Unplug the washing machine or disconnect the power supply at the fuse or circuit breaker. Remove the pair of screws at the top of the diagonal panel running from the back of the washer to the front of the dryer. Tilt the panel down and pull it off the appliance.
Remove the screws at the back of the washer's top panel. The screws are hidden behind the diagonal panel when it is left in place. Pull the top panel forward to disengage the locking tabs; you can now lift it off the appliance. The bolts for the front panel are now revealed.
Remove the screws at the top of the front panel and lift it upward. Keep sliding the panel up until it can be removed from the washer. You can now access the tub, motor and other internal parts.