the motor will not turn unless i give it a quick turn on the fan which to me indicates the capacitor needs replacing but cannot get access to the motor , any ideas?

brian, October 2008

lid off.remove the kidney shape back panel,then remove the white fan from the motor shaft.now remove all the screw from the back panel.disconnect wiring and water hoses.now remove back panel and belt and then the inner stainless drum and wow you can see the motor with capacitor attached.refit in reverse.fans have been known to break trying to remove them but be careful not to bend motor shaft as they vibrate like mad if you do!!

ck, October 2008