Customer Questions and Answers for Lower Spray Arm by Whirlpool

The Lower Spray Arm is an OEM part for Whirlpool dishwashers. It is responsible for distributing water to clean the dishes on the lower rack. The spray arm rotates, spraying water at high pressure to ensure thorough cleaning of all items in the lower section of the dishwasher.

Causes of a bad lower spray arm can include clogs from food particles or mineral deposits, cracks or breaks from regular use, or warping from exposure to high temperatures. These issues can prevent the spray arm from rotating properly or spraying water effectively.

Symptoms of a bad lower spray arm include:

• Dishes on the lower rack not being cleaned properly
• The spray arm not rotating during the wash cycle
• Visible damage or cracks on the spray arm
• Water not spraying evenly or at all

This OEM part is also compatible with Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Magic Chef, Admiral, Norge, Roper, and Kenmore models.