Service manual

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Dispenser Drawer Reed Switch
The dispenser drawer reed switch is a safety switch that
prevents the washer from operating when the dispenser
drawer is open. The switch is located behind the control
panel next to the dispenser drawer. The electronic control
board send a signal through the reed switch circuit. When
the signal is interrupted by the contacts of the reed switch
being open the board prevents the washer from operating.
It’s contacts are controlled by the magnetic field of the
magnet located in the front panel of the dispenser drawer.
When the drawer is closed the magnet causes the
contacts of the reed switch to close completing a circuit
in the control board
Door Switch Assembly
The door switch assembly, located behind the front panel,
is a safety feature that prevents the washer from operating
when the door is open and locks the door in the spin
cycle. The door lock assembly is made up of a coil, door
SECTION D - OPERATION
Membrane
The membrane is glued to the front of the console and
contains switches which allow the user to program the
control.
Control and Display
The control and display are mounted to the back of the
console. The control:
1. Makes the neutral connections for the water valves,
dispenser solenoids and the door lock solenoid.
2. Provides power to the wax motor, drain pump, and
speed control board.
3. Sends signals to the speed control board to tell it
what programto run.
4. Checks the status of the reed switch, door switch
and the sensor.
The display provides visual information, such as the time
remaining in the cycle, door lock and delay start along
with what part of the cycle the washer is in wash, rinse
or final spin.
Reed sw.
Magnet