Skip to Content
  • time delivery images 2 Day Quick Delivery!
  • box-refresh images 365 Day Return Policy!
  • lovely images 15 million satisfied customers
  • boxes images Over 2.1 Million Parts In Stock
  • headphone imagesFree Tech Support!
  • google images Google Trusted Store

Customer Questions and Answers for Turbidity Sensor by Whirlpool

4.89 (64)
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.

More
$32.64
Compare At:
$38.52
You Save:
$5.88

IN STOCK
Ships Today Guaranteed
Add to Cart

Questions & Answers

For Whirlpool Turbidity Sensor (Part Number: OEM18071610)

View all Questions

Todd for Model Number KDFE104DSS2

When starting a wash cycle, I pick my options and Start. All of the lights are on and it sounds like water starts pumping into the machine. Nothing else happens. When I hit Cancel, water will drain. Sometimes, I hear clicking. I usually try several times to get the washer to start the cycle. Sometimes it just takes 2-3 times, otherwise it takes 15-20 or will not start at all. Several years ago, I had the same issues and replaced the control panel, but that did not fix the issue. I replaced the motor assembly and optic sensor, which I believe is also called the Turbidity Sensor and that fixed the problem. Should I replace those same two parts again?

Answer

Todd, the turbidity sensor will not keep it from running but simply monitors how dirty or clean the water is to determine whether to keep running or not. It sounds like it is pumping the water in but not activating the wash motor. This could be a problem with the wash motor or main control board not sending proper voltage to the motor. There should be a tech sheet behind the bottom toe panel that will tell you how to put it into a diagnostic mode and turn on the wash motor.

Read More...

Answered by AppliancePartsPros.com   |   Tuesday, April 21, 2020

Have questions? Ask our pros!

Contact us in a way that is convenient for you

Call us 1-877-477-7278
Need Help? Chat with a Pro

Share your thoughts with other customers

Answer or comment
  • boxes images Over 2.1 Million Parts In Stock
  • time delivery images 2 Day Quick Delivery!
  • box-refresh images 365 Day Return Policy!
  • headphone imagesFree Tech Support!
  • google images Google Trusted Store