3.3. Power Nozzle Motor; Indicator Block Assembly - Panasonic MC-CG973-00 Service Manual

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3. Line up front of cover and base.
4. Rest cover on front edge of base as shown.
5. Rotate cover back.
6. Press cover firmly until side and rear tabs snap into place.
7. Replace two (2) cover screws.
3.3. POWER NOZZLE MOTOR
3.3.1. Specifications
1. 120V., 60Hz.
2. Amps 2.0/2.7 (max.) at 18,000/14,550 R.P.M.
3. Watts 225/298 (max.) at 18,000/14,550 R.P.M.
4. Torque 55/100 Nm at 18,000/14,550 R.P.M.
3.3.2. Motor Replacement
1. Remove Power Nozzle cover, nozzle cover and agitator
assembly (see BELT REMOVAL.
2. Remove two (2) motor bridge screws. Lift out bridge and
motor.
NOTE: Observe routing of motor wires and all other wiring
before removing motor.
3. Hook a finger under the center of the overload protector and
lift to free it from the retaining tabs. Remove the overload
protector wire terminals. Check continuity by depressing the
button completely. When the button is released there
should be continuity between the two poles when checked.
If all components and items in the troubleshooting guide
have been checked and the overload protector continues to
trip, it should be replaced.
4. Insert a flat screwdriver blade between the indicator block
assembly and the plastic retainer for the four (4) wires. Pry
up and out to free the indicator block assembly from the
retaining tabs.
5. Unscrew wire nuts to free motor lead wires.
6. Install new motor. Assure motor is fully seated on all four (4)
front and rear base supports. Rear motor housing flange
should be in slot of base support.
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