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Dispenser Disconnection (Prereq)

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This is a prerequisite-only guide! This guide is part of another procedure and isn’t meant to be used alone.

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  1. Dispenser Disconnection (Prereq), Safety Precautions: step 1, image 1 of 2 Dispenser Disconnection (Prereq), Safety Precautions: step 1, image 2 of 2

    • Before you begin your repair, perform the following:

    • Turn off the main water supply

    • Unplug your washer

    • Disconnect all water connections at the rear of your washer

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  2. Dispenser Disconnection (Prereq), Unfasten the top panel: step 2, image 1 of 3 Dispenser Disconnection (Prereq), Unfasten the top panel: step 2, image 2 of 3 Dispenser Disconnection (Prereq), Unfasten the top panel: step 2, image 3 of 3

    • Use a Phillips driver to remove the two bottom 16.5 mm-long screws securing the top panel brackets.

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  3. Dispenser Disconnection (Prereq), Remove the top panel: step 3, image 1 of 2 Dispenser Disconnection (Prereq), Remove the top panel: step 3, image 2 of 2

    • Slide the top panel 1-2 inches towards the rear of the device to disconnect its clips.

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  4. Dispenser Disconnection (Prereq): step 4, image 1 of 2 Dispenser Disconnection (Prereq): step 4, image 2 of 2

    • Tilt the top panel upward to completely disconnect it from the chassis.

    • Remove the top panel.

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  5. Dispenser Disconnection (Prereq), Remove the detergent drawer: step 5, image 1 of 2 Dispenser Disconnection (Prereq), Remove the detergent drawer: step 5, image 2 of 2

    • Pull the detergent drawer away from the chassis as far as it will go.

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  7. Dispenser Disconnection (Prereq): step 6, image 1 of 3 Dispenser Disconnection (Prereq): step 6, image 2 of 3 Dispenser Disconnection (Prereq): step 6, image 3 of 3

    • Press down on the "Push" button to disengage the clips securing the detergent drawer.

    • Pull the drawer out of its slot on the chassis and remove it.

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  8. Dispenser Disconnection (Prereq), Disconnect the control panel: step 7, image 1 of 3 Dispenser Disconnection (Prereq), Disconnect the control panel: step 7, image 2 of 3 Dispenser Disconnection (Prereq), Disconnect the control panel: step 7, image 3 of 3

    • Disconnect the three harness connectors for the control panel.

    • Always grip cables by their connectors and not the wires themselves.

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  9. Dispenser Disconnection (Prereq), Unclip the control panel cable: step 8, image 1 of 2 Dispenser Disconnection (Prereq), Unclip the control panel cable: step 8, image 2 of 2

    • Use your hands to unclip the control panel cable from the detergent dispenser.

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  10. Dispenser Disconnection (Prereq), Unclip the control panel cable: step 9, image 1 of 3 Dispenser Disconnection (Prereq), Unclip the control panel cable: step 9, image 2 of 3 Dispenser Disconnection (Prereq), Unclip the control panel cable: step 9, image 3 of 3

    • Insert a flathead screwdriver between the chassis and the plastic clip securing the control panel cable.

    • Compress the clip and slide it out of the chassis to remove it.

    • Move the cables out of the way of the detergent dispenser hoses before you continue.

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  11. Dispenser Disconnection (Prereq), Detergent dispenser hose information: step 10, image 1 of 1

    • To prevent confusion, label each hose and its corresponding dispenser connection.

    • You can use masking tape or mark the components themselves.

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  12. Dispenser Disconnection (Prereq): step 11, image 1 of 2 Dispenser Disconnection (Prereq): step 11, image 2 of 2

    • Use slip joint pliers to pinch the detergent dispenser hose clamp and pull it away from the assembly.

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  13. Dispenser Disconnection (Prereq): step 12, image 1 of 2 Dispenser Disconnection (Prereq): step 12, image 2 of 2

    • Use slip joint pliers to gently rotate the detergent dispenser hose back and forth around its connection and loosen it.

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  14. Dispenser Disconnection (Prereq): step 13, image 1 of 2 Dispenser Disconnection (Prereq): step 13, image 2 of 2

    • Pull the detergent dispenser hose straight off its connection on the assembly.

    • Repeat the loosening and removal procedure for each hose.

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  15. Dispenser Disconnection (Prereq), Disconnect the dispenser: step 14, image 1 of 3 Dispenser Disconnection (Prereq), Disconnect the dispenser: step 14, image 2 of 3 Dispenser Disconnection (Prereq), Disconnect the dispenser: step 14, image 3 of 3

    • Use a Phillips driver to loosen the screw securing the bellows to the detergent dispenser.

    • Pull the bellows straight off its connection on the dispenser to disconnect it.

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Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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