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Intro History: Washing Machine

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Washing Machines
Type
how-to
Title
How to Disassemble Washing Machines
Introduction
This is a general guide for most front loading washing machines.
Time estimate: 1 hour Difficulty: Moderate
'''Health & Safety'''
Dismantling of washing machines doesn't include any harmful steps. Nonetheless workers should work in pairs and wear personal protection equipment like gloves, goggles, apron and robust shoes.
'''Note''': As the construction of washing machines can differ, the dismantling steps mentioned below can vary in their order. However, the described steps show what parts the removal should focus on. The most important parts are: the motor, the water pump containing copper coils and the capacitor.
'''Tools'''
Several screwdrivers (T1)
Large flathead screwdriver (T2)
Hammer (T3)
Side cutter (T4)
Pliers (T5)
Cutter or sharp knife (T7)
Power screw driver (T8)
Industrial scale (T9)
Time Required Min
No estimate
Time Required Max
No estimate
Difficulty
Moderate
Author
Elisabeth Herbeck
Public
No

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