Removing The Top Center Brace; Removing The Detergent Cavity Assembly - Electrolux 6000 series Service Manual

To do this a strong rod at least 8" long with a hook
on one end and a handle on the other is needed, such
as the one shown here made from a paint roller.
Note: When removing the spring on the side with
the detergent dispenser the overflow/vent
tube must be removed.

Removing the top center brace:

1. Disconnect the washer from the electrical supply
and remove the top panel.
2. Release the tub springs and slide the water valve
assembly back.
3. Remove the (4) screws, two on each end, and the
(2) screws holding the detergent dispenser housing
to the brace
4. Raise the brace to disengage the tabs on the brace
from the side panels and slide the brace backward
to release the tabs on the brace from the slot in the
detergent dispenser housing.

Removing the detergent cavity assembly:

1. Disconnect the washer from the electrical supply,
remove the drawer and the top panel.
2. Disconnect the water valve assembly and the
overflow/vent tube and slide them back.
3. Release the wiring harness from the side of the
housing.
4. Disconnect the detergent dispenser outlet hose.
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