How do you remove the front panel of a washing machine?

How do you remove the front panel of a washing machine?

Remove the Front Panel

1. Open Drain Pump Cover. Find the small square drain cover near the bottom of the washer, if there is one.
2. Remove Pump Housing Screws and Housing.
3. Uninstall the Door Boot Seal.
4. Remove Top Screws Securing Front Panel.
5. Disconnect Door Lock Wire Harness.
6. Pull Away the Front Panel.

How do you remove the drawers from a washing machine pedestal?

Locate the levers on the drawer slides on each side of the drawer. Pull the lever up on the left side of the drawer and at the same time, push the lever down on the right side. While holding the levers in position, pull the drawer all the way out and set aside.

How do I lift my washer off the pedestal?

Some brands, such as LG, drop directly onto the pedestal from above and are then attached to the pedestal with screws around the sides of the appliance. Undo the screws and lift the washer off the pedestal.

How do I open the top of my Maytag washer?

How to Open a Maytag Top-Load Washer

1. Remove all of the clothes from the washing machine, then disconnect the power to the appliance.
2. Remove the two screws on the bottom of the front panel of the washing machine.
3. Pull the bottom of the front panel out to release the two tabs at the top of the washing machine.

How do you take the front panel off a Maytag Neptune front load washer?

To remove the front panel, twist the upper right and left panel extensions inward by pressing in on the outer upper edges of the front panel posts. This will disengage the front posts from the clips located on the face of the cabinet flange. Tilt the top of the front panel away from the washer.

Why do I need to take the top off my Maytag washer?

One of the primary reasons that you would need to get the top of your Maytag washing machine off is to access the door lock or switch assembly. The locking mechanism on the lid of your Maytag washing machine plays an important role. It keeps the lid closed securely during the cycle.

Where are the bolts on a Maytag washer?

With the front edge of the top of the washing machine lifted up, looking for the two machine bolts. They are 3/8-inch big and are generally in the upper right-hand corners at the front of the washing machine. That is the case when the top of the washer won’t hinge upward. Take out the bolts using your ratchet and keep them off safely to the side.

How do you remove the top panel of a washer?

Swing the bottom of the front panel toward you and pull down to disengage the top of the front panel from the top panel. Place masking tape across the laundry lid on the top panel. Remove the two screws securing the top panel to the sides of the washer with the nut driver.