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Guide for Appliance Recyclers June 2004 <br /> washing machine models, was activated when the lid of the washer was opened. <br /> Another application was in the dynamic stabilizing system, designed to prevent a severe <br /> out-of-balance condition. The switch, located on the back of certain models, was <br /> activated if the machine became severely out of balance. Only when you remove the <br /> switch can you distinguish between a manual switch and mercury switch in the dynamic <br /> stabilizing system. Estimated removal time for these switches is 5 to 10 minutes. <br /> Washing Machine Diagram of Mercury Switch Locations <br /> Spin Cycle 000 <br /> Shut-Off Switch--�� <br /> �• r <br /> Out-of-Balance <br /> Control Switch <br /> Spin Cycle Shut-Off Switch <br /> Six steps should be followed for removing spin cycle shut-off switches. <br /> Step 1: Open the lid of the washer and examine the rim for a mechanical switch. <br /> These switches come in various sizes, shapes, and locations; they may be similar to <br /> the "push-button" or "tab" types found in some chest freezers. You should be able to <br /> hear an audible "click"when a mechanical switch engages and disengages. If you <br /> find a mechanical switch, no mercury switch is present. If there is no mechanical <br /> switch, proceed to Step 2. <br /> • <br /> 12 <br />