Thomas August 02, 2022 for Model Number Maytag quiet series 200 Can I buy just the switch? The float and bracket are clean and function properly.
1 Answer Thomas, if the model number of the appliance could be provided in a new post, this will allow the most accurate information to be presented. Read More...
Douglas November 17, 2021 for Model Number fubarthomas@gmail.com KitchenAid Dishwasher- KUDS30FXSS2 Water enters the float standpipe and leaks on the floor. As I watch the switch and actuator from arm below, I see the stem on the float bobbing up and down with every cycle of the spray arm. There is a square hole on the underside of one arm that directs spray towards the float. Machine cycles and water shuts off (water level is proper). When the wash cycle starts I see the float stem bob up and down and each time it taps the lever thus momentarily tripping the switch which I suspect adds a a small amount of water at each rotation of the spray arm. A the wash cycle continues, I start seeing a drip, drip, drip below the standpipe which runs down the float stem and drips onto the floor. I have seen where other people are puzzled as to the cause. The machine is very clean and without any buildup. I took a video of this which I can send upon request. Thanks.
1 Answer Douglas, Check the spray arms to make sure that there are no cracks or damaged that would cause this issue to occur. Read More...
Dee May 08, 2020 for Model Number 665.13129K701 The float looks fine and works properly. There is a drip coming from the float during the rinse cycle I think. I wonder if the o ring needs replaced or the plastic bolt I can see is cracked? I also wonder if the bolt holding the plastic casing for the switch has loosened. The drip is slight at this point. Please help.
1 Answer Dee, it is recommended that the float switch assembly 8193506 is inspected for signs of a crack in the housing. If there is, it would need to be replaced. The gaskets WP8531743 would also need to be inspected for an indication of being excessively worn or degraded and the nut WP9741998 would need to be checked for any cracks. If the nut is loose, it will need to be tightened to ensure the gaskets are fully seating. Read More...
1 Answer Tam, I am not seeing this available as the float only, the manufacturer has made it available as a kit so the one part number will fit various machines. The following is the manufacturer's description "Kit includes more than shown on picture. New kit is for both plastic and stainless tubs. Plastic tubs use only the float and the switch stainless tubs use all the parts." Read More...
Tom February 19, 2019 for Model Number Kitchenaid KUDS30IXWHA My dishwasher seems to all of a sudden be overfilling and water is then leaking along the door as well as coming out down thru the Overfill Float Switch tube. I have watched some videos on replacing/cleaning the float and they seem to indicate that the float can just be pulled directly up and out of its guide tube. Unfortunately mine seems to be captive and will only lift up about 3/8" or so and then just has a hard stop. Is there something additional I need to do to remove the float and clean it before attempting a whole new float switch assembly replacement?
1 Answer Tom, you can access the lower portion of the float switch by locating it underneath the dishwasher. You will see a plastic housing directly underneath where the float stem exits the dishwasher, and you can open it up to help remove the float. Read More...
Chuck June 12, 2017 for Model Number MDB8959AWW2 Does the dishwasher float assembly kit have to be installed from the bottom, & can the two wires be reversed on the switch? Thks.
1 Answer Chuck, Yes the float switch can be installed from the bottom of unit, the float itself goes in from the top of the unit. The wires will not matter which goes to which as it is a pass through switch. Read More...
Carlo S December 21, 2016 for Model Number JDB1090AWS just replaced heating element & motor seal assembly from your site. Now have a small dime sized drip from what looks to be a float valve with an electrical connection beneath the tub. What is it and what's causing the leak?. (May as well take care of it all while front is off)
1 Answer Carlo, It sounds like it is leaking at the float and you will want to make sure that the float is not allowing the unit to fill too much which could cause this issue. Also check the spray arms for clogs or cracks which could also cause a wave effect that would cause the dripping. Read More...
Sarah September 07, 2016 for Model Number MDB7600AWW I have a small amount of water (1/4 Cup) leaking from the float of my Maytag Dishwasher, mdb7600aww. I have removed the float and cleaned out any soap deposits, continued to leak. I then replaced the lower spray arm, continued to leak. Any suggestions.
1 Answer Sarah, This issue would most likely have to do with the float. Also check the other spray arms for cracking or clogging. Read More...
Aaron August 12, 2015 for Model Number MDB8600AWS I have a small leak underneath the dishwasher and is coming from the float, as I have read other stories I understand that there is not a seal of any type, however I see one answer is having a bad float switch, or one answer says to change the water valve. I'm confused on what the water valve is and what your thoughts are. What is the purpose of the float and switch?
1 Answer Hello Aaron. 99002628 is the water valve for the unit. If the float is dirty and heavy, it will allow to much water into the tub and will cause it to over fill. If the float is good, the next thing to check is the float switch. If it is turning off power to the valve, but the unit continues to fill, replace the valve. 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...
Mike August 03, 2015 for Model Number MDB6600AWB My dishwasher mdb6600awb is leaking on the bottom at the float switch is there a gasket or seal there that needs to be replaced?
1 Answer Hello Mike. No, it sounds like the unit is either overfilling, bad float switch, or the unit has to much soap in it. There is no gasket there. Read More...