Carol Lewis April 24, 2019 for Model Number MDC4650AWB Does the Pump Filter Part #AP6016649 for this model have a screen on the bottom side? Mine does and it appears to be extremely fine gauge nylon. It has a small tear about 1/4" long in one section. Can the screen be removed and replaced? Is there a part for that? If not, will the filter still be effective with the tear? I super glued the tear together..
1 Answer Carol, The WPW10192799 pump filter/pump cover doesn't have a "screen on the bottom side" other than the metal screen in the center of the housing. The " extremely fine gauge nylon" screen could be considered a fine particle filter that would filter out the finer/smaller food particles and deposits from the wash water and direct them to the drain portion of the pump assembly to be drained and removed from the dishwasher. A small "tear" in the screen wouldn't affect the overall operation of the dishwasher, and having "super glued the tear together", you should be OK for a while. Read More...
1 Answer Bob, The best way to clean a dishwasher grime out of the pump would be to use a shop vac to suck it out. Would also recommend running a clean cycle by running a cycle with nothing in it except a dishwasher cleaner or vinegar. Read More...
Mark January 16, 2016 for Model Number MDB7851AWS Dish's and cups are gritty, also makes lots of noise would this be caused by a dirty filter ? It's not food particles just gritty like it's not rinsing all the way.
1 Answer Hello Mark, While this can be a foreign material that has been introduced into the unit, it can also be hard water deposits and/or an oversoap issue. I would start by verifying the normal operation of the heating circuit in the unit. This can cause the detergent not to dissolve properly. Items in the heating circuit to check are the high limit thermostat WP99002633, the heating element W10283681, and the control WPW10218838. Read More...
Joe October 18, 2014 for Model Number mdb6759aws3 Start switch continuously blink. I turn off the power for five minutes to reset, when I turn it back on, start switch continuously blink.
1 Answer Hello Joe. If the start button is not working, you will need to replace the control panel WPW10235721 on the unit. Read More...
Jeremy August 06, 2014 for Model Number JDB1100AWS The washer isn't cleaning dishes very well, so I'm trying to clean out the filter. Unfortunately, it is extremely caked with old dishwasher detergent and I'm having trouble removing the filter even after removing the wash arm, the impeller, and the cover. I can't see any more screws and am nervous about breaking the filter. Tips?
1 Answer Jeremy, Once you have removed the cover, spray arm, and the impeller then the filter should just lift out. The filter just sits in there when screws are removed an may just have a lot of build up that is holding it. You can put pressure on it should pop out. Read More...
Frank February 09, 2014 for Model Number DMR78AHS In the pumping stage my dishwasher makes a terrible grinding noise like something is in the pump. The dishwasher workes fine through the washing cycle but during the draining cycle the grinding comes back and is extremely loud. Should I just replace the pump?
1 Answer Hello Frank. Look for a clog or blockage in the pump. If there is not one, you will need to replace the pump on the unit. Read More...
Karen January 27, 2014 for Model Number dishwaser We just had a new well installed and it is drawing sand through the faucet. Will this affect the dishwasher as it draws water into for a wash cycle? Will I have to clean it out eventually? How will I know when it needs to be cleaned out. Or will I need to replace a filter somewhere? thanks.
1 Answer Hello Karen. It is possible it will damage the water valve on the unit and it will need to be replaced. If it overfills and starts leaking out, the valve is bad. Read More...
Jim G. January 26, 2014 for Model Number maytag mdb6600aww Hi. I've had it 6 years. The top rack especially doesn't clean well. I'm thinking I need a Part Number AP4362441 MFG Part Number W10192799-pump filter. Your thoughts? Thanks. Jim G.
1 Answer Jim, Unless you can see that the filter screens and bottom tabs are clogged with debris or sediment, that's probably not the issue. When it comes to poor cleaning on the top rack, your first check needs to be to make sure the dishwasher is filling properly. remove the lower rack, and start a wash cycle, let the machine run a few minutes(3-5) unlatch the door, and wait a few seconds then open the door and check if the water level in the bottom of the tub is in contact with, or partially covering the heater element, if not, there is not enough water in the machine to properly pressurize the pump and reach the top spray arm to wash properly. You will also need to check the docking port WP6-917647 on the manifold and make sure the rubber flappers are in the proper position and swivel properly. If there is not enough water in the tub, you will want to replace the fill valve 99002628 or W11082871 depending on serial number. Read More...
Arthur November 02, 2013 for Model Number JDB215OAWPO I have the same issue as Mike Dishwasher has a heavy build up of material in cups. We have extremely hard wader in our home. I removed all parts to clean them and there was massive build up of detergent and water minerals. The filter seemed to be dirty on the inside but I could not open to clean completely. The dishwasher worked well for 3 months but is back to same issue. At this point I am considering buying a new filter and adding a water filter to the water line that leads to the dishwasher. Before I do so any way to fully clean the filter? Again all the micro filter sections are clearly blocked from the inside.
1 Answer Arthur, Your best option is to replace the filter assembly WPW10192799 , you'll only damage it trying to clean it. The filter material is pretty fragile. The remainder of the pump components can be cleaned with a solution of hot water, and a product such as "lime Away" or "CLR". Allow the solution to soak for 20 to 30 minutes, then wipe it out with a rag. Repeat again if necessary. Installing a filter will be of some benefit, but a softener system would be better, and make sure the water temperature in the tub is at least 120 dgrs.F. on the first fill of a cycle. The hotter the water the better the detergent chemicals break down and dissolve. Read More...
1 Answer Hello Ruth. No, either the control panel or the door switch would be the place to start 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...