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Customer Questions and Answers for Turbidity Sensor by Whirlpool

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By: Whirlpool
Part Number: OEM18071610
Manufacturer Part Number: WPW10705575

The Turbidity Sensor is an OEM part for Whirlpool dishwashers. It detects the level of particles in the water during the wash cycle, allowing the dishwasher to adjust the cycle duration and water usage for optimal cleaning performance. This sensor ensures that dishes are thoroughly cleaned by monitoring water clarity.

You should replace the turbidity sensor if it becomes faulty or damaged. Causes of a bad turbidity sensor can include regular wear and tear, exposure to hard water minerals, or electrical malfunctions. A malfunctioning sensor can lead to inefficient cleaning cycles and poor wash results.

Symptoms of a bad turbidity sensor include:

  • Dishes not being cleaned properly
  • Dishwasher running longer than usual or shorter cycles
  • Error codes related to the sensor
  • Inconsistent wash performance

This OEM part is also compatible with Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Magic Chef, Admiral, Norge, Roper, and Kenmore models.

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Dereck for Model Number 665.12773k311

I have a Kenmore (rebranded Whirlpool) dishwasher. The heater wasn't heating the water or drying at the end of the cycle. I found the filter screen was plugged with cooking grease. I cleaned the screen. The issue remained. In advance, I purchased a new heater coil and thermostat. I pulled the unit and removed the heater coil and thermostat. I did a continuity test on both parts and they tested good. Please indicate what to test next. Could the Turbidity sensor be bad. I believe there is a thermal switch in that sensor as well. I'm stuck.

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Hello Derek, it sounds as if the control board has disabled the heater circuit. It can do this if it sees certain problems unrelated to heater operation, You will need to run the diagnostic test to find the fault code, the diagnostic test sheet is located behind the lower kickplate. To enter the test, open the door, cancel any cycles, press any 3 keypads in a 123.123.123 sequence, close the door and count the clean light blinks. That will be the fault codes, can have up to 4 codes.

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Answered by AppliancePartsPros.com   |   Monday, November 18, 2019

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