Whirlpool WTW8500DC - Installation Manual
This repair manual covers a common fault in Whirlpool and Maytag top-loading direct-drive washers, where air leaks in the pressure hose system trigger error codes like F3E1 or F8E3. The issue stems from a missing nylon washer at the pressure sensor’s hose fitting, which disrupts sealing during cycles. The guide outlines affected models, explains the role of this critical component, and provides detailed instructions for replacing it to resolve the leak.
Table of Contents:
- Page 1 – Technical Service Pointer for Pressure System Faults
- Page 2 – Troubleshooting Air Leak Error Codes
- Page 3 – Replacing Faulty Washer Component
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For Immediate Attention of Your Service Department
TECHNICAL
SERVICE
POINTER
Technical Service Pointer #:
W10741976
Action Required: Mandatory
Release Date: September, 2014
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VMAX Top-Load, Direct-Drive Washers
PRESSURE SYSTEM FAULT, LONG FILL, OVERFILL CODES
Models:
MVWB755DW*
MVWB855DW*
WTW7300DW*
WTW8500DC*
MVWB835DW*
WTW7000DW*
WTW8000DW*
WTW8500DW*
MVWB855DC*
WTW7040DW*
WTW8040DW*
* All Engineering Revisions
Serial Number Range:
All Serial Numbers
Concern:
An air leak in the pressure hose system may cause the following error codes to
appear: Pressure System Fault (F3E1), Long Fill (F8E1), or Overfill (F8E3).
Overview:
An important part of the system design is a nylon
washer that is installed on the pressure sensor’s hose
fitting. The nylon washer prevents the pressure hose
from being inserted too far onto the sensor’s hose
fitting—potentially causing the hose end to stretch and
lose its air tight seal.
If during service, the original nylon washer is lost,
follow the instructions below to install a replacement
washer onto the pressure sensor.
Instructions:
1.
Disconnect the pressure hose from the Appliance
Control Unit’s pressure sensor.
2.
Install nylon
washer (P/N W10739332)
over the
pressure sensor fitting on the Appliance Control
Unit (see Figure 2).
3.
Reconnect the pressure hose to the Appliance
Control Unit’s pressure sensor. Insert hose until it
contacts the nylon washer (see Figure 3).
Figure 2 – Washer on Sensor
Figure 3 – Connect Hose
Figure 1 - Washer
Hose
Pressure Sensor
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About this manual
- Brand
- Whirlpool
- Model
- WTW8500DC
- Document type
- Installation Manual
- Language(s)
- English, Spanish, French
- Pages
- 3
- File size
- 243.6 KB
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Summary
Instructions for addressing pressure system faults, including long fill or overfill errors caused by air leaks in the pressure hose system. Details on replacing a nylon washer on the pressure sensor hose fitting.
Service bulletin addressing error codes F3E1, F8E1, and F8E3 caused by air leaks in the pressure hose circuit. Provides step-by-step instructions for installing a replacement nylon washer.
Details regarding the faulty nylon washer component in Whirlpool and Maytag VMAX direct drive washers, its function, and procedures for replacement to restore proper system sealing.