CONSUMER SERVICES TECHNICAL EDUCATION GROUP PRESENTS L-73 ImPress IRONING STATION Model LFB2611L JOB AID Part No. 8178203
FORWARD This Whirlpool Job Aid, ImPress Ironing Station, (Part No. 8178203), provides the technician with information on the installation, operation, and service of the ImPress Ironing Station. It is to be used as a training Job Aid and Service Manual. The Wiring Diagram used in this Job Aid is typical and should be used for training purposes only. Always use the Wiring Diagram supplied with the product when servicing the unit. GOALS AND OBJECTIVES The goal of this Job Aid is to provide detailed information that will enable the service technician to properly diagnose malfunctions and repair the Whirlpool ImPress Ironing Station. The objectives of this Job Aid are to: Understand and follow proper safety precautions. Successfully troubleshoot and diagnose malfunctions. Successfully perform necessary repairs. Successfully return the Ironing Station to its proper operational status. WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION assumes no responsibility for any repairs made on our products by anyone other than Authorized Service Technicians. Copyright 2002, Whirlpool Corporation, Benton Harbor, MI 49022 - ii -
TABLE OF CONTENTS Page GENERAL... 1-1 Safety First... 1-1 Model & Serial Number Designations... 1-2 Model & Serial Number Label And Wiring Diagram Locations... 1-3 Specifications... 1-4 Whirlpool ImPress Ironing Station Warranty... 1-5 INSTALLATION INFORMATION... 2-1 Surface Mounting... 2-1 PRODUCT OPERATION... 3-1 Adjusting The Board Height... 3-1 Adjusting The Swivel Tension... 3-1 The Work Light... 3-1 Using The Iron... 3-2 Storing The Ironing Board... 3-2 COMPONENT ACCESS... 4-1 Removing The Light Socket, Indicator Light, Timer, AC Receptacle, & Cutoff Switch... 4-1 COMPONENT TESTING... 5-1 Timer... 5-1 Cutoff Switch... 5-2 WIRING DIAGRAM... 6-1 - iii -
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GENERAL SAFETY FIRST Your safety and the safety of others is very important. We have provided many important safety messages in this Job Aid and on the appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages. This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to hazards that can kill or hurt you and others. All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word DANGER or WARNING. These words mean: DANGER WARNING You can be killed or seriously injured if you don t immediately follow instructions. You can be killed or seriously injured if you don t follow instructions. All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed. ELECTRICAL POWER SUPPLY & GROUNDING REQUIREMENTS WARNING WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing. Replace all parts and panels before operating. Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock. Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into a grounded 3-prong outlet. Do not remove ground prong. Do not use an adapter. Do not use an extension cord. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock. 1-1
MODEL NUMBER MODEL & SERIAL NUMBER DESIGNATIONS MODEL NUMBER L F B 26 1 1 L Q 0 INTERNATIONAL SALES IND. OR MARKETING CHANNEL IF PRESENT PRODUCT GROUP: L = DOMESTIC LAUNDRY PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION: F = FINISHING PRODUCTS FEATURE CODE 1: B = BUILT-IN BOARD ONLY FEATURE CODE 2: FIRST DIGIT 2 = 1 TO 6 BOARD HEIGHT POSITIONS SECOND DIGIT 6 = 1 TO 6 SWIVELING BOARD POSITIONS FEATURE CODE 3: 1 = LIGHT, SHUTOFF TIMER FEATURE CODE 4: 1 = 42 BOARD LENGTH YEAR OF INTRODUCTION: L = 2002, M = 2003 COLOR CODE: Q = WHITE-ON-WHITE T = BISCUIT-ON-BISCUIT ENGINEERING CHANGE (NUMERIC) SERIAL NUMBER SERIAL NUMBER M B M 04 54321 DIVISION RESPONSIBILITY M = MARION, OH MANUFACTURING SOURCE B = IRON-A-WAY, INC. YEAR OF PRODUCTION: M = 2002 WEEK OF PRODUCTION: 04 = 4th WEEK PRODUCT SEQUENCE NUMBER 1-2
MODEL & SERIAL NUMBER LABEL AND WIRING DIAGRAM LOCATIONS Model/Serial Number Label Wiring Diagram (Located Behind Panel) 1-3
SPECIFICATIONS Model No. Color LFB2611LQ & T Q = White, T = Biscuit Ironing Board Dimensions: Height 47-1/8 Width 14-1/4 General: Electrical Rating 15 Amps Max Current Draw Electrical Outlets One, 3-Prong, Grounded Maximum Iron Rating 1400 Watts Built-in Work Light One Timer Shutoff, Settable Up To 60 Minutes, With Indicator Light When On Ironing Board Swivel Capacity 360. Board Locks In 4 Positions (12:00, 1:30, 3:00, 4:30) Ironing Board Height Adjustable, 2 Positions (4 Inch Difference) Board Dimensions 42 1-4
WHIRLPOOL ImPress IRONING STATION WARRANTY LENGTH OF WARRANTY: FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY FROM DATE OF PURCHASE. WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR: FSP replacement parts and repair labor costs to correct defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by a Whirlpooldesignated service company. WHIRLPOOL WILL NOT PAY FOR: A. Service calls to: 1. Correct the installation of the unit. 2. Replace house fuses or correct house wiring. 3. Replace owner-accessible light bulbs. B. Repairs when the unit is used in other than normal, single-family household use. C. Pickup and delivery. The unit is designed to be repaired in the home. D. Damage to the unit caused by accident, alteration, misuse, abuse, fire, flood, acts of God, or use of products not approved by Whirlpool. E. Repairs to parts or systems resulting from unauthorized modifications made to the unit. WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. Some states or provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so this exclusion or limitation may not apply to you. This warranty gives specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state or province to province. Outside the United States and Canada, a different warranty may apply. For details, please contact your authorized Whirlpool dealer. If you need service, help can be found by checking the Assistance Or Service section of the Use and Care Guide, or by calling the Whirlpool Customer Interaction Center telephone number, 1-800-253-1301, from anywhere in the U.S.A. 1-5
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INSTALLATION INFORMATION SURFACE MOUNTING 1. Determine desired ironing board height above the floor (see the Mounting Height Chart below). NOTE: The ironing station enclosure will extend approximately 11 into the room. NOTE: The user can adjust height of board after the installation with a 4 differential between a maximum and minimum height. Figures under the left column are for the normal default position. ELECTRICAL CONSIDERATIONS All electrical work must be done in accordance with all applicable electrical codes. WARNING: Turn off the power at the service entrance before wiring this unit. Pigtails are provided behind the control panel. Use the strain relief provided. Desired Board Height Mount Cabinet Above Floor (Inches) (Inches) 38 30 37 29 36 28 35 27 34 26 33 25 32 24 31 23 30 22 29 21 28 20 Access Hole 3 2. Locate the wall stud that will be used for mounting the ironing station. The stud should be located as close to the center of the cabinet as possible. 3. Using a 3/16 drill bit, predrill holes in the upper and lower cabinet cross braces where the lag screws will be located. 4. If installed, allow at least 16 to the side of the cabinet for the door swing. 5. Using a 3/16 drill bit, predrill a pilot hole in the wall stud where the cabinet will be attached to the wall. 6. Attach the cabinet to the wall by inserting the lag screws, (included with the ironing station), through the predrilled holes in the cabinet cross frames, or braces, and screw them into the predrilled pilot holes in the wall stud. 1 4 2-1
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ADJUSTING THE BOARD HEIGHT 1. Pull the top of the board forward several inches. 2. To raise the board: PRODUCT OPERATION a) Grasp the top of the board frame, pull the board forward an inch or so, and lift the frame slightly to unlock the positioning rod. b) Push the positioning rod in and slide it to the back of the slots in the side brackets. c) Lift the positioning rod to the upper slot position, then pull the rod forward as far as the slot allows. Lift Frame Board Frame 3. Rotate the front of the board down to its ironing position. ADJUSTING THE SWIVEL TENSION The ironing board can be rotated 360 by moving the front to the left or right. The tension knob under the board may have to be loosened to obtain a comfortable swivel tension. To adjust the tension, turn the knob clockwise (tighten), or counterclockwise (loosen). Tension Knob Pull Board Out 1 to 2 THE WORK LIGHT A work light is activated when the ironing board is placed in a horizontal position and the timer is turned on. Positioning Rod Upper Position Work Light Lower Position 3-1
USING THE IRON 1. Lower the board to the ironing position. 2. Plug the iron cord into the grounded receptacle. Timer 5. Place the iron in the hot iron storage compartment in its upright position with the bottom facing the metal heat shield. STORING THE IRONING BOARD 1. If you swiveled the ironing board, return it to the straight position. 2. Lift the front of the ironing board and return it to the upright position. NOTE: When moving the ironing board to the upright position, the board will depress the electrical circuit cutoff switch. At that time, the indicator light and work light will go out, and power to the AC receptacle will be shut off. AC Receptacle Cutoff Switch 3. Rotate the timer knob clockwise to turn the power to the iron on, and set the timer for an approximate work time (5 to 50 minutes). 4. When ironing is completed, turn the timer knob to the 0 position. Ironing Board 3-2
COMPONENT ACCESS REMOVING THE LIGHT SOCKET, INDICATOR LIGHT, TIMER, AC RECEPTACLE, & CUTOFF SWITCH WARNING 2. Lift and remove the iron storage wedge from the unit. Iron Storage Wedge Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing. Replace all parts and panels before operating. Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock. NOTE: Sharp edges may be present. 1. Disconnect the power to the ironing station. NOTE: The location of the components that are serviced in this section are shown below: Cutoff Switch Mounting Screw (1 of 3) 3. Lower the ironing board. 4. Place a towel or something similar on top of the ironing board to protect it. 5. Remove the three mounting screws from the component cover and remove the cover from the bracket. Lay the component cover on the protective ironing board cover as shown below. Light Lens & Light Socket Component Cover Component Cover Indicator Light Timer AC Receptacle Protective Cover Iron Storage Wedge Continued on the next page. 4-1
6. To remove the light socket: a) Remove the two screws from the light lens and remove the lens, then remove the light bulb from the socket. NOTE: When you reinstall the light lens do not overtighten the two screws. d) Remove 1/2 of insulation from the cut wire ends, and splice the light socket wires to the wiring harness using two twist-on wire nuts. Trim the wire lengths, as necessary. e) Wrap electrical tape around the wires to hold them together. Twist-On Wire Nut Electrical Tape Screw Light Lens Screw b) Remove the nut from the light socket and remove the socket from the mounting hole. 7. To remove the indicator light: a) Cut the two indicator wires near the case, as shown. Cut 2 Indicator Wires Here Light Socket Nut c) Cut the socket wires at the two locations shown below. Cut Here Light Socket Cut Here 4-2
b) Press in on the locking arms, and push the indicator light out of the component cover. Locking Arm Indicator Light c) Disconnect the three wires from the timer terminals. The wires are connected as follows: Terminal 1 = cutoff switch wire Terminal 2 = timer motor wire Terminal 3 = AC (Black) wire Terminals 1 2 3 c) Splice the indicator light wires to the wiring harness using two twist-on wire nuts (see steps 6d and 6e on the previous page for the procedure). 8. To remove the timer: a) Pull the knob off the timer shaft. b) Remove the two screws and remove the timer from the component cover. Timer Knob Timer Screws Timer Cut Motor Wire Here d) Cut the timer motor wire going to the crimp-on connector at the indicated location shown above. e) Splice the timer motor wire to the wiring harness using a twist-on wire nut (see steps 6d and 6e on the previous page for the procedure). Continued on the next page. 4-3
9. To remove the AC receptacle: a) Cut the black and white receptacle wires at the indicated locations shown below. b) Press in on the locking spring, and push the receptacle out of the component cover. c) Remove the screw from the eyelet at the end of the green ground wire and remove the wire from the component cover bracket. 10. To remove the cutoff switch: a) Remove the two wire connectors from the switch terminals. b) Push in on the two locking arms and push the switch out of the cutout. Cutoff Switch 2 Wire Connectors Green Ground Wire AC Receptacle Locking Arm Locking Spring IMPORTANT REASSEMBLY NOTE: Be sure to reconnect the green ground wire from the AC receptacle to the component cover bracket. WARNING Cut Receptacle Wires Here Electrical Shock Hazard Connect green ground wire to ground screw. Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock. d) Splice the AC receptacle wires to the wiring harness using two twist-on wire nuts (see steps 6d and 6e on page 4-2 for the procedure). 4-4
Before testing any of the components, perform the following checks: The most common cause for control failure is corrosion on connectors. Therefore, disconnecting and reconnecting wires will be necessary throughout test procedures. All tests/checks should be made with a VOM or DVM having a sensitivity of 20,000 ohmsper-volt DC, or greater. COMPONENT TESTING Check all connections before replacing components, looking for broken or loose wires, failed terminals, or wires not pressed into connectors far enough. Resistance checks must be made with power cord unplugged from outlet, and with wiring harness or connectors disconnected. WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing. Replace all parts and panels before operating. Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock. TIMER Terminals Motor Wires Refer to page 4-1 for the procedure for servicing the timer. 1. Disconnect the power to the ironing station. 2. Disconnect the timer motor connector from terminal 2 of the timer. 3. Set the ohmmeter to the R x 1K scale. 4. Touch one ohmmeter lead to the timer motor wire terminal, and the other lead to one of the white AC wires. The meter should indicate between 2000 and 2400 Ω. 5. Set the ohmmeter to the R x 1 scale. 6. Set the timer to 0 (off). 7. Touch the ohmmeter leads to timer terminals 1 and 3. The meter should indicate an open (infinite) circuit. 8. Turn the timer knob to the 1 position. 9. Touch the ohmmeter leads to timer terminals 1 and 3. The meter should indicate a closed (0 Ω) circuit. 5-1
WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing. Replace all parts and panels before operating. Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock. CUTOFF SWITCH (N.C.) Refer to page 4-1 for the procedure for servicing the cutoff switch. 1. Disconnect the power to the ironing station. 2. Disconnect one of the wires from the cutoff switch terminals. 3. Set the ohmmeter to the R x 1 scale. 4. Touch the ohmmeter leads to the N.C. (normally-closed) and COM (common) terminals. The meter should indicate a closed (0 Ω) circuit. 5. With the meter connected to the switch terminals, press in on the switch button. The meter should indicate an open (infinite) circuit. 5-2
WIRING DIAGRAM Indicator Light Light Timer M W BK Grounded Outlet Cutoff Switch (Activated By Board When In Upright Position) N W GR GND BK L1 6-1
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