Introduction
This disassembly guide will illustrate how to completely disassemble the Cuisinart WMR-CA(CR). This can be a messy process if the device is used. Do not disassemble while plugged in. All screws can be removed with a #2 Phillips head screwdriver.
Tools
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There are five 10 mm black screws holding the plastic plate down. Remove these screws to expose the central wire hub.
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Take off the plastic plate to expose the central wire hub on the bottom of the waffle maker.
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Remove the central 10 mm gray screw as shown to detach the hub and stainless steel frame from the bottom side heating element.
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Additionally, remove the two 10 mm black screws holding down the AC power supply cord.
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Remove the 25 mm gray screw from the regulating thermostat.
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Additionally, remove the 9 mm gray screw holding down the red wire as shown.
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Flip over to the top side.
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Use a metal spudger, Jimmy, or some other thin pry tool to loosen up the plastic plate on the top side.
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Once loosened, pull down and up to remove the plate, exposing the top side frame screw.
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Remove the 9 mm gray screw holding the top side frame plate.
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This exposes the top side heating element and plate.
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Remove the four 9 mm gray screws holding the top side press plates down.
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Yes, there are four screws.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.