Steve May 06, 2021 for Model Number kdte304dpad Unit runs for 4 seconds and stops no water comes in. Would this be a problem with the float switch.
1 Answer Hello Steve, I would run the diagnostic cycle to see if there are any fault codes. To invoke the Diagnostics Cycle, perform the following while in standby: ¦ Press the Start key to wake up the control panel. ¦ Press any 3 keys in the sequence 1-2-3-1-2-3-1-2-3 with no more than 1 second between key presses. ¦ The Service Diagnostics Cycle will start when the door is closed. The tech sheet behind the kickpanel will give explanations of any fault codes in the control's memory. Read More...
Peter August 30, 2020 for Model Number MDB8959AWW5 Trying to lift out the float so I can replace the switch assembly. The video shows the float just lifting out, but on my unit it lifts freely until it hits some sort of stop. How should I proceed, thanks!
1 Answer Hello Peter, the parts list does not indicate any type of clip at the bottom of the float stem, just pull the float straight up and it should come out of the holder. Read More...
Frank August 18, 2018 for Model Number KUD102CRBS2 Kitchenaid dishwasher Does the wiring from the float switch plug into the water inlet valve? I am missing that connection on a used dishwasher that I just bought, my water inlet valve has 2 terminals but nothing connected to them.
1 Answer Frank, there should be two brown wires going to the fill valve. One brown wire comes directly off of the control board, the other brown wire goes over to the float switch and then back up to the control board. Read More...
Petr January 22, 2018 for Model Number MDB8959AWW4 Once it hits rinse and drain dishwasher starts leaking from lower right side. Replaced door gasket and air inlet still leaks half way through wash cycle any suggestions. Thanks Pete
1 Answer Petr, You will want to check to make sure that spray arms are not clogged and make sure that they are not cracked. These would be the most likely scenarios that would cause the leaking issue. Read More...
Dishesbyhand January 06, 2018 for Model Number Whirlpool type 280-0 Dishwasher won’t fill up at all. I think there is something wrong with the float but I can’t tell without water. Can I fill it with water by hand to see? All the switches work as I can hear them. Please help. I feed an army every meal.
1 Answer Dishesbyhand, You will want to check the float switch to see if there is continuity on the switch without the button being pushed. If there is not continuity then this will be a faulty switch. If it has continuity then check to see if there is power to the water valve and if there is not then test to make sure that the control board is sending power to the valve. Read More...
David C May 16, 2017 for Model Number fdb520rhso Washer will not run complete cycle leaves water in it does not clean.
1 Answer David, You will want to check the pump assembly to make sure that there is nothing caught in the pump. Also check to make sure that the water level is just below the heating element when the unit is done filling with water. These will be the most likely causes for poor cleaning. Check the drain pump to make sure there are no restrictions. Read More...
Mac December 18, 2016 for Model Number Kenmore 665.1277 All buttons work but when try to start and close door, dishwasher just flashes a blue light like it is paused in the wash cycle. It never starts. It does the same thing if the door is open. I checked the door latch switch by removing the panel and checking continuity when it is latched and it appeared ok. I took out the racks and same problem. What else could be causing the problem? Is there any diagnostics that can be done to help solve the issue?
1 Answer Hello Mac. Based on the information you provided, it sounds like the control panel is bad and will need to be replaced on the unit. Read More...
Bob June 24, 2016 for Model Number KUDE70FVSS3 The water level is not filling to the proper level - never floats the float. I have replaced the water inlet valve and control board and no change. If the water level doesn't get high enough, the sanitize cycle never works as the water level is well below the heater. When I first start the unit, it seems to begin filling for a few seconds, okay, maybe 5-10 secs, then the drain motor starts and it is hard for me to determine if we are still filling when this happens. During the initial cycle, the unit will go back and forth between filling and draining a couple of times. It does get some water into it as I can see water dripping from the dishes above and everything seems wet, but water never gets hot because it fails to reach the heater. I am thinking the float switch is bad since I have swapped out everything associated with getting hot water. I notice the water level wasn't right after I googled how to determine if my dishwasher was filling to the proper amount. Again, replaced the water inlet valve, heater, temp sensor (think this is part of a unit that checks how clean the water is), controller and temp limit switch, even door switch. Running out of things to change, just ordered the float switch. Think this is a good bet? Yes tried rebooting the controller and some insight on how to do this would be great. I unplugged the unit overnight to obtain a reboot.
1 Answer Bob, The float switch will be the likely cause with what has already been done. You may want to pull the float to ensure that the float is not cracked or filled with water which will diminish its effect. Read More...
Tim June 22, 2016 Why does this come with 2 rubber washers? I'm a repairman and every model I've ever put one of these on only had one washer on the shaft on the underside of the tub, then the nut screwed on with no 2nd washer from within the tub. Are we supposed to be putting this 2nd washer on with the nut so that there is a washer on both sides of the tub? This has always confused me because like I said when you take it apart there's only one washer originally.
1 Answer Tim, It is not necessary to put a second washer on but if you do it would go on the inside under the nut. As long as it is not leaking with one then you could use only one. Read More...
Katie February 27, 2016 for Model Number Kitchenaid Dw KUDSO1FLSS3 I am trying to decide if we need a water valve or float switch kit. The dishwasher is under filling and water is not getting to the top unless we add it manually. We tested the water fill valve with a meter and it measured in the normal range. The float part does not seem to be working right. In the other questions it sounds as though a bad float kit makes the dishwasher overflow not under flow. You advice is much appreciated.
1 Answer Katie, The float switch can cause either overflow or a under fill depending on what is happening inside the switch. The switch is most likely not the issue but has the potential to be. As for what else could cause this would be if the water valve is not opening all the way, if the water pressure is not adequate or if the control is shutting water off too soon. It would be more likely that the valve is not opening all the way. Read More...