Post on 22-Mar-2020
WHIRLPOOL VERTICAL MODULAR WASHER
Presented by: Rick Kuemin, MSA Training Director www.msaworld.com
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Whirlpool Model/Serial
Designations/Tech Sheet Location
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VMW Operation
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VMW Design
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Structure Changes
* Cabinet same as direct drive (separate back
panel). Cabinet is not removable
* Hung suspension (very stable platform)
Higher spin speeds
Reduces vibration/walking
* Basket does not float (WP # 14218862)
* No brake
* Gearcase attached to bottom with 4-10 mm bolts
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Transmission Operation
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Splutch
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Splutch Ass’y During Agitation
Splutch During Shifting
Splutch During Spin
Actuator-Lid Lock Mech. Operation
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1. Shifts from agitate to Spin
2. Monitors the position
3. Monitors motor RPM (speed wheel
in gearcase-optical sensor)
Lid Switch
Lock Switch
Latch Solenoid
LID LOCKED FOR ALL FUNCTIONS
VMW Control Panel
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1. Eco Monitor
2. Wash Cycle Dial
3. Options
4. Display
5. Sequencing Lights
Components – Top View
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Components – Top Lifted
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Components -- Bottom View
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Customer Viewable Codes
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There are three codes viewable by the customer
Long Fill (Wash LED ON)
Long Drain (Spin LED ON)
Lid Lock (Lid Lock LED Flashing)
Non Intuitive Control
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Note: Non Intuitive Control
helps keep customers from
inadvertently getting into the
test mode
Test Modes
Diagnostic Test Modes
Allow service tech to test and verify all inputs to the
machine control electronics
Do a quick and overall check of the washer before
going to a specific test—Don’t overlook the obvious
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Access Service Diagnostics
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Activation MUST be done within 6 seconds
Activation of Test Mode
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Correct Activation:
00 and all lights flashing
on/off
Note: To Exit Test at any time
Press Power Button. Washer will
automatically revert to normal operation
after 5 minutes of inactivity
Mode of Operation
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Test Mode will be identified with the
LEDs and/or the appropriate number in
the display
Fault Codes Display
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F#-type of Fault
E#-component system where
fault is located Fault Code Display: displays last 4
codes. Turn CCW 1 turn at a time to
view the most recent to oldest
Press/Hold START key 3
sec. to clear all faults
Note: a fault/error code will be removed from the memory if
it does not reoccur after 10 consecutive wash cycles
Fault Codes
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Fault Codes
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Fault Codes
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Fault Codes
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Automatic Test
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Automatic Test: Best done at the end of
service or at completion of the installation of the
product to make sure that everything is plugged
in and to verify proper operation
Turn the cycle selector
knob until Spin Light is
on and/or 02 is in the
display
Automatic Test
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Automatic Test
Manual Test
Note: Multiple outputs may
be activated simultaneously
Note: Outputs left on, will time out after 5 minutes
Turn cycle selector knob until Spin
and Done Lights are on and/or 03
is displayed
Manual Test
Manual Test
Calibration Mode
Turn cycle selector knob
until Rinse Light is on
and/or 04 is displayed
Calibrate When???
Calibrate when any of these
systems are replaced
Calibration Mode
Sales Mode
UI Mode Test
Main Control Board
Connectors and Pins
Valve Resistance Test
Resistance values of all valves are between 890-1300 Ohms
This will test the electrical connections and the valves themselves
Shifter Test
Shifter Voltages/Resistance Checks
Shifter Motor Control
AC output 120 VAC Shifter-Switch DC output
Shifter Motor resistance—J 16 pins 1-2 is
2K-3K ohms-Checks the resistance
through the harness and shifter motor
Always ensure plugs connections
are secure
Optical Sensor Circuit
Slowly turn the
basket by hand
Ohm the Harness
Line Voltage Path
Low Voltage Circuits
Drive Motor Neutral
Lid Lock
MUST be
closed to
provide the
motor neutral
Strip Circuit--Shifter
Strip Circuit--Shifter
Strip Circuit--Motor
Strip Circuit—Drain Pump
Removing Control Panel
Replacing User Interface
Adhered to Console
1 2
3
4
Removing Tub Top
Suspension Rods
Coin Trap
Reinstalling Basket
Reinstalling Basket
Reinstalling Basket
Shaft Seal
Harness Clips
Service Tips--Cycles
Service Tips--Cycles
Service Tips--Cycles
Cycle Chart
Now for the disassembly
and diagnostic testing