1. WHIRLPOOL Vertical modular Washer
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Presented by: Rick Kuemin, MSA Training Director

2. Whirlpool Model/Serial Designations/Tech Sheet Location
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3. VMW Operation
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4. VMW Design
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5. 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 # )
* No brake
* Gearcase attached to bottom with 4-10 mm bolts
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6. Transmission Operation
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7. Splutch
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8. Splutch Ass’y During Agitation

9. Splutch During Shifting

10. Splutch During Spin

11. Actuator-Lid Lock Mech. Operation
LID LOCKED FOR ALL FUNCTIONS
Shifts from agitate to Spin
Monitors the position
Monitors motor RPM (speed wheel in gearcase-optical sensor)
Lid Switch
Lock Switch
Latch Solenoid
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12. VMW Control Panel Eco Monitor Wash Cycle Dial Options Display
Sequencing Lights
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13. Components – Top View
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14. Components – Top Lifted
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15. Components -- Bottom View
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16. Customer Viewable Codes
There are three codes viewable by the customer
Long Fill (Wash LED ON)
Long Drain (Spin LED ON)
Lid Lock (Lid Lock LED Flashing)
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17. Non Intuitive Control Note: Non Intuitive Control
helps keep customers from inadvertently getting into the test mode
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18. 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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19. Access Service Diagnostics
Activation MUST be done within 6 seconds
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20. Activation of Test Mode
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
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21. Mode of Operation
Test Mode will be identified with the LEDs and/or the appropriate number in the display
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22. Fault Codes Display F#-type of Fault
Press/Hold START key 3 sec. to clear all faults
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
Note: a fault/error code will be removed from the memory if it does not reoccur after 10 consecutive wash cycles
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23. Fault Codes
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24. Fault Codes
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25. Fault Codes
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26. Fault Codes
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27. Automatic Test
Turn the cycle selector knob until Spin Light is on and/or 02 is in the display
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
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28. Automatic Test
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29. Automatic Test

30. Manual Test Note: Multiple outputs may be activated simultaneously
Turn cycle selector knob until Spin
and Done Lights are on and/or 03 is displayed
Note: Outputs left on, will time out after 5 minutes

31. Manual Test

32. Manual Test

33. Calibration Mode
Turn cycle selector knob until Rinse Light is on and/or 04 is displayed

34. Calibrate When???
Calibrate when any of these systems are replaced

35. Calibration Mode

36. Sales Mode

37. UI Mode Test

38. Main Control Board Connectors and Pins

39. Valve Resistance Test
Resistance values of all valves are between Ohms
This will test the electrical connections and the valves themselves

40. Shifter Test

41. Shifter Voltages/Resistance Checks
Always ensure plugs connections
are secure
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

42. Optical Sensor Circuit
Slowly turn the basket by hand

43. Ohm the Harness

44. Line Voltage Path

45. Low Voltage Circuits

46. Drive Motor Neutral
Lid Lock MUST be closed to provide the motor neutral

47. Strip Circuit--Shifter

48. Strip Circuit--Shifter

49. Strip Circuit--Motor

50. Strip Circuit—Drain Pump

51. Removing Control Panel

52. Replacing User Interface2 1
Adhered to Console 4 3

53. Removing Tub Top

54. Suspension Rods

55. Coin Trap

56. Reinstalling Basket

57. Reinstalling Basket

58. Reinstalling Basket

59. Shaft Seal

60. Harness Clips

61. Service Tips--Cycles

62. Service Tips--Cycles

63. Service Tips--Cycles

64. Cycle Chart

65. Now for the disassembly
and diagnostic testing