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Video & Articles: Appliance & Equipment RepairKenmore Top Load Washer Timer Replacement #WP3955340
Kenmore Top Load Washer Timer Replacement #WP3955340
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Total Parts Cost
$227.68Estimated Savings
$112.5002:54
- Description
This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the timer on a Kenmore Top-Load washing machine. The most common reason for replacing the timer is if the washer will not work at all.
All of the information for this timer replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Kenmore, Whirlpool
Tools used: Phillips-head screwdriver, 1/4" nut driver
All of the information for this timer replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Kenmore, Whirlpool
Tools used: Phillips-head screwdriver, 1/4" nut driver
Step By Step Instructions
1
Before you replace a timer in your washer be sure to unplug the power cord.
2
Detach the two control panel end caps by pulling them off from the top.
3
Use a phillips-head screwdriver to unthread the two screws securing the control panel.
4
With the timer dial knob in the “off” position, rotate the knob counter-clockwise to unthread and lift off the timer dial.
5
Use a quarter-inch socket or nut driver to unthread the mounting screws securing the timer.
6
Now carefully lift up the control panel.
7
Depress the retaining tabs to disconnect the wire connecters from the old timer.
8
Install the new timer by first connecting the wire connecters.
9
Position the timer on the control panel then thread and tighten the mounting screws.
10
Lower the control panel and snap the retaining clips into the slots in the main top.
11
Align the timer dial on the timer stem then thread and tighten the knob.
12
Rethread and tighten the screws to secure the control panel.
13
Realign the end caps and snap them into place.
14
With the repair completed plug the power cord back in and your washer should be ready for use.
Description
This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the timer on a Kenmore Top-Load washing machine. The most common reason for replacing the timer is if the washer will not work at all.
All of the information for this timer replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Kenmore, Whirlpool
Tools used: Phillips-head screwdriver, 1/4" nut driver
All of the information for this timer replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Kenmore, Whirlpool
Tools used: Phillips-head screwdriver, 1/4" nut driver
Step-By-Step Instructions
1
Before you replace a timer in your washer be sure to unplug the power cord.
2
Detach the two control panel end caps by pulling them off from the top.
3
Use a phillips-head screwdriver to unthread the two screws securing the control panel.
4
With the timer dial knob in the “off” position, rotate the knob counter-clockwise to unthread and lift off the timer dial.
5
Use a quarter-inch socket or nut driver to unthread the mounting screws securing the timer.
6
Now carefully lift up the control panel.
7
Depress the retaining tabs to disconnect the wire connecters from the old timer.
8
Install the new timer by first connecting the wire connecters.
9
Position the timer on the control panel then thread and tighten the mounting screws.
10
Lower the control panel and snap the retaining clips into the slots in the main top.
11
Align the timer dial on the timer stem then thread and tighten the knob.
12
Rethread and tighten the screws to secure the control panel.
13
Realign the end caps and snap them into place.
14
With the repair completed plug the power cord back in and your washer should be ready for use.
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