J Jag October 21, 2013 for Model Number Kitchenaid KUDS301XBLO I select the cycle I would like to run, the drain function kicks in, the machine makes a humming noise, clicks a few times, drains again and then turns off. Thank you for your help
1 Answer Hello J Jag. Make sure the unit is draining all the water out. If it is, then check the pressure switch and see if it is bad and needs to be replaced on the unit. You can test this with a multi-meter TJMA-DMT3. Here is a link on how to use a multi-meter. http://forum.appliancepartspros.com/oven-repair-including-ranges-cooktops/4810-how-check-continuity-ohmmeter.html Read More...
Robert March 22, 2013 for Model Number MDB4630AWS5 The heat wash/dry feature doesn't work on my dishwasher. I checked the heating coil and thermostat with a meter and both had continuity.I also checked the wires coming from the control board to the coil and there was no voltage while it was running. Do I need to replace the control board? Any help would be appreciated. Thanks Bob
1 Answer Hello Robert. I fhtere is no power coming from the control board to the heater during the drying cycle, you will need to replace the board in the unit. Read More...
Tony November 12, 2012 for Model Number KUDS01FKSS0 I was replacing the door cables and shorted out the dishwasher pulling it out from the cabinet. After resetting the circuit breaker, I have lights on the control panel, but the dfishwasher is not cycling. I did not test the door latch, but it (and the dishwasher) were working before it shorted out. Any ideas?
1 Answer Hello Tony, My first guess would be that the installer didn't use a strain relief on the power supply wire to the unit and when you pulled it out, it probably pulled on the wire nuts. I would check the connection and then put the unit into the self diagnostic cycle. If there is an issue at this point, the diagnostics will point you in the right direction. The tech sheet will walk you through this. Initiation of the self-diagnostic procedure is: HI TEMP SCRUB, AIR DRY, HI TEMP SCRUB, AIR DRY Or SANI RINSE, AIR DRY, SANI RINSE, AIR DRY (Note: HI TEMP SCRUB = HI TEMP SCOUR) (Note: AIR DRY = NO HEAT DRY = ENERGY SAVER DRY) Let us know if we can assist you further. Read More...
Fred P September 16, 2012 for Model Number GU2275XTVQ1 Whirlpool My dishwasher takes forever to clean, it may take 5 hours of more of running before it is finished. I just tried some Finnish dishwasher cleaner just in case something was plugged up. Any ideas?
1 Answer Hello Fred. You need to check and make sure the heater circuit is working properly in the unit. If not, it can cause the issue you are having. Also, make sure the water is hot at the sink before you start the unit. You can test this with a multi-meter TJMA-DMT3. Here is a link on how to use a multi-meter. http://forum.appliancepartspros.com/oven-repair-including-ranges-cooktops/4810-how-check-continuity-ohmmeter.html Read More...
Thomas M. May 01, 2012 for Model Number KUDI01TJWH1 Well, this dishwasher has been very noisy lately, I thought maybe something was stuck in the grinder that wouldn't go away, then it seized up, It will fill and drain but when it comes time to wash I am getting the big "HUM" noise... something, a motor is not able to turn... Any thoughts, I have it out and on the workbench, looking at taking the motor off the bottom, have to start somewhere. I have the parts print out. Thank you for any input, I appreciate it. Thomas M.
1 Answer Hello Thomas. The motor is locked up in the unit. When it does this, it is best to replace the sump assembly W10782773 and not just the motor. This way you have all new parts and are not at risk of a leak or the chopper being bad in the unit, and the filters are new as well. Read More...
Tim D December 21, 2011 for Model Number GU1100XTLQ1 Dishwasher seems to fill and run but no longer makes the swashing sound while operating. Almost sounds like it's stuck or grinding. Dishes seem to be clean, heat works for drying, and the water empties. If I open the machine during operation water drains from the top arm but it doesn't seem to spin. Any thoughts Thanks
1 Answer Tim, If you turn the upper rinse arm assembly by hand , is it free moving, it could be "stuck". The more lilely issue is there's not enough water in the tub, during the wash cycle. Try this , start the machine on a normal wash cycle, allow the unit to fill, start and run for at least 5 minutes, unlatch the door, wait a few seconds and open the door. The water level, if proper should be in contact with the bottom of the heating element (at least). If not, the system will not pressurize and the water will not flow properly and could create noises and impair the upper rinse arm operation. You'd need to replace the fill valve WP8531669 and check the float assembly WP8268913 for being "sticky" if that was the case. Read More...
Scott December 18, 2011 for Model Number gu2455xtss3 Capacitor AP4420627 has 2 connectors. Numbered 1 and 2. The motor has a blue and yellow wire. The plugs are non-polorized. Which wire goes to which plug?
1 Answer Hello Scott. It looks like the blue wire goes to the number 1 and the yellow wire goes to the number 2 on the capactior. Hope this helps. Read More...
Donald M. June 02, 2011 for Model Number DU1055XTPB3 Dishwasher is not getting items clean. No water to the top shelf. I am thinking the pump motor. Had this problem with a similar dishwasher before was told to get a new diswasher. Is the pump motor a difficlut replace in this model? DU1055XTPB3
1 Answer Hello Donald. The pump motor is not to hard to replace. You will need to check and see how much water is coming inside the dishwasher. If the water level is low, it can cause the problem your having. If so, you will need to replace the water valve WP8531669. Hope this helps. Read More...
Usnavychiefret April 20, 2011 for Model Number KUDR01TJBT0 My analog meter died a few months back. Purchases a digital meter. In any case I guess I should still see a "C-kick" then slow drop back to zero telling me the capacitor is doing it's job so then it would be that the motor is bad (not starting with the kick from the capacitor)?
1 Answer Hello USNavyChiefRet. If the digital meter can read the capacitor, then yes, you should see the "C-Kick". If it is good, then the motor may be bad. Check and make sure there is power coming to the motor. Hope this helps. Read More...
Usnavychiefret April 18, 2011 for Model Number KUDR01TJBT0 I tested the inlet valve and it shows 115V and seems to be opening to let water into the tub, however, once full, the motor won't start, I just get a buzzing sound after a short period the unit shuts down. As I understand this capacitor starts the motor. I know a capacitor stores electrical energy. I've fixed this machine a number of times never had this problem, just replaced chopper. A few months ago the soap dispenser latch broke but that didn't seem to affect running. It sounds like it tries to start but nothing happens. I'm pretty good at troubleshooting if I knew what to look for, what specs to look for as far as electrical.
1 Answer Hello USNavyChiefRet. With an analog meter you should see a "C-kick" and then a slow drop back to 0. If so, the capacitor is good. If not, you will need to replace the capacitor. Hope this helps. Read More...