Parts for Maytag DWU8912AAB: 01 - Blower, Float & Water Level Switch Parts

Dissolves limescale, mineral deposits, and odor-causing residues from dishwasher tub and spray system. Use monthly to maintain peak cleaning performance.

Screw: 8-16 x 3/8 inch.

Dissolves limescale, mineral deposits, and odor-causing residues from dishwasher tub and spray system. Use monthly to maintain peak cleaning performance.

Screw: 8-16 x 3/8 inch.

Fixes dishwasher overfilling or not filling properly. This float rises with water to signal when the tub is full. DIY-friendly repair in under 30 minutes.

This water level switch senses the dishwasher's tub float and controls the water inlet. Replacing a worn switch restores correct filling, helping prevent overfilling or dry cycles that can reduce cleaning performance. What it does:

• Monitors the float position to open/close the fill circuit at the proper water level
• Common symptoms: dishwasher won't fill or stops filling too soon
• May also cause continuous filling/overfill if contacts are stuck closed
• Intermittent operation can leave the tub underfilled and washing performance poor

What's included:

• 1 water level (float) switch

Install notes:

• Disconnect power and shut off the water supply before servicing
• Remove the toe/kick panel to access the switch near the float assembly under the tub
• Note wire positions; transfer connectors one at a time and secure the switch in its bracket
• The float moves freely and actuates the switch before reassembly and testing

Screw: 8-16 x 3/8 inch.

This float palnut is a push-on retainer that secures the dishwasher's water-level float to its stem. Keeping the float anchored helps the overfill protection work properly, supporting correct fill levels and helping prevent leaks from overfilling. What it does:

• Holds the float in position so it can move freely with water level changes
• Helps the float reliably actuate the overfill/float switch
• Replace if cracked, loose, or missing
• Typical symptoms include a loose or wobbly float, the float popping off, erratic filling, overfilling, or leaks near the float area

• One float palnut

• Disconnect power and turn off water supply before servicing
• Remove the lower rack to access the float assembly
• Remove the old retainer; press the new palnut squarely onto the float stem until snug
• The float moves freely up and down before reassembling

Dissolves limescale, mineral deposits, and odor-causing residues from dishwasher tub and spray system. Use monthly to maintain peak cleaning performance.