TM 10-3510-226-23
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REPLACE
Replace the Washer Main Drain Valve
WARNING
Ensure that all electrical power is shut off and disconnected before proceeding. The
circuit breaker box should be locked by personnel following this procedure. Serious
injury or death can result from electrocution if proper safety precautions are not observed.
WARNING
The washer is extremely heavy. Use caution when lifting and blocking the washer, and
do not allow unnecessary personnel in the immediate area while it is being moved.
Serious injury or death may result if safety precautions are not observed.
CAUTION
The washer is a large, heavy piece of machinery being moved out of a confined space.
Before removal and installation, remove or protect any equipment that might be damaged
by the washer on its way in or out.
1. Remove washer IAW procedures given in WP 0041 00.
2. Tag and disconnect wiring from valve motor (Figure 2, Item 1).
3. Loosen and remove the clamps retaining the hoses (Figure 2, Item 3) to the valve (Figure 2, Item 1)
and remove the hoses.
4. Remove the screws retaining the valve (Figure 2, Item 1) to the valve bracket and remove the valve.
5. Install the replacement valve (Figure 2, Item 1) and retain with screws.
6. Install hoses (Figure 2, Item 3) onto valve (Figure 2, Item 1) and retain with clamps.
CAUTION
Ensure the wire connections are placed on the 60Hz terminals as marked on the valve
motor. Connection to the 50Hz terminals will impair performance and reduce the
operating life of the valve motor.
7. Reconnect wiring as tagged.
8. Install washer IAW procedures given in WP 0041 00.
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