Door Strike - GE GFWS1700H Technical Service Manual

2. Use long-nose pliers to grasp the wire loop
at the spring location and expand it to clear
the gasket.
3. Remove the spring and wire from the gasket.
4. Pull the right side of the gasket away from
the front panel.
5. Pull the door lock to the opening and
remove the wire harness.
NOTE: The door latch is solenoid activated. It
can remain locked after power is removed.
To manually unlock door:
1. Disconnect the washer from electrical
WARNING: To avoid injury, ensure all
mechanical movement has stopped.
2. Remove the service panel. (See the Washer
3. Reach behind and up the right side of the
Door Strike Removal
1. Open the door.
2. Remove the 2 Phillips head screws that hold
Release Hook
Release Hook
3. Remove the door strike.
NOTE: The door strike position on the door can
be horizontally adjusted 1/8 inch. Adjust the
position of the door strike for best door closure.
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supply.
Components, Service Panel section in this
guide.)
front panel, push the release hook down,
then open the door.

Door Strike

the door strike to the door frame cover.
Door Strike
Door Strike
Door Frame Cover
Door Frame Cover