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Tub Gasket (Boot)
The tub gasket provides a watertight seal between
the front and the outer tub. The front of the tub
gasket is secured to the front panel fl ange by a
spring and wire located in the fold of the gasket. The
back of the tub gasket is attached to the outer tub
lip with a wire and bolt assembly.
To remove the tub gasket:
Remove the front panel. (See
1.
Front Panel
.)
Pull down and disengage the gasket from the
2.
nozzle.
Gasket
Nozzle
Note: When installing the hinge, it may be
necessary to strike the top of the hinge (as shown)
to fully engage the 3 tabs on the rear of the front
cover and to align the 3 screw holes in front.
Note: When reinstalling the nozzle to the gasket, it
may be helpful to remove the nozzle from the hose.
Ensure that the washer is placed on the outside
and that the nozzle is aligned with the indent on the
inside of the gasket.
Gasket Outside
Gasket Inside
Washer
3. Loosen the 7-mm bolt that holds the wire and
bolt assembly to the outer tub lip. Remove the
wire and bolt assembly from the tub gasket.
Note: When reinstalling the wire and bolt, tighten
to a gap of approximately 1
1
/
4
inches (as shown). Do
not overtighten.
Wire and Bolt Retainer
1
1
/
4
-in. Gap
Indent
Nozzle
