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Whirlpool Compact Heat Pump Dryer
COMPONENT ACCESS
Removing the Heat Pump (Base Assembly)
To Remove the Heat Pump (Base Assembly)
If the compressor or sealed system has been diagnosed faulty,
it will be necessary to replace the entire base assembly.
1. Unplug dryer or disconnect power.
2. Perform the procedure on page 4-9, “Remove the Top
Panel” prior to performing the following steps.
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
Disconnect power before servicing.
Failure to do so can result in death or
electrical shock.
Replace all parts and panels before operating.
3. Perform the procedure on page 4-9, “Remove the Side
Panels” prior to performing the following steps.
4. Perform the procedure on page 4-11, “Remove the Console
/User Interface” prior to performing the following steps.
5. Perform the procedure on page 4-13, “Remove the Water
Tank” prior to performing the following steps.
6. Perform the procedure on page 4-17, “Remove the Front
Panel” prior to performing the following steps.
7. Perform the procedure on page 4-18, “Remove the Drum”
prior to performing the following steps.
8. Perform the procedure on page 4-20, “Remove the Back
Panel” prior to performing the following steps.
Base Assembly Replacement
NOTE:
The following components must be transferred from
the original product base to the new service replacement base:
• Drive Motor and Blower Wheel Assembly
• Heat Exchanger Lint Filter
• Roller Supports
• Compressor Thermal Overload Protector
• Seal, Base to Rear Panel (order and replace)
• Seal, Base to Front Panel (order and replace)
Drive Motor
Blower Wheel
Compressor
Thermistor
HX Lint
Filter
Roller
Supports
Roller
Supports
Rear Base
Seal
Front Base
Seal