Jill August 03, 2016 for Model Number GSD3630F00WW I have replaced the piston and nut already and I still have water in the bottom of my dishwasher after a cycle. I cleaned out the back gasket so I want to get down into the filter, look at it and was told to shop vac it out. Do you have any video on how-to do this? (I already checked to see there was no blockage in the hose going into the disposal as well as checking that the water runs well from the dishwasher without blockage). Thanks.
1 Answer Jill, There are a couple of screws that hold the filter frame in place in the back of the unit, You will just need to pull the screws out and lift the frame cover off. This will allow you to be able to get in there to stick a shop vac in to clean it. Read More...
Tracey January 18, 2015 for Model Number GSD4030Z07WW When replacing the piston and nut assembly, do you need to get the water out of the bottom of the dishwasher first?
1 Answer Hello Tracey, The water will need to be removed so it doesn't run out under the unit during the part WD24X10018 replacement. Read More...
Skeeter July 02, 2014 for Model Number GE GSD3415F00AA One more question. My GE washes the bottom rack fine but the top rack remains dry. The top sprayer arm does not turn and there is no water coming out of the top sprayer arm during the wash cycle. Besides replacing the top sprayer arm, could the piston/nut assembly have anything to do with this problem? Again, the bottom washes fine but the top is dry. Draining works as it should. Thanks so much!
1 Answer Skeeter, The piston and nut assembly would not have a bearing on the upper spray arm but the check valve assembly WD22X10024 would cause the issue. Read More...
Skeeter July 02, 2014 for Model Number GE GSD3415F00AA I was cleaning crud from the top of the piston/nut assembly. I did not know what this part did or how it functions as a piston. After cleaning, the piston "dropped down" and I can see the top of it slightly below the edge of the opening. I can take pliers and move it up and down easily but it doesn't stay in the "up" position. Is it functioning properly with the piston in the lower position with the dishwasher off or did I damage the piston assembly and need to replace it? Thanks for your help!
1 Answer Skeeter, The piston dropping down would be caused by a missing spring in the assembly and the piston and nut assembly WD24X10018 would need to be replaced. Read More...
Grant April 13, 2014 for Model Number GSC3400J00WW When replacing part AP2617344, should we also change the gasket AP2039835?
Barbara November 15, 2013 for Model Number gsd907p-45 I tried to replace the piston & nut assembly, problem is that we are unable to remove the old and in the process of trying the nodules broke, any ideas how to get it out?
1 Answer Barbara, The only way to get it out would be to take a pair of needle nose plies and shove them down into the nut and wedge it in and twist out. Read More...
Nancy June 03, 2013 for Model Number GSC3200J01WW HELP! I removed the screen with two screws in the back of the dishwasher. I saw what appears to have two white teeth on either side which I am guessing is the Piston and nut assembly. It will not budge or unscrew. It looks almost as if it appears to be part of the inside of the tub. Please help as am I looking in the wrong place? Do I take pliers and unscrew from inside the piston and nut assembly? I cant seem to get it loose no matter how hard I try.
1 Answer Nancy, You would just unscrew the piston and nut assembly from inside the unit using needle nose pliers. Read More...
Bill October 18, 2012 for Model Number GSD4920Z02BB There is no water spraying to clean the dishes on any cycle. Water is coming into the tub but when it is time to spray, the water seems to discharge near one of the rear screens instead of the spray arms. The tub does empty normally. What are the likely causes. Thanks.
1 Answer Bill, You're on track. The piston nut assembly can create an issue similar to your description " On these units washability complaints or no pump out can also be caused by a piston valve jammed open to the tub." You'll need to remove the pistonm and pump and check the assembly for debris and proper operation and seal, also, check the check valve in the valve body for proper operation. Thanks Read More...
Roger September 22, 2012 for Model Number GSD550G01BB What controls the piston nut? Is there a solenoid in the vakve body?
1 Answer Roger, The "piston and nut" assembly is a "spring loaded" mechanical device, it has no solenoids or "electrical" connections. The piston inside the valve body WD22X10025 operates, based on the pressure produced by the wash or drain pump. You didn't mention an issue, but if your having a dishwasher drain issue, the piston and nut is the most common issue, after you check for a restriction in the drain hose or plumbing. Also, the piston assembly must seat and seal to operate properly. Read More...
Robert July 09, 2012 How do you replace the piston and nut assembly on the GE Dish Washer? I want to replace the part ASAP. Thanks.
1 Answer Hello Robert. Make sure the power and water are off. Then disconnect the rear heater support and remove the filter screen assembly from inside the tub. Unscrew the piston and nut WD24X10018 from the collection assembly. Read More...