WHIRLPOOL

VERTICAL MODULAR WASHER

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www.msaworld.com Presented by: Rick Kuemin, MSA Training Director

 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

LID LOCKED FOR ALL FUNCTIONS

1. Shifts from agitate to Spin

2. Monitors the position
3. Monitors motor RPM (speed wheel Lid Switch
in gearcase-optical sensor) Lock Switch
Latch Solenoid
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 VMW Control Panel

1. Eco Monitor
2. Wash Cycle Dial
3. Options
4. Display
5. Sequencing Lights

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Components – Top View

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Components – Top Lifted

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Components -- Bottom View

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 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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 Non Intuitive Control

Note: Non Intuitive Control

helps keep customers from
inadvertently getting into the
test mode

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 Test Modes
 Diagnostic Test Modes
 Allowservice 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

Activation MUST be done within 6 seconds

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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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 Mode of Operation

Test Mode will be identified with the

LEDs and/or the appropriate number in
the display

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 Fault Codes Display
Press/Hold START key 3
sec. to clear all faults

F#-type of Fault
Fault Code Display: displays last 4 E#-component system where
codes. Turn CCW 1 turn at a time to fault is located
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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 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
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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 Automatic Test

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Automatic Test
 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
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
Always ensure plugs connections
are secure Shifter Motor Control
Shifter-Switch DC output AC output 120 VAC

Shifter Motor resistance—J 16 pins 1-2 is

2K-3K ohms-Checks the resistance
through the harness and shifter motor
 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

2
1

Adhered to Console

3
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