Wade December 28, 2019 for Model Number DU920PWKQ0 I've had issues with a lot of leaking that I can't seem to fix. So far, I've replaced the rubber gasket, the float and the float switch but the dishwasher is still overfilling and causing it to leak under the door where there is the air gap. I am not sure that I installed the float and float switch properly. Is the little nut supposed to be touching the metal actuator or does that matter? And the rubber washer, it invariably ends up in inside the top of the float. Is that where it should be? Or does it belong somewhere closer to the bottom? I am at a loss at what to try next; I am about $50 dollars into trying to fix my dishwasher; I am about ready to junk it and buy a new one if I can't solve this problem.
1 Answer Wade, The washer should be pushed up to the bottom of the float before the float is pushed into the tub. Read More...
Irene January 15, 2019 for Model Number Kenmore 66515838792 How is to remove float switch? Is it required to pull dishwasher out to put it on the back? Please advise.
1 Answer Irene, To access the float switch you will remove the lower kickplate. Once the kickplate is removed you will see on the right side there will be a white casing that has a cover on it that you would open. Once open the lid switch would be under the cover. Read More...
Cory December 17, 2018 for Model Number Kenmore 6651577990 Does Kenmore 6651577990 dishwasher have a drain pump? If so how do I replace the drain pump to eliminate standing water? Have already replaced the check valve and found no obstructions in the discharge hose. Thanks.
1 Answer Cory, This unit would not have a separate drain pump and would be recommended to replace the part number would be W10428023. Read More...
Suresh Kori December 12, 2018 for Model Number Kenmore 6651577990 Water does not drain approx. 2 inches of standing water. Checked the discharge hose found no blockage. Replaced the check valve water still standing. Activated cancel/drain several times does drain some of the standing water but not all.
1 Answer Suresh, For this issue the most likely cause will be a faulty drain pump if there are no clogs and the water is not draining. Read More...
David Thal June 06, 2017 for Model Number GU940SCGQ1 My dishwasher has stopped working. I am able to select the wash cycle on the control panel and all the lights work. The dishwasher does not fill with water. I removed the water inlet valve and check it for continuity and electrically it was fine. I am trying to determine what else fails on these types of valves? Also would a bad float switch cause the water inlet valve not to open and fill the machine with water?
1 Answer David, You will want to check the fill valve for 120 vac getting to it when it is calling for water to be put in the unit. If there is 120 vac then the valve is faulty and would need replaced. If there is no power then check the float switch for being good and if good then would be a control board issue. Read More...
Harold February 04, 2017 for Model Number 66515522000 I replaced door gasket; cleaned vents, cleaned float only thing is float switch what do you think?
1 Answer Harold, If the unit is overfilling with water and leaking then the float switch could be the issue otherwise would most likely be the water valve that is not closing completely causing the leaking issue. Read More...
Richard June 21, 2016 for Model Number 665.1677191 How do I install the float switch. This dw is 20 years old and the examples on utube etc are for newer machines. I have the tub assembly diagram but the switch appears buried somewhere underneath and not visable.
1 Answer Richard, The float switch will be on the right side of the tub. If you look inside the tub on the right side you will see the float and it will be located just under where that is on the underside of the tub. Read More...
R Smith October 06, 2013 for Model Number Whirlpool DU850DWGQ1 Hi there. I need some help, please. My dishwasher started leaking periodically in the last couple weeks, becoming more frequent in the last few days. Water drips off the lower left corner of the front panel, at approximately a 2/3 cup through the normal cycle. I also have water stream down the left side from the door vents, if I open it prior to the dry cycle (this started prior to the other leak). The machine is about 11 years old, and I use Finish detergent tablets, with occasional Lemi Shine to combat deposits. Additionally, I did use Affresh a couple of times in the last month. I have not torn apart the dishwasher yet, so any direction to guide my work would be most appreciated. Thanks!
1 Answer R. Smith, This issue based on the information sounds like the leak is coming from the vent. If you take the inner door panel off, inspect the vent and check to see if you see water lines on the inside of the door that would be coming from the vent area. Also check your spray arms to ensure that there are not any cracks or clogging of the ports in them or around the edges. This would cause the water flow to go in a different direction and cause a leaking issue. Read More...
1 Answer Hello Jim. It is NO. With the float down, it reads closed and float up reads open. 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...
Kevin July 28, 2013 for Model Number DP840CWDB0 If the float switch does not work, would that cause leaks during the rinse cycle?
1 Answer Hello Kevin. If the unit is overfilling, yes it could be the switch WPW10102498. Read More...