle; This cycle will provide up to 80 minutes of heated drying time.
81 Section Four - Part A THEORY OF OPERATION TIMER CONTROL CONSOLE Electronic Dry-Miser This cycle can be used for most loads. Drying time varies according to type of fabric, size of load anddryness setting. • Set the Cycle Selector Control to the desired dryness. • Dryness is determined by an elect...
Page 90 - Fluff Air Cycle; CLEAN TOUCH CONTROL PAD; FINISH GUARD - Allows this option to be turned On or OFF.; “C” VERSION ELECTRONIC DRYER CONTROL; Theory of Operation
82 Fluff Air Cycle The Fluff Air Cycle provides up to 30 minutes of unheated drying time. CLEAN TOUCH CONTROL PAD The clean touch control pad provides push button control of the following operations: TEMPERATURE SELECTION - Four levels of temperature ranging from Extra Low to High. FINISH GUARD - Al...
Page 91 - Heated Air Circulation
83 The electronic control looks at the input from the moisture sensor to see if the clothes are wet or dry.The moisture sensor will show continuity (short) if the clothes are wet and show NO continuity (open)if the clothes are dry. If the clothes are wet, the Triac on the electronic control board wi...
Page 92 - Side and Bottom Exhaust Venting Kit; White; NOTE: This dryer has a broken belt switch which
84 Side and Bottom Exhaust Venting Kit Side and Bottom Exhaust Venting Kits for Whirlpool 27” gas and electric dryer are available at yourlocal parts distributor or Whirlpool Service Center. The kit contains all the materials necessary to ventthe dryer out either side or through the bottom. (Fig. 4-...
Page 93 - Section Four - Part B; CONSOLE CONTROL REPAIRS
85 Section Four - Part B COMPONENT ACCESS CONSOLE CONTROL REPAIRS Removing the Console 1. Remove the two screws at the base of the console. (Fig.4-7) 2. Grab console on both sides. Pull console towards you, lifting the tabs up and out of theconsole slots. Carefully flip console back to make repairs....
Page 96 - Removing Blower Housing; Remove the blower wheel.; Replacing the Blower Wheel; Open dryer door and remove lint screen.
88 Removing Blower Housing 1. Remove the blower wheel. 2. Remove the three (3) blower housing screws. 3. Tip down and pull out blower housing. 4. Disconnect wires from thermal fuse, operatingthermostat and bias heater. (Fig. 4-20) Replacing the Blower Wheel 1. Open dryer door and remove lint screen....
Page 101 - Removing the Rear Bulkhead Assembly; Remove the front panel.; Reattaching the Rear Bulkhead; Move the dryer back into its installed location.
93 Removing the Rear Bulkhead Assembly 1. Remove the front panel. 2. Reach underneath drum to locate idler pulley. Push idler pulley to left to release drum belttension. Remove belt from motor pulley. Remove the drum from dryer. 3. Remove heat source assembly (burner assembly and funnel or heat elem...
Page 103 - Section Four - Part C; TROUBLESHOOTING and DIAGNOSIS; TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE; SOLUTION; Drum will not rotate.
95 Section Four - Part C TROUBLESHOOTING and DIAGNOSIS TROUBLESHOOTING and DIAGNOSIS TROUBLESHOOTING and DIAGNOSIS TROUBLESHOOTING and DIAGNOSIS TROUBLESHOOTING and DIAGNOSIS TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE SOLUTION CONDITION POSSIBLE CAUSE Dryer will not run. No heat in dryer. Drum will not rotate. Not heati...
Page 104 - Component Testing; replace the electronic control board.; Timer Shuts Off but Clothes are Still Damp; Check to see if the timer advances in a timed cycle.
96 “C” VERSION ELECTRONIC DRYER CONTROL Component Testing There is no reliable electrical check that can be made on the electronic control board. Do not attemptto replace any components on the electronic control board. The following tests will isolate problemswith the electronic control board and ot...
Page 105 - Electric Dryer; Section Four - Part D
97 WIRING DIAGRAM Electric Dryer Section Four - Part D TECH TIPS
Page 106 - Gas Dryer
Page 107 - Drive Motor Circuit - At moment of START; TIMER SCHEDULE
99 STRIP CIRCUITS 1.Drive Motor Circuit - At moment of START 2.Drive Motor Circuit - RUNNING at speed TIMER SCHEDULE TIMER SCHEDULE SWITCH CONTACTS AUTO- REGULAR AUTO-SOFT/ LOW HEAT COOL DOWN & AIR DRY TIMED- REGULAR TIMED-SOFT/ LOW HEAT GY-WB BK-BU-V BK-BU BK-R T-BY T-W END OF CYCLE + GUARD 123...
Page 111 - THIN TWIN
Page 113 - Section Five - Part A; Washer Controls; Cycle Control Knob; To select a wash cycle:; Wash Sequence; The washer begins to fill to the selected load size.; Rinse Sequence; The washer will fill to the pre-deterimed load size.
105 Section Five - Part A THEORY OF OPERATION Washer Controls Cycle Control Knob The washer features ten different wash cycles which are identified around the large cycle control knobat the left side of the control panel. To select a wash cycle: 1. Push the cycle control knob “IN”. This will allow t...
Page 114 - Dryer Controls
106 7. Following agitation the water will drain from the tub. No agitation occurs. 8. The washer will spin while clean water is sprayed into the basket. There are two (2) 15 secondclean water sprays during the final spin. Temperature Selector The temperature Selector allows for four (4) different wa...
Page 115 - Section Five - Part B; Accessing the Control Panel; The control panel can be tilted down to the service position.; Accessing the Washer Components; Electrical Shock Hazard
107 Section Five - Part B COMPONENT ACCESS COMPONENT ACCESS COMPONENT ACCESS COMPONENT ACCESS COMPONENT ACCESS 24” ThinTwin Accessing the Control Panel The control panel can be tilted down to the service position. 1. Loosen, but do not remove the two screws located on the bottom edge of the control ...
Page 116 - Remove the two screws located behind the washer top.; Inset; Remove the two screws from inside the top of the washer front panel.; Pull the washer top forward to disengage the top locks.
108 3. Remove the two screws located behind the washer top. (Fig. 5-7) Screws Fig. 5-7 Inset Fig. 5-8 Lid Switch Harness 5. Remove the two screws from inside the top of the washer front panel. (Fig. 5-9) 6. Lift up on the front panel to release the catches near the bottom of the panel andremove the ...
Page 117 - Many of the washer components can now be accessed.
109 7. Many of the washer components can now be accessed. (Fig. 5-10) Fig. 5-10 8. To remove the entire washer assemblyfrom the unit, first remove the two boltssecuring the washer base to the washer/dryer base. (Fig. 5-11) 9. Lift up on the front of the washer base andpull it forward about 6 inches....
Page 118 - 4” ThinTwin Suspension System
110 24” ThinTwin Suspension System Tub Support Suspension Strut/Spring Assembly Base Suspension Strut/Spring Assembly Counterbalance Spring Fig. 5-14
Page 119 - Washer Access; Front Panel Removal
111 Washer Access Front Panel Removal 1. Remove the Transition Panel by removing the three (3) retaining screws. Tip the panel downand lift it out. ( Fig. 5-15) 3. Remove the two (2) Washer Front Panel retaining 5/16” screws. Then remove the FrontPanel Brace and remove the Front Panel. (Fig. 5-17) F...
Page 120 - Washer Mechanism Removal
112 2. Remove the Motor Wiring and Wiring Harness Clip. (Fig. 5-19) 3. Remove the Drain Hose from the retainer (Fig. 5-20) Fig. 5-20 4. Remove the Pressure Hose. (Fig. 5-21) Fig. 5-21 Pressure Hose Fig. 5-19 Washer Mechanism Removal 1. Remove the two (2) ½” washer retainingbolts. (Fig. 5-18) Fig. 5-...
Page 121 - Control Panel Access; Dryer Access
113 Control Panel Access 1. Remove the three (3) screws that hold theControl Panel in place. (Fig. 5-22) 2. Remove the transition panel by removingthe three (3) retaining screws. (Fig. 5-22) The wiring diagram is located on the backside of the transition panel 3. Lift the console up and flip it forw...
Page 122 - Remove the transition panel and the Toe Panel.
114 Dryer Toe Panel Access 1. Remove the Transition Panel by removing the three (3) retainingscrews. 2. Using a putty knife, release the two (2) retaining clips and removethe toe panel. (Fig. 5-24) Fig. 5-24 Door Front Panel Access 1. Remove the transition panel and the Toe Panel. 2. Flip down the C...
Page 123 - Dryer Drive Motor Access; Remove the Toe Panel.
115 Dryer Drive Motor Access 1. Remove the Toe Panel. 2. Remove the Dryer Lint Screen. 3. Remove the Dryer Lint Duct Assembly. 4. Remove the Blower Assembly, TransitionDuct and Blower Plate by removing the re-taining screws. (Fig. 5-29) 5. Using a ratchet and extension to hold the drivemotor shaft s...
Page 124 - Dryer Heater Element Access; Remove the Dryer Toe Panel.; NOTE: This dryer has a broken belt switch which
116 6. Remove the Blower Housing. 7. Remove the Drive Belt. 8. Remove the Motor Wiring. (Fig. 5-30) 9. Remove the wiring to the broken belt switch. 10. Remove four (4) motor bracket retaining screwsand remove the motor. Dryer Heater Element Access 1. Remove the Dryer Toe Panel. 2. Remove the Lint Sc...
Page 125 - Dryer Belt Replacement
117 Dryer Belt Replacement 1. Remove the Dryer Toe Panel. 2. Remove the Lint Filter and the Lint Duct Assembly. 3. Remove the Blower Assembly. 4. Remove the Dryer Front Panel. 5. A new Drive Belt can now be looped over the DryerDrum. 6. Loop the Drive Belt over the Drive Motor Pulley. (Fig. 5-33) 7....
Page 127 - Section Five - Part C; TECHNICAL TIPS; TIMER SCHEDULES; WASHER
119 Section Five - Part C TECHNICAL TIPS TIMER SCHEDULES WASHER EITHER NOT BOTH 12345678901 12345678901 12345678901 12345678901 12345678901 12345678901 12345678901 12345678901 123456789012 123456789012 123456789012 123456789012 1234567890123 1234567890123 1234567890123 1234567890123 12345 12345 1234...
Page 128 - Wiring Diagram - Electric Dryer Models; DRYER
120 L1 BK LID SWITCH TIMER MOTOR 1900 - 2900 Ω CENTRIFULGAL SWITCH DRIVE MOTOR LOW HIGH START V BU BK Y W-BK W G W W W HOT VALVE COLD VALVE 3M 4M LT BL V V V BU D1 OR RS RESISTOR 4050 - 4950 Ω HEATER 11.2 - 15.2Ω TIMER MOTOR 1800-2900 Ω TIMER WB OR BK R R T M HI LIMIT THERMOSTAT 250°F THERMAL FUSE N...
Page 129 - Wiring Diagram - Gas Dryer Models
121 Wiring Diagram - Gas Dryer Models THERMOSTAT HEATER 3240 - 3860 Ω PULL-ON/ PUSH-OFF L1 BK3 BK LID SWITCH TIMER MOTOR 1900 - 2900 Ω CENTRIFULGAL SWITCH DRIVE MOTOR LOW HIGH START V BU BK Y W-BK W W W W HOT VALVE COLD VALVE 3M 4M LT BL V V V BU D1 1G 1GR TIMER MOTOR 1800-2900 Ω TIMER R/W NC NC BK ...
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