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LG WM3050CW Air Dome Replacement

Introduction

Use this guide to replace the air dome in your LG WM3050CW Washing Machine.

The air dome helps regulate the water level inside the tub. If the dome is cracked, your washer may overflow.

What you need

  1. LG WM3050CW Air Dome Replacement, Safety Precautions: step 1, image 1 of 2 LG WM3050CW Air Dome Replacement, 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. LG WM3050CW Air Dome Replacement, Unfasten the rear panel: step 2, image 1 of 3 LG WM3050CW Air Dome Replacement, Unfasten the rear panel: step 2, image 2 of 3 LG WM3050CW Air Dome Replacement, Unfasten the rear panel: step 2, image 3 of 3

    • Use a Phillips driver to remove the four 10.7 mm‑long screws securing the rear panel.

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  3. LG WM3050CW Air Dome Replacement, Remove the rear panel: step 3, image 1 of 3 LG WM3050CW Air Dome Replacement, Remove the rear panel: step 3, image 2 of 3 LG WM3050CW Air Dome Replacement, Remove the rear panel: step 3, image 3 of 3

    • Lift the rear panel upward to release its bottom clips.

    • Pull the rear panel away from the chassis to release the remaining clips.

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  5. LG WM3050CW Air Dome Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the rear panel.

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  6. LG WM3050CW Air Dome Replacement, Disconnect the air dome: step 5, image 1 of 2 LG WM3050CW Air Dome Replacement, Disconnect the air dome: step 5, image 2 of 2

    • Pull the air dome hose straight up to disconnect it.

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  7. LG WM3050CW Air Dome Replacement, Unfasten the air dome: step 6, image 1 of 1

    • Use a Phillips driver to remove the two 16.5 mm‑long screws securing the air dome.

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  8. LG WM3050CW Air Dome Replacement: step 7, image 1 of 3 LG WM3050CW Air Dome Replacement: step 7, image 2 of 3 LG WM3050CW Air Dome Replacement: step 7, image 3 of 3

    • Use slip joint pliers to pinch the air dome hose clamp and pull it over the dome itself.

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  9. LG WM3050CW Air Dome Replacement, Remove the air dome: step 8, image 1 of 3 LG WM3050CW Air Dome Replacement, Remove the air dome: step 8, image 2 of 3 LG WM3050CW Air Dome Replacement, Remove the air dome: step 8, image 3 of 3

    • Pull the air dome straight off its hose to remove it.

    • During reassembly, make sure the air dome nub is aligned properly with its slot in the hose.

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Conclusion

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

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