140144939018 Genuine Damper Tool for Electrolux Group Appliances, Electrolux Service Tool for Fitting Dampers

Electrolux lists part 140144939018 as a damper tool, a genuine service tool from the Electrolux group range. Dampers are the shock absorbers that steady a moving part, such as the tub in many washing machines, and some designs need a purpose-made tool to release or fit them without damage. The catalogue entry doesn't name the appliance or show how the tool is used, so check your service manual references 140144939018 before ordering.

What the damper tool is for

Damper fixings are often stiff clips or pins tucked into awkward spots, and levering at them with a screwdriver can snap the clip, crack a mounting or mark the cabinet. A purpose-made tool gives the right shape and leverage to release and seat a damper cleanly. In a washing machine, for example, tired dampers show up as banging, shaking or the machine walking across the floor on spin. If your service information calls for this tool when changing dampers, having it on hand saves time and broken parts.

Part details

• Genuine Electrolux group part 140144939018
• Service tool for dampers
• Appliance not named in the catalogue
• Check your service manual refers to this number

Using the damper tool

Before working on any damper, unplug the appliance and turn off the water. Dampers can be under tension, so support the part they hold before releasing them. Follow the procedure in the service manual for your model, keeping the tool square to the fitting to avoid slipping. Inspect the mounting points for cracks while the damper is out.

Questions about this part

Do I need this tool to change washing machine dampers?

Not always. Many dampers can be changed with standard hand tools. Electrolux lists 140144939018 as a specific damper tool, so it's mainly worth buying if your service manual calls for it or you're replacing dampers regularly.