Kathy July 11, 2013 for Model Number gu2400xtpb6 Clean light flashes 7 times and then stops for a few seconds and starts blinking again. the washer won't start to finish the cycle and it won't let me clear and start the cycle over. What is the possible problem???
1 Answer Hello Kathy. You must enter diagnostics mode. To invoke the Diagnostics Cycle, perform the following key presses in less than 6 seconds while in standby: Heated Dry ? Normal ? Heated Dry ? Normal Alternative entry method if user interface is not functional: Unplug thermistor or OWI sensor 2 times while user interface is unplugged (no IDs or keys present). ¦ To rapid advance one interval at a time, press the Start/Resume key. ¦ Invoking Service Diagnostics clears all status and last ran information from memory and restores defaults; It also forces the next cycle to be a sensor calibration cycle. Calibration cycles begin with a “sensor check” to determine whether the dishwasher has an OWI soil sensor or not. If the control detects an OWI, it forces two rinses to occur prior to Final Rinse (to assure clear water), then calibrates the OWI during the final rinse. NOTE 2. Turn on all LEDs immediately upon receiving entry sequence (even if door open) and throughout this first interval as a display test. NOTE 3. On numeric time display models, display the following software information after the initial display test: ¦ Interval 18 – Dishwasher control platform number (“d3” Raptor/Tall Tub, “d2” Cheetah/ Briva, “d1” Rush/Tall Tub, “d0” New Gen). ¦ Interval 17 – Software generation number (incremented for each release of software to production). NOTE 4. Thermistor (temperature sensor) checks: ¦ Turn Clean LED on if thermistor is in its normal temperature range of 17°C–71°C (62°F–160°F). ¦ Turn sanitized LED on if thermistor is above 37°C (100°F). NOTE 5. OWI (optical soil sensor) checks: ¦ Check OWI sensor for the presence of clear water during the 5 sec. pause in interval 13 and turn on the Clean LED in interval 12 if clear water detected. ¦ Check OWI sensor for the presence of air during the last 5 sec. of Drain interval 3 and turn on the Clean LED in interval 2 if air detected. ¦ Check OWI sensor for presence of bulk soil in the water during pause interval 10; execute max. allowed APFs and turn on Clean LED in interval 9 if bulk soil detected. NOTE 6. Heater relay must lag wash motor relay by 1.5 sec. at start-up of heated wash intervals to avoid simultaneous heater and motor in-rush current. Read More...
Vanessa R. July 03, 2013 for Model Number KUDI220T0 I have a kitchenaid dishwasher and I need a new heating element. Can I use this whirlpool heating element in it? They don't make the part for the kitchenaid dishwasher anymore. It has a plastic bottom.
1 Answer Hello Vanessa! Unfortunately, the heating element called for your dishwasher, part number 4163587, has been discontinued with no further replacements or cross references available and our company is unaware of any other available sources. Sorry about that! Read More...
Rich May 17, 2013 I have a Kitchen Aid dishwasher and my thermal fuse keeps tripping. What could be the cause?
1 Answer Rich, You're most likely discussing the thermal fuse up in the control panel ? If that's the case, Yes a damaged heater element could be the issue. You also need to check for a "sticky" hi limit thermostat, loose connections and corrosion on the thermostat and heater terminals, and the more common issue is a weak or loose connection, in the junction box on the front frame of the dishwasher, where the power supply attaches to the machine wire harness. A model number would be a big help. Read More...
Russell R. April 17, 2013 for Model Number WU104 When installing element for WU104 I realize that when I get the probes through the holes it is a less diameter. not completely fitting on the guides. I am aware that this is not the recommended part but I I am trying to get it to work. Do you have any advice for getting this to fit WU104?
1 Answer Hello Russell, I'm sorry but, since the original part was dis-continued and the manufacturer provided no satisfactory replacement part, we are unable to advise on the adaptation of other parts in the dis-continued parts place. Read More...
Paul M. March 06, 2013 for Model Number WDF530PLYB1 Replaced broken heating element on Whirlpool Dishwasher Model # WDF530PLYB1. Easy enough. However, the dishwasher runs through all cycles but heating element doesn't come on. Do not think this newer dishwasher model has a separate heating element thermal fuse but instead a thermostat that may be preventing the heating element from comming on? Any advice? Thank you.
1 Answer Hello Paul, The thermostat WP661566 is under the unit mounted to the bottom of the washtub. To test it, remove one wire and test from one side to the other. If bad, it will not give a reading on your meter at all. If it is good, it will read just like you were touching the two meter leads directly together. You can test for an internal short by removing the other wire and testing from either terminal to a known good ground. If the thermostat, heating element and wiring all test good, you will need to replace the control W10473200. Read More...
Mark February 19, 2013 for Model Number 665.16463300 I noticed my heating element looks like it is starting to corrode and wanted to replace it but can't figure which heating element to get as none seem to cross reference with that model #66516463300. On a different site I saw that the element to this model was #8268559 and now I'm not sure which to order and what to order with it? Thanks in advance!
1 Answer Hello Mark, there were a few different heaters used on your model depending if you have a plastic tub or a stainless tub. If your tub is plastic, use element W10518394. If you have a stainless tub, use element 8194200. Hope this helps! Read More...
Henry December 30, 2012 for Model Number GU2455 Hello, The clean light flashes (7) times. How do you clear the code did not see anything in the tech sheet??? Thanks Henry
1 Answer Hello Henry. You must enter diagnostics mode. To invoke the Diagnostics Cycle, perform the following key presses in less than 6 seconds while in standby: Heated Dry ? Normal ? Heated Dry ? Normal Alternative entry method if user interface is not functional: Unplug thermistor or OWI sensor 2 times while user interface is unplugged (no IDs or keys present). ¦ To rapid advance one interval at a time, press the Start/Resume key. ¦ Invoking Service Diagnostics clears all status and last ran information from memory and restores defaults; It also forces the next cycle to be a sensor calibration cycle. Calibration cycles begin with a “sensor check” to determine whether the dishwasher has an OWI soil sensor or not. If the control detects an OWI, it forces two rinses to occur prior to Final Rinse (to assure clear water), then calibrates the OWI during the final rinse. NOTE 2. Turn on all LEDs immediately upon receiving entry sequence (even if door open) and throughout this first interval as a display test. NOTE 3. On numeric time display models, display the following software information after the initial display test: ¦ Interval 18 – Dishwasher control platform number (“d3” Raptor/Tall Tub, “d2” Cheetah/ Briva, “d1” Rush/Tall Tub, “d0” New Gen). ¦ Interval 17 – Software generation number (incremented for each release of software to production). NOTE 4. Thermistor (temperature sensor) checks: ¦ Turn Clean LED on if thermistor is in its normal temperature range of 17°C–71°C (62°F–160°F). ¦ Turn sanitized LED on if thermistor is above 37°C (100°F). NOTE 5. OWI (optical soil sensor) checks: ¦ Check OWI sensor for the presence of clear water during the 5 sec. pause in interval 13 and turn on the Clean LED in interval 12 if clear water detected. ¦ Check OWI sensor for the presence of air during the last 5 sec. of Drain interval 3 and turn on the Clean LED in interval 2 if air detected. ¦ Check OWI sensor for presence of bulk soil in the water during pause interval 10; execute max. allowed APFs and turn on Clean LED in interval 9 if bulk soil detected. NOTE 6. Heater relay must lag wash motor relay by 1.5 sec. at start-up of heated wash intervals to avoid simultaneous heater and motor in-rush current. Read More...
Brett December 10, 2012 This is probably a rehash of previous questions but I have a Whirlpool Quiet Partner II (DU1055XTVQ0) and it's going through what seems to be the fairly common thing where the Clean light does 7 blinks -> pause -> 7 blinks, etc cycle. We can reset the panel, run hot water in the sink, it is will occasionally run through the entire cycle. The Heated dry is also not functioning. The Heater Element is not burned through anywhere but it does look like there are a couple "hot spots" (discolored, blistered). I have not checked conductivity. Does this sound like a Heater Element issue? Or the thermostat? Something else? Or do I need to run some tests to be sure? Thanks!
1 Answer Hello Brett. You will need to test the element in the unit and see if it is bad. 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...
Gunns December 06, 2012 for Model Number KUDI01FLSS3 Thanks for the quick response on my original question. So... as I understand it if the light blinks seven times it has to be the heating circuit or a stuck button? Is this the same for all washers, in particular my model? Concerning initial water temp; we always run the water in the sink before starting the dishwasher. Where is the thermostat located? Is it just up-stream in the circuit from the heating element leads? Your help is greatly appreciated as I'm getting tired of washing dishes by hand. How did we ever get by in the "Old Days" before the dishwashers came out?
1 Answer Hello Gunns. Not all washers, but yes it is correct with the model number you provided. Read More...
Gunns December 05, 2012 for Model Number KUDIO1FLSS3 I see from other posts that the flashing light may indicated that the heating element may be at fault. I just ran a resistance check on the element and it showed 13.3 Ohms. So it appears that the element is not at fault.?
1 Answer Hello Gunns. Always get the water hot at the sink before running the unit. Also, test the thermostat under the unit and make sure it is good as well. 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...