I have a Hotpoint top loading washer and I’m having trouble removing the shipping rod. I’ve looked online and it seems like it should be easy, but I’m having a hard time figuring it out. Does anyone have any tips on how to remove the shipping rod from a Hotpoint top loading washer? Any help would be greatly appreciated.
I was recently faced with the daunting task of removing the shipping rod from my Hotpoint top loading washer. I had no idea where to start or what tools I would need. After some research, I found that the shipping rod was located in the back of the washer and that I would need a Phillips head screwdriver to remove it.
I started by unplugging the washer from the wall, then I used the screwdriver to remove the two screws that held the shipping rod in place. Once the screws were removed, I was able to slide the rod out of the back of the washer. I was relieved to see that the rod had come out easily and without any damage to the washer.
I then replaced the screws and plugged the washer back in. I was now ready to start using my washer without the shipping rod in the way. I was glad that I was able to remove the shipping rod on my own and that