The Detergent Cup Latch is an OEM part for GE dishwashers, specifically designed for certain models. It is located on the detergent dispenser assembly. When the detergent cup is loaded with detergent, the latch holds it in place and prevents it from accidentally opening or spilling during the wash cycle.
Causes of a faulty or damaged detergent cup latch can include regular wear and tear, misalignment, or breakage. These factors can result in issues such as the detergent cup not staying closed, detergent not being dispensed properly, or leaks from the detergent compartment.
Symptoms of a bad detergent cup latch may include:
- The detergent cup not staying closed during the wash cycle
- Detergent not being released or dispensed into the dishwasher
- Leaks or spills from the detergent cup area
This OEM GE part can also be used on Hotpoint, RCA, and Kenmore/Sears appliances.
Do-It-Yourself Stories from Customers like You
Soap dispenser wouldn't close door kept falling down Graeme M. • Branford , CT • October 07, 2017
First replaced the latch, spring, and lever, but no improvement. Then I saw the lever arm on the other half of the door, which by position had to be the way that the timer interacts with the soap dispenser. After turning off the power to the dishwasher, I removed the switch cover (not obvious how -- a video would help: on the left, I slid the narrow rectangular plastic wire cover a little to one side and gently opened it on its little hinge, which is near the left side of the door, and then...
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