Maytag LAT8600AAL - How to open it up?

The front panel on the Maytag LAT9806GGE, which must be a similar machine, comes off really easily. It is held on by 2 spring clips at the top under the lid and also some studs at the lower bottom sides. There is also a phlange which slides and sits under the bottom of the machine as the front slides back into position when replacing it. To release the front, you should use a large screwdriver and insert the blade end into the join and rotate. You should then be able to prise it apart gently releasing the bottom 2 studs. By keeping the bottom held away from the machine, you should then be able to release the 2 spring clips at the top. I found all this rather easy, it is getting the spring clips back on that I am now having the problem with!! However, I will find a way no doubt.

Anona Fenwick Payne
July 2007

Never mind - two small screws towards the bottom of the front panel allow it to come off, giving access to the innards. Apparently the top doesn't come off, on this model.

Sandy Wills
July 2007