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The load size knob broke from the washing machine. (First it became stuck, I removed the knob, and tried to adjust the load size with pliers, hence broke the part that attaches to the knob.) I would like to replace this, but I can't figure our how to remove cabinet panel from the washing machine. I will appreciate any responses. Thank you
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It is not obvious, but if you will slip a thin blade under the end caps from the front you will release the clips that hold the console to the cabinet. This will get you to the switch.
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What type of blade do I use? Also, do I start from the outer white endcap and move in towards the center I of the machine? Or, do I start from the silver part of the cabinet and move toward the outside edges of the machine? Thank your assistance. (I tried using a long, flat screwdriver...but, no luck. Also, I was under the silver part of the cabinet.)
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A thin scraper will do. Just slide it under the end cap from the front. You can see an exploded view of the console if you click on the model number.
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Great! But, before I removed the cabinet I tried to do my usual "medium" load of laundry. The washer only filled with water. I'm wondering if I knocked something loose by trying to pry open cabinet with screwdriver. Also, after removing cabinet I noticed 2 plastic white clips laying on washer, a green wire seems to be disconnected , and my son "accidentally" dropped clips inside of holes in th holes where the endcaps were. Is this beyond my repair????
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I also removed the tube from the switch. The water didn't stop filling until I unplugged the washer. I blew into the tube...it seems to be fine...bubbles came out into the water. It looks like the switch is easy to replace , but now I am concerned my washer won't agitate now???? Also, how do I get water out of washer. (At least I have extra large capacity now...ha, ha, ha.)
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Glad you got it open. See if you disconnected the lid switch and did not get it back connected.
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Hurray!!!! It's fixed...you guys are awesome. I had to replace the lid switch also(cracked it while prying open cabinet.) Thank you, Teresa
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Thank you! Washer is working great...also had to replace lid switch(I cracked it while prying open cabinet) You guys are awesome! Teresa
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Well thanks, sounds like you did all the hard work. Glad you got it going and good luck. Thanks for updating us also.
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