Removing The Motor Control Unit (Mcu) - Whirlpool WFC8090GX Service Manual

Removing the Motor Control Unit (MCU)

WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
Disconnect power before servicing.
Replace all parts and panels before operating.
Failure to do so can result in death or
electrical shock.
To Remove the MCU
1. Unplug washer or disconnect power.
2. Turn off water supply to washer.
3. Disconnect cold inlet water hose and remove the drain
hose from the standpipe or laundry tub.
4. Remove six (6) Phillips screws securing the rear access
panel to the back panel as indicated in Figure 1. Remove
rear access panel.
Remove 6 Screws
Figure 1
5. Gently lay washer/dryer on its right side to access the MCU.
6. Using a T-20 Torx driver, remove screw used to secure the
MCU to the back panel (See Figure 2).
7. From the rear access opening, unclip and open cover on
the MCU housing see Figure 2). Move cover to one side.
Unclip and
open cover
Remove screw
8. Disconnect the connectors indicated in Figure 3.
9. Slide the MCU Assembly "up" to disengage from back
panel.
10. Reverse procedure to reinstall the MCU.
Whirlpool Smart All-In-One Washer & Dryer
COMPONENT ACCESS
Figure 2
MCU Housing
& PCBA
MCU Cover
Figure 3
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