Heavy Duty Spider Suitable For IFB Ultra Washing Machine Spider Arm (6 kg & 6.5 kg) – Heavy Duty Drum Spider Shaft ( Match And Buy ) 2 Year warranty

Safety & Preparation FirstUnplug the Appliance: Turn off the power supply and disconnect the plug from the wall outlet.Turn Off Water Supply: Close the inlet water taps and disconnect the water supply hoses.Tools Needed: Socket wrench set, screwdriver set (Philips and flathead), bearing puller (if replacing bearings), rubber mallet, waterproof sealant / lubricant, and safety gloves.Step-by-Step Installation GuideStep 1: Access the Outer Tub AssemblyRemove the top panel by unscrewing the rear screws and sliding the cover back.Remove the rear panel cover to access the belt and pulley mechanism.Remove the front panel and detergent drawer:Disconnect the door seal (gasket) clamp and detach the gasket from the front panel.Disconnect the door lock switch wiring harness.Remove the screws securing the front panel and lift it off.Step 2: Disconnect Components & Remove the TubRemove Belt & Pulley: Slip off the drive belt from the motor and rear drum pulley. Unscrew the central pulley bolt and pull the pulley off the old spider shaft.Detach Connections: Disconnect the heating element wiring, motor wiring, pressure sensor hose, and shock absorber/suspension spring mounts connected to the tub.Extract Tub Assembly: Carefully lift the entire tub assembly out of the washing machine cabinet.Step 3: Split the Outer Tub & Remove Old SpiderUnscrew the perimeter bolts/latches holding the front and rear halves of the outer tub together.Separate the front outer tub housing to reveal the stainless steel inner drum.Pull the inner drum out from the rear tub casing (this reveals the old spider arm mounted on the back of the inner drum).Unscrew Old Spider: Remove the mounting bolts holding the 3 legs of the damaged spider arm to the inner stainless steel drum.Step 4: Mount the New Spider ArmClean the Mounting Area: Clean off all scale, lint, mineral deposits, and detergent buildup from the back of the inner stainless steel drum.Align & Bolt: Position the new IFB Ultra Spider Arm onto the three mounting points on the back of the inner drum. Secure Tight: Insert and tighten all three leg bolts securely in an alternating pattern to ensure even alignment and balanced drum rotation. Step 5: Reassemble the Machine(Recommended) Inspect and replace the tub oil seal and drum bearings inside the rear outer tub housing before reassembly.Push the inner drum shaft through the bearings in the rear tub housing until fully seated.Align the tub seal gasket, join the outer tub halves back together, and tighten all tub screws securely.Place the tub back into the machine cabinet and reattach the suspension springs and shock absorbers.Reinstall the rear drive pulley onto the new shaft and tighten the center bolt. Loop the drive belt back over the motor spindle and pulley.Reconnect all electrical wiring, water hoses, door gasket clamp, and cabinet panels.Step 6: TestingRun a short Drain & Spin cycle without laundry to ensure the drum rotates smoothly, without any wobble or rattling noise, and that there are no leaks. Note: Installing a washing machine spider arm involves completely dismantling the appliance. If you are not comfortable performing major appliance repairs, we strongly recommend having a qualified technician carry out the installation.Would you like advice on replacing the drum bearings and oil seal while installing this spider arm?