Introduction
Use this guide to replace the detergent bellows or detergent hose in your LG WM3050CW Washing Machine.
The detergent bellows connects the detergent dispenser assembly to the tub.
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Turn off the main water supply
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Unplug your washer
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Disconnect all water connections at the rear of your washer
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Use a Phillips driver to remove the two bottom 16.5 mm-long screws securing the top panel brackets.
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Tilt the top panel upward to completely disconnect it from the chassis.
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Remove the top panel.
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Insert a flathead screwdriver between the chassis and the plastic clip securing the control panel cable.
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Compress the clip and slide it out of the chassis to remove it.
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Move the cables out of the way of the detergent dispenser hoses before you continue.
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Use slip joint pliers to pinch the detergent dispenser hose clamp and pull it away from the assembly.
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Use slip joint pliers to gently rotate the detergent dispenser hose back and forth around its connection and loosen it.
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Pull the detergent dispenser hose straight off its connection on the assembly.
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Repeat the loosening and removal procedure for each hose.
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Use a Phillips driver to loosen the screw securing the bellows to the detergent dispenser.
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Pull the bellows straight off its connection on the dispenser to disconnect it.
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Use a Phillips driver to loosen the screw securing the bellows to the drum.
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Pull the bellows straight up from the drum to disconnect it.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
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