Installing Thrust Bearing; Base Replacement - Maytag AAV4000AW Series Service Manual

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Disassembly Procedures

NOTE: This is a dry operating Brake assembly. Make

sure no oil or grease comes in contact with the

mating surfaces of the Brake Lining, Brake

Stater, or Snubber.

3. Be sure to wash hands to remove any dirt or grease

before handling Snubber. Clean new Snubber with

alcohol before installing. When installing new

Snubber, insure Snubber is centered.

4. Install Stator by locating the dimple on the Stator, and

tightening the screw next to the dimple first.

5. Next tighten the screw 180 degrees across from the

dimple. Tighten remaining screws. Remove brake

tool.

6. Reinstall Drive Pulley, Cam, Washer, Retaining Ring,

and Dust Cap.

The Brake assembly, as well as the Snubber, is held in

position by the Brake Stator which is secured to the

underside of the Suspension Housing by six (6)

mounting screws.

Spring pressure forces the Rotor and Lining assembly

down on the Brake Stator and prevents the Transmission

from turning during agitation.

As stated previously, the Drive Pulley and Cams provide

a cam action which raises the Drive Pulley during the

counterclockwise (spin) direction of the Motor. When the

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WARNING

Dimple

To avoid risk of electrical shock, personal injury or death,

disconnect power to unit before servicing.

Drive Pulley hub travels upward, it compresses the Brake

Spring and moves the Rotor and Lining assembly up the

drive tube disengaging it from the Stator. The Transmis-

sion is now free to spin.

Splines in the Brake Rotor hub mesh with splines on the

drive tube end to provide positive vertical movement for

the Rotor and Lining assembly. The splines are greased

for ease of movement.