how to identify a washer bearing nut during service
the 425171 bearing nut retains the drive shaft at the bearing assembly. a damaged nut may need renewal during service, but it is not the agitator fastening bolt and does not include bearings, seal or shaft.
have the technician confirm which parts are actually required before ordering.
- repair type
- technician service
- difficulty
- hard
scope: access involves the drive assembly. the phase 7 service example uses a spline tool to hold the shaft and a spanner on the nut; bearing replacement also needs its own bearing tool. do not guess tightening force or improvise shaft holding.
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steps
- confirm the required parts
ask the technician whether the nut needs replacing and which other parts are needed. check the full model and product code on the product page, and have them compare the old nut and thread.
- keep the washer off
leave it disconnected with the taps off while the drive assembly is being serviced.
- leave fitting to the technician
the technician must use the model's procedure and specified shaft-holding tools, not guessed tightening force or improvised tools. have them check that the nut and shaft are secure before reassembly and return to use.
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