Spin Brake Repair Procedures
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Opening the Cabinet

  1. Unplug the washer.
  2. (Figure 1) Remove front panel by sliding a putty knife in the opening between the top and the front panel.
  3. Locate the front panel's clips and pull out on the front panel while depressing the clips with the putty knife.
  4. (Figure 2) Swing the top of the front panel forward and lift it off the clips on the bottom of the cabinet.
  5. (Figure 3) Remove the 1/4-inch sheet metal screws securing the cabinet top to the side panels.
  6. (Figure 4) Lift the front of the cabinet top up and pull it forward to release the tabs under the console. Note that there are wires still connecting the top to the console area.
  7. Disconnect the connector and lift the top off the washer and set it aside.

Figure 1 (Return)

Open Washer Lid

Figure 2 (Return)

Lid Screw

Figure 3 (Return)

Front Panel

Figure 4 (Return)

Console Connector