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Active Vent
The active vent consists of the fan, motor,
housing, and vent louver motor.
The active vent helps to reduce the noise level
and heat loss when in the closed position. The
control module su/- 12 VDC to the vent
louver motor. The control module reverses
polarity to drive the motor in a clockwise or
counterclockwise (open or closed) direction.
The vent closes 8 seconds after the main pump
is switched on during the fi rst fi ll cycle and opens
during the drying cycle (heated and non-heated).
The vent is open during cooldown periods or
when the unit is not in use.
If the vent is closed and the door is opened during
the wash cycle, the vent will open. When the door
is closed again, the vent will remain open for 8
seconds, then close again to fi nish the cycle.
It is normal for water vapor to come through the
active vent during the dry cycle. The active vent
can be opened and closed using the
Service
Mode
.
The vent louver is held in place by a single screw.
Remove the motor from the mount by rotating the
motor 90° in the mount and sliding it out between
the tabs.
Note:
The gear in the mount is held in place with
the motor.
Vent Motor Strip Circuit
Note:
Foam with double-sided tape holds the
conduit in place. The foam tears easily if pulled
during removal of the housing.
Six Phillips head screws hold the fan and motor
to the vent housing.
Note:
This also applies to the RINSE ONLY
cycle. Since heated dry is not an option with
RINSE ONLY, the fan will run for approximately 4
hours before turning off.
To access the vent fan and motor, remove the
door panel (see
Door Panel
).
The vent fan and motor housing are held in place
by:
•
4 long, silver Phillips head screws.
•
2 short, brass Phillips head screws (see
photo).
Fan
During natural dry, the fan runs for approximately
4 hours after the last drain cycle is completed
(clean light on). During heated dry, the fan runs
for approximately 2 hours after the last drain
cycle is completed. If the door is opened, the fan
stops and the control stops counting down. When
the door is relatched, the fan will start again and
the control will continue to count down. Touching
any key will turn off the fan.
