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Customer Questions and Answers for Circulation Pump And Motor (Dishwasher) by Whirlpool

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By: Whirlpool
Part Number: OEM18070065
Manufacturer Part Number: WPW10605059

This dishwasher circulation pump and motor drives wash water through the spray arms for effective cleaning. Replacing a failed wash motor restores strong spray pressure and consistent cleaning performance throughout the cycle.

  • Circulates water through the spray arms to wash and rinse dishes
  • Maintains proper flow and pressure from the sump to all spray arms
  • Direct replacement for a seized, noisy, or non-running wash motor
  • Common symptoms: poor cleaning, no spray action, or humming/buzzing during wash
What's included: One circulation pump and motor assembly. Install notes:
  • Disconnect power at the breaker and shut off water supply before servicing.
  • Access is from the bottom/front; many models require removing the toe panel and/or sliding the dishwasher out.
  • Connect the wiring, seat the pump seal fully in the sump, and lock the assembly in place per your model's procedure.
  • After reassembly, run a brief fill-and-wash to check for leaks and proper spray action.

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For Whirlpool Circulation Pump And Motor (Dishwasher) (Part Number: OEM18070065)

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Rick for Model Number WDF540PADB0

My dishwasher isn't cleaning. It's filling with water, running through the cycles, draining, and then showing as washed. I don't think water is going through the spray arms. The spray arms aren't clogged. I'm thinking the pump and motor may be bad. Is there something else I should look at first? If I pull the pump and motor assembly is there a way I can test them? Is it possible for the pump and motor to be clogged? If the dishwasher is draining does that mean the pump is good or is that another part that drains the dishwasher?

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Hello Rick, There are two pumps on this unit, the circulation pump W11133712 and the drain pump WPW10348269, so if it drains it has nothing to do with the water circulation. You need to verify that the heating circuit is operational and that the water is being circulated. You can check for water circulation by placing a glass in an upright position in each corner of the upper rack and run the unit for 60 seconds. If water is circulating properly, they should fill halfway in this time. The filter W10872845 could also be clogged.

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Answered by AppliancePartsPros.com   |   Friday, July 21, 2017

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