Maytag MAH5500BWW Service Manual - Page 97

DISPENSER FLUME DISPENSER BOTTOM DETERGENT WASH INLET HOSE RECIRCULATION PUMP The Recirculation Pump is accessible from the front or the rear of the machine. The pump is connected in series with the outer tub pump hose and the drain hose. (See Figure 8-4) FABRIC SOFTENER INLET HOSE BLEACH INLET HOSE Figure 8-2 As a result of this revision, a new dispenser bottom, water valve and hoses were introduced. (See Figure 8-2) OPERATION: When Bleach or Fabric Softener is required to dispense, the dedicated solenoid on the water valve is activated the same as the previously used wax motor. Water is directed to dedicated spouts on the dispenser bottom. (See Figure 8-3) Inside the dispenser bottom, water is directed into the designated channels leading to the siphon cup assembly. FABRIC SOFTENER BLEACH Figure 8-4 1. Disconnect power and water to the machine. 2. Remove the front panel. 3. Lay a towel under the tub to pump hose and loosen the clamp on the pump connection to the hose. 4. Loosen the clamp on the detergent hose connected to the side of the recirculation pump. DISPENSER BOTTOM (TOP VIEW) 5. Lift the recirculation pump at an angle to disengage the locating tab of the mounting bracket from the baseframe. (See Figure 8-5) Figure 8-3 NOZZLE WAS REMOVED 16010199 (16008373-03) 10 Revised 7/00 ©2000 Maytag Appliances Sales Company