Support the door with a stool or box that fits under the door, or have an assistant support the weight of the door.
Avoid dropping the door.
Unplug the appliance or turn off power at the main circuit breaker before beginning door reversal.
Always reverse the door BEFORE stacking the appliance on top of the washer.
Tools Required
Phillips screwdriverLarge flat blade screwdriver (recommended for hinge screws if they are tight or your Phillips screwdriver is worn)Small flat blade screwdriver (for lifting out parts)
Door Reversal Instructions
The instructions here are for changing the door swing from a right to a left side hinge. If the door has been reversed, and it is necessary to change it back, use care when following these instructions. Some of the illustrations and the left/right references will be reversed, and you will need to read the instructions carefully.Open the appliance door.You will be removing the screws shown below (6 on left, 4 on right).Remove the four decorative screws on the left using a screwdriver.Remove the two latch screws and the latch.Be sure to support the weight of the door before removing the hinge screws.Hold the hinge in place while removing the four hinge screws (to prevent the door from dropping).Remove the door from the cabinet cover.Move the door to the left side and line up the holes in the hinge with the holes in the cabinet.Be sure to support the weight of the door before inserting the hinge screws.Hold the hinge in place while inserting the two hinge screws (to prevent the door from dropping).Insert the latch on the right side and install the latch screws.Insert the four decorative screws on the right side.Check that the door closes and latches properly.