Trevor for Model Number 66516483300 Air Vent Assembly AP3182698 for Kenmore part # 8545533. Is this the "Wax motor" described on page 16, behind Fig 3-6 of the Whirlpool KD-12 manual? Is there a motor & fan inside this assembly to aid venting? We have the Kenmore Elite Type 577-O version of the Whirlpool GU1200XT / GU1500XT. Our problem is the top rack is not drying completely. The heating element seems to be working. Unit is 5 years old. Thank You for your help!
Answer Hi Trevor. The air vent assy. part # WP8545533, is a timed wax motor controlled vent for drying. Air Vent Assembly - Also suggested to order vent gasket WP8269259. There is no fan motor. Are you using "Jet -Dry" or "Rinse-Aid" ?" Run the water at the sink while loading so it has a fresh fill. Thank You. Read More... Answered by AppliancePartsPros.com | Monday, October 17, 2011