This document is a parts manual for a Whirlpool automatic washer, specifically model WTW5300SQ0 (White). It provides detailed diagrams and part lists for various sections of the appliance, aiding in identification and ordering of replacement components.
Function Description:
The Whirlpool WTW5300SQ0 is an automatic washing machine designed to clean clothes. Its operation involves a series of mechanical and electrical components working in conjunction to agitate, rinse, and spin laundry. The manual breaks down the washer into several key assemblies: Top and Cabinet, Controls and Rear Panel, Agitator, Basket and Tub, Brake, Clutch, Gearcase, Motor and Pump, Machine Base, and Wiring Harness. Each section illustrates the components and provides corresponding part numbers and descriptions.
Important Technical Specifications:
- Model: WTW5300SQ0
- Color: White
- Power Cord: 3956162 (includes strain relief 3952821)
- Motor: Main Drive Motor (8528157) and Main Drive Motor Switch (3952056)
- Timer: Control Timer (8546685, 60 Hz) with Timer Knob (8566022) and Dial (8566018)
- Water Inlet Valve: 8578341 (with Bi-Metal)
- Water Level Switch: 8577845
- Water Temperature Switch: 8578337
- Capacitor: Motor Start Capacitor (8572717)
- Agitator: Complete Agitator (3348117) with Clothes Mover (3348752) and Agitator Cap (3355758)
- Basket: Basket & Balance Ring (8526017)
- Tub: 63849
- Gearcase: Complete Gearcase (3360630)
- Pump: Complete Pump (3363394)
- Drain Hose Assembly: 8559373 (includes clamps 8541667 and 8541668)
- Water Inlet Hoses: 3976300 (4 hoses, 1-1/16 x 5/8)
- Lid Switch: 8318084
- Lid Hinges: Left-Hand (8318088) and Right-Hand (54583)
- Lid Bearing: 21258 (2 bearings)
- Bleach Dispenser: 3362952
Usage Features:
The manual itself is a usage feature for repair and maintenance. It includes:
- Literature Parts (1): This section lists various user and installation documents such as Installation Instructions (W10044800), Feature Sheet (3957874), Use & Care Guide (3955884), Wiring Diagram (8578910), and Energy Guide (W10023640). These documents provide essential information for operating and understanding the washer.
- Do-It-Yourself Repair Manuals: A specific manual (4313896) is available for users who wish to perform their own repairs, indicating a design that supports user-level maintenance.
- Bleach Dispenser (7): The presence of a bleach dispenser (3362952) suggests a common washing machine feature for adding bleach during the wash cycle.
- Water Level Switch (12): This component allows the washer to adjust water usage based on the load size, contributing to efficiency.
- Water Temperature Switch (35): Enables users to select desired water temperatures for different fabric types.
- Control Knobs: Timer Knob (8566022) and Control Knob (8565944) facilitate user interaction for setting wash cycles and other functions.
Maintenance Features:
The manual is primarily a maintenance and repair guide, offering:
- Detailed Diagrams: Exploded views of each section (e.g., Top and Cabinet, Controls, Agitator, Gearcase) allow for easy identification of individual parts.
- Comprehensive Part Lists: Each diagram is accompanied by a numbered list with part numbers and descriptions, crucial for ordering correct replacements.
- Wiring Harness Parts: Dedicated sections for the wiring harness (pages 9 & 10) provide detailed views and part numbers for electrical components, essential for troubleshooting electrical issues.
- Optional Parts (Not Included): This section lists various maintenance-related items that can be purchased separately:
- Paint: Touch-up paint (72017 White), pressurized spray paint (350938 Primer, Gray; 350930 White), and bulk paint (799344 White (Uncut)) for cosmetic repairs.
- Oil: Gearcase oil (350572, 16 Oz.) for lubrication of internal mechanical parts.
- Lubricant: Specific lubricant (285208) for brake shoe assembly on roller and pin, highlighting critical lubrication points.
- Sealer: Gasket sealer (285195, .20 Fl. Oz.) for ensuring watertight seals during assembly.
- Accessory Parts: Includes items like Fabric Dispenser (63580), Drain Protector (367031), Siphon Break Kit (280129), Drain Hose Adapter Kit (280130), and Drain Hose Extension Kit (280131), which are useful for enhancing functionality or addressing common installation/drainage needs.
- Breakdown of Complex Assemblies: Components like the Brake and Drive Tube (page 11) and Gearcase (page 12) are further broken down into sub-assemblies, simplifying the repair process for intricate parts.
- Reference to Parts Price List: The instruction "FOR ORDERING INFORMATION REFER TO PARTS PRICE LIST" indicates that this document is intended to be used in conjunction with a separate price list for purchasing replacement parts.
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