GE WPGT9350 Technical Service Manual page 30

* The drain pump consists of a 120-VAC,
60-Hz, motor, impeller, and impeller housing.
+ The pump is capable of pumping to a stand-
pipe height of 8 ft. The maximum length of the
drain hose is 10 ft. (An accessory drain hose
extension is not available at this time.) 4
+ The drain pump will operate independently of
other mechanical components and will
evacuate water at various times during the
cycle.
+ Тһе drain-pump motor has an approximate
resistance value of 11 Q.
+ Pins 1 and 2 on the light blue 2-pin connector
on inverter board should measure 120 VAC
when drain pump is activated. (See Inverter.
and Main Board Pin Connectors.)
Lift up the tab on the impeller housing with a
flat-head screwdriver. When viewed from the
impeller housing end, rotate the motor in a
counter clockwise direction to remove.
Remove any foreign objects from the impeller
and impeller housing. Inspect the impeller for
any damage and replace the pump assembly
if necessary.
To remove the drain pump:
Note: Water will remain in hoses even when the
To clean the impeller and impeller housing:
WARNING: The drain pump bracket is not 1
grounded. Unplug the unit before servicing to
avoid electric shock. 2
Note: The impeller can be accessed for cleaning
without removing the drain hoses. Water will
remain in hoses even when the tub appears 3.
empty. Use care to avoid water spills.
1. Disconnect power to the machine.
2. Remove the 4 Phillips head screws (2 on
each side) that hold the back cover in place.
Remove the back cover.
3. Remove the thin plastic cover over the drain
pump by pulling down on the ends to clear the
tabs.
tub appears empty. Use care to avoid water spills.
Disconnect power to the machine.
Remove the 4 Phillips head screws (2 on
each side) that hold the back cover in place.
Remove the back cover.
Remove the thin plastic cover over the drain
pump by pulling down on the ends to clear the
tabs.