Wash Basket - GE WPGT9350 Technical Service Manual

Wash Basket

Caution: If the basket is not free to rotate,
damage to the clutch coupler can occur. Ensure
that the washer is in the spin mode before
removing the wash basket. The wash basket
will rotate freely when it is in spin mode. Do not
attempt to remove the hub nut if the basket is not
free to rotate.
To remove the wash basket:
1. Remove the
Top Cover
2. Remove the 8 Phillips head screws that hold
the outer tub cover in place.
3. Place a flat-head screwdriver in the slot under
the infusor cap and gently pry off.
Infusor Cap
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4. Remove the 10-mm hex-head screw that
holds the infusor in place with a socket
or Phillips head screwdriver (turn screw
counterclockwise to remove).
Note: The 10-mm screw has a rubber O-ring.
5. Pull the infusor up and out. WARNING: The
inner edge can be sharp. Wear Kevlar gloves
or equivalent protection.
6. Remove the 37.5-mm (1-
hub-nut with a socket or Crescent wrench
(rotate hub-nut counterclockwise to remove).
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