John July 03, 2019 for Model Number Kenmore elite 665.13973k017 I’ve installed a new lower spray arm. When i lock it in and turn it, it hits the sides of the machine. Is there a right and wrong way to install this part? Do the arms or gears need to be in a certain orientation? Is there any another arm that would be compatible?
1 Answer John, Based on the model number provided the part number for the lower wash arm is WPW10195601 Read More...
Greg March 12, 2019 for Model Number KUDC10FXSS1 I am getting a small leak from under the front of the door. When I reach me hand under, there is a insulation foam that is taking up the water, it then drips from there. I replace the bottom doorbell seal, but it's didn't seem to help.
1 Answer Greg, it sounds like water is splashing out of the tub and hitting the insulation that is inside the door panel. Check your bottom spray arm to see if it is restricted. If it is, it can cause water to spray is such a way that it builds up a wave and runs over the lip of the tub. You ca also remove the door panel and run the dishwasher to see if there is something else causing a leak. Read More...
Sarah March 03, 2019 for Model Number WDF520PADM7 My lower wash arm on my whirlpool came off once and then turned over and burnt on the heating element. I bought a new one and it did the same thing after about 10 washes or so. I’m buying a new one but I don’t know why this is happening. Nothing is hitting it I always check to make sure it’s clear.
1 Answer Sarah, The other part that would cause the spray arm to not stay on if it is being placed on properly and rotated to lock in then this would be a faulty cover WPW10455271. Read More...
Kim February 01, 2019 for Model Number 66512793K312 My Kenmore Elite Dishwashers lower spray arm broke. My husband ordered a new part, I think the part is W10380168. The dishes have not been coming clean since. I noticed that the new spray arm hits the sides of the dishwasher, I don't think it should be doing this? Everything seems tight, do the spray arms come in different lengths? We ordered the part by the model number.
1 Answer Hello Kim, W10898333 is the correct spray arm for the model provided. I'm sorry but the part you listed as the part installed is not on the manufacturers' parts list for the model provided. Read More...
Jerry F September 17, 2017 for Model Number GU3200XTSBO My Whirlpool dishwasher is making a noise, the lower spray arm is loose and hitting on the wall of the washer. I took it off and nothing seems wrong with it or the hub.
1 Answer Hello Jerry. You will need to check and see if the hub WP8268342 is bad and will need to be replaced on the unit. Thanks. Read More...
Kc August 15, 2016 for Model Number Whirlpool DU1055XTPQ3 The lower basket seems to be rubbing against the insides of the dishwasher cabinet. It is difficult to pull out and push back in. And there are black marks where the basket wheels seem to be rubbing on the sides. Also, the door is no longer laying flat when I open it. It wants to bounce closed 2-3 inches and I have to hold it down to pull the basket out. Which is difficult enough because the basket is sticking inside. Any ideas?
1 Answer Kc, For the issue of the door not staying all the way open would be a faulty door spring. You will want to pull the unit out and check the springs on the unit. As for the wash rack sticking, This sounds like it would be caused by the tub either being out of alignment or the sides of the tub have warped. Read More...
Ken F. February 12, 2015 for Model Number JDB1250AWS While examining dishes on the bottom rack I have come to realize that the cups and bowls are not getting washed properly. Through further investigation I noticed the bottom arm is not spinning. I removed and inspected the arm, noting no obstructions. Is there a way check for proper operation?
1 Answer Hello Ken, This is usually caused by a lack of water pressure to the spray arms, This means there is either a pressure loss or a clogged screen inside the unit somewhere. You should check for separating spray arms, missing grommets in the main manifold, and if nothing is found it is time to disassemble the pump assembly from the inside of the tub. You will be looking for any screens stopped up to include the one by the chopper blade, (which would indicate damage to the shaft the blade is driven by). Also, if the discharge housing assembly WP6-918807 plate has separated from the assembly, it will have to be replaced since this directs the water flow from the impeller and has a major impact on water pressure produced. Read More...
Rudi February 17, 2014 for Model Number MDB5601AWQ The spray arm is wobbly and hits the bottom of the basket. It was suggested that the arm should be replaced because it is worn. It looks like there should be a washer in the housing of the arm. Thanks
1 Answer Hello Rudi, There is no washer under the spray arm. It is designed to be wobbly and the water pressure should take up the slack. If it is hitting the bottom of the rack, there are probably some holes stopped up and the pressure in the spray arm is uneven. I would simply replace the spray arm WP6-917642 and the retention nut WP99002654. Also check the chopper blade screen. The discharge housing has a flat plate inside it that should be attached to it. If it is loose, this will drop the water pressure. Read More...
Matt October 03, 2013 for Model Number MDBH985AWS We are having a couple of issues with this dishwasher. 1. It is not draining well. There is always a few inches of water left after a cycle. So far I have taken apart the inside and cleaned everything that I can find to clean. I rinsed the pump filter as best as I could, not perfect but seems pretty good. I removed the drain motor and cleaned it out, seemed to spin ok. I removed the drain hose and made sure it seemed to be clear. After all that it still left water in the tub. Could the drain pump be under performing or is it all or nothing? Any other suggestions to look at? 2. There is always something stuck on a couple glasses or some bowls. I was thinking that the stuck stuff was due to the poor draining, residue getting sprayed around. 3. The lower spray arm is not spinning. At least I positioned it let the washer run for a few minutes and then checked it, the arm was in the same place as I left it. Water was coming out of the sprayer holes when I opened the door. Any suggestions? Should I replace the lower spray arm? The filter plate, the drain pump or something else? Thanks.
1 Answer Hello Matt. Run some dishwasher cleaner through the system and make sure the water in the unit is filling to the bottom of the heater. If not, replace the water valve on the unit. Low water level can cause poor cleaning in the unit as well. Read More...
Douglas August 10, 2013 for Model Number MDBH945AWB My dishwasher, Maytag Quiet Series 200 MDBH945AWB problem: The Lower Wash Arm AP4364610 is rubbing on the bottom of the Lower Dish Rack AP4482621. It appears that the Wash Arm Cap AP4113393 is tightened properly. Is there a washer or other ring below the wash arm that can be removed to increase the clearance ? Can I get larger diameter wheels ? What can I attach to tub wall wheel "tracks" to elevate the dish rack ?
1 Answer Douglas, There is not a washer that can be removed to lower the spray arm. You may want to check to make sure that the axles on the roller have not broken causing the lower rack to be lower. Read More...