Trouble for Model Number whirpool DU1301XTVQ2 Dishes in top rack are not washing at all. Dishwasher does not go into wash cycle. When it stopped working in 'normal' setting if starting using the 'pots and pans' setting and that was working fine but now even that doesnt clean....don't hear the whooshing of the water once dishwasher is started....just seems to be rinsing. The water is pretty hot and drains out and dishes come out dry but not clean. I am not sure if its the circulation motor, element heater or the cycle selector switch. I opened the door in the middle of washing to check water temp and its hot but the element itself is not...i am able to touch it....couple months back it used to get BRIGHT red now that doesnt happen. your help is most certianly appreciate.
Answer Trouble, First thing, check the water level, Start the dishwasher, let it run 3 to 5 minutes, then unlatch the door. in a couple of seconds, open the door and remove the lower rack. If the water level is at least within 1/4 in. of the heater element, then there is enough water to wash properly, and you'll need to check the filter/accumulator 8193918, the impeller 8193951A and Sump housing for restrictions and clogs. Also check and make sure the detergent or rinse aid is not "foaming" during the cycle, the pump assembly won't pressurize properly if there's air/foam in the water. Read More... Answered by AppliancePartsPros.com | Friday, November 16, 2012