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Customer Questions and Answers for Water Distribution Lever (Spray Distribution Lever) by Whirlpool

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By: Whirlpool
Part Number: OEM18035175
Manufacturer Part Number: WP8181725

This water distribution lever directs spray to the correct wash zones so your dishwasher cleans dishes evenly. It replaces a worn or broken lever to restore proper water routing and reliable wash performance. What it does

  • Routes incoming spray water between spray arms or wash zones for correct coverage
  • Can prevent weak or uneven cleaning caused by a broken or stuck lever
  • Stops water from being sent to the wrong zone when the lever is damaged
  • Works as the mechanical linkage that changes water flow path during cycles
What's included
  • One water distribution lever
Install notes
  • Turn off power to the appliance before starting any repair
  • Shut off the water supply and drain remaining water from the unit if applicable
  • Basic mechanical replacement—remove access panels and mounting fasteners; align and secure the new lever

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For Whirlpool Water Distribution Lever (Spray Distribution Lever) (Part Number: OEM18035175)

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Diana,

If you are needing to put the motor and distribution lever back on the dispenser they will screw onto the back of the dispenser assembly. The motor will go on first and then the distribution lever will go to the top of the motor. Unfortunately any linkage we do not have information on.

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Hello Ed. It sounds like the motor WPW10665207 is bad and will need to be replaced on the unit. You will need to check the dispenser motor on the unit.

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Hello Terry. Yes, it could be the pump. Here are the possible causes for the codes. Possible Causes / Procedure
¦ If too much detergent was used:
—Run the unit through a Rinse/Spin cycle.
—Run a Normal cycle without adding any detergent.
This should clear the unit of the excess detergent.
1. Check the drain hose and make sure it is not plugged
or kinked.
2. Unplug washer or disconnect power.
3. Check wire harness connections to the drain pump,
pressure switch, and Central Control Unit (CCU).
4. Check/clean drain pump filter for foreign objects.
5. Plug in washer or reconnect power.
6. Check drain pump.
7. Check the pressure switch.
8. Verify CCU operation by running a Diagnostic test or
any cycle.

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Hello Roy. It could be the cold water valve is bad and will need to be replaced. Also, make sure the water is not siphoning from the unit.

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