Admiral Dishwasher won't latch: Common Causes & How to Fix

Safety First:

• Prioritize safety by turning off the power to the Admiral dishwasher at the circuit breaker or unplugging it to avoid electrical accidents.

Prepare the Workspace:

• Empty the Admiral dishwasher and remove any dishes or items to access the door hinge easily.

Access the Hinge Area:

• Open the Admiral dishwasher door fully and support it to prevent it from falling while you work.

Remove the Old Hinge:

• The hinge is typically connected to the Admiral dishwasher's door and frame with screws or bolts. Remove these fasteners to release the old hinge.

Disconnect the Wiring:

• If your Admiral dishwasher has wiring connected to the hinge (for features like a door switch or light), disconnect it carefully, noting how the wires are connected.

Replace with a New Door Hinge:

• Position the new door hinge in the same location as the old one, aligning it with the screw or bolt holes.

Reconnect Wiring (if applicable):

• Reattach the wires to the new hinge, making sure they are connected in the same way as on the old hinge.

Secure the New Hinge:

• Fasten the new hinge to the Admiral dishwasher door and frame using the screws or bolts you removed earlier.

Test the Door:

• Carefully release the support holding the door and check that it opens and closes smoothly.

Final Checks:

• Listen for any unusual sounds or issues with the door operation.
• Make sure there are no visible misalignments or obstructions.

Turn off Admiral dishwasher and remove power cord. Disconnect the Admiral dishwasher from the power supply by unplugging the cord from the outlet. This ensures there is no power running through the appliance during maintenance.

Remove outer door panel. Examine the edges of the outer door panel and locate the clips, screws or tabs holding it in place. Use a flathead screwdriver to gently release the clips or remove any screws. Lift the outer door panel straight up and off the inner door frame.

Remove old seal. Peel the old door seal away from the inner door frame. It may stick tightly due to buildup over time. Go slowly and carefully to avoid damaging the door frame surface.

Clean door frame groove. Wipe out any remaining adhesive or debris from the groove where the new seal will sit. Use a rag dampened with soapy water or adhesive remover. Rinse and dry thoroughly.

Apply adhesive to back of new seal. Use the adhesive that came with the replacement seal kit. Apply a continuous bead along the back edge to bond it securely to the door frame.

Install new seal. Carefully press the new seal into the groove along the inner door frame. Work out any air bubbles by smoothing down the seal. Make sure it is fully seated within the groove.

Replace outer door panel. Align the outer door panel with the inner frame and snap it back into place, securing with clips or screws. Check that it is securely in place before reconnecting power and running a cycle.

Disconnect power at circuit breaker. Turn off power to Admiral dishwasher for safety.

Remove trim pieces from latch area if any. Locate securing screws or clips around edges.

Identify latching mechanism onEdge of door. Can be lever, button or internal assembly.

Remove any mounting screws for latch. A couple screws usually attach latch mechanism.

Detach old latch assembly from door edge. Gently pry latch parts off once screws out.

Clean out mounting holes on door edge. Remove debris from where new latch will attach.

Mount replacement latch assembly. Line up holes and start securing screws.

Check function by closing door. Ensure door seals and latch engages securely.

Reattach any trim pieces removed earlier. Snap molding securely back into place.

Reconnect power and run test cycle. Check door remains closed during operation.

Readjust if needed before final use. Fine tune latch parts if door not closing properly.

Safety Precautions:

• Prioritize safety by turning off the power to the Admiral dishwasher at the circuit breaker or by unplugging it to avoid electrical accidents.

Prepare the Workspace:

• Empty the Admiral dishwasher and remove any dishes or items to access the door spring easily.

Locate the Door Springs:

• Admiral Dishwashers typically have two door springs, one on each side. Identify the broken or faulty spring.

Access the Springs:

• To access the springs, you may need to remove the Admiral dishwasher's kickplate, which is typically secured with screws.

Release Tension on the Old Spring:

• The springs are under tension, so you'll need to carefully relieve this tension. Some Admiral dishwashers have a release lever to help with this. If not, use a pair of pliers to gently release the spring tension.

Remove the Old Spring:

• Detach the old spring from its mounting point on the Admiral dishwasher frame or door hinge.

Replace with a New Door Spring:

• Attach the new door spring to the same location as the old one, making sure it's properly aligned.

Reattach the Kickplate (if removed):

• Secure the Admiral dishwasher's kickplate back in place with the screws you removed earlier.

Balance the Door Springs:

• Use the pliers to reapply tension to the new spring, making sure it's balanced with the opposite spring.

Test the Admiral Dishwasher Door:

• Carefully open and close the Admiral dishwasher door to ensure it operates smoothly and evenly.

Final Checks:

• Listen for any unusual sounds or issues with the door operation.
• Make sure the door closes securely and latches properly.

Safety First:

• Prioritize safety by turning off the power to the Admiral dishwasher at the circuit breaker or by unplugging it to avoid electrical accidents.

Prepare the Workspace:

• Empty the Admiral dishwasher and remove any dishes or items to access the door cable easily.

Locate the Door Cables:

• Admiral Dishwashers typically have two door cables, one on each side. Identify the broken or faulty cable.

Release Tension on the Old Cable:

• The cables are under tension, so you'll need to carefully relieve this tension. Some Admiral dishwashers have a release lever to help with this. If not, use pliers to gently release the cable tension.

Detach the Old Cable:

• Unhook the old cable from its mounting points on the Admiral dishwasher frame and door hinge.

Replace with a New Door Cable:

• Attach the new door cable in the same location as the old one, ensuring it's properly aligned.

Reapply Tension to the Cable:

• Use pliers to reapply tension to the new cable, ensuring it's balanced with the opposite cable.

Test the Admiral Dishwasher Door:

• Carefully open and close the Admiral dishwasher door to ensure it operates smoothly and evenly.

Final Checks:

• Listen for any unusual sounds or issues with the door operation.
• Make sure the door closes securely and latches properly.

Safety First:

• Prioritize safety by turning off the power to the Admiral dishwasher at the circuit breaker or by unplugging it to avoid electrical accidents.

Prepare the Workspace:

• Empty the Admiral dishwasher and remove any dishes or items to access the hinge cable easily.

Locate the Hinge Cable:

• Admiral Dishwashers typically have two hinge cables, one on each side. Identify the broken or faulty cable.

Release Tension on the Old Cable:

• The hinge cables are under tension, so you'll need to carefully relieve this tension. Some Admiral dishwashers have a release lever to help with this. If not, use pliers to gently release the cable tension.

Detach the Old Hinge Cable:

• Unhook the old hinge cable from its mounting points on the Admiral dishwasher frame and door hinge.

Replace with a New Hinge Cable:

• Attach the new hinge cable in the same location as the old one, making sure it's properly aligned.

Reapply Tension to the Cable:

• Use pliers to reapply tension to the new cable, making sure it's balanced with the opposite cable.

Test the Admiral Dishwasher Door:

• Carefully open and close the Admiral dishwasher door to make sure it operates smoothly and evenly.

Final Checks:

• Listen for any unusual sounds or issues with the door operation.
• Make sure the door closes securely and latches properly.

Safety First:

• Prioritize safety by turning off the power to the Admiral dishwasher at the circuit breaker or by unplugging it to avoid electrical accidents.

Prepare the Workspace:

• Empty the Admiral dishwasher and remove any dishes or items to access the hinge bushing easily.

Locate the Hinge Bushing:

• The hinge bushing is a small, usually plastic, component located at the hinge point of the Admiral dishwasher door.

Release Tension on the Door:

• Carefully open the Admiral dishwasher door to its fully open position, making sure it's secure to prevent accidental closure.

Remove the Old Hinge Bushing:

• The hinge bushing may be held in place by a pin or a screw. Remove the retaining fastener to release the old bushing.

Replace with a New Hinge Bushing:

• Position the new hinge bushing in the same location as the old one, making sure it's properly aligned.

Secure the New Bushing:

• Reattach the pin or screw to fasten the new hinge bushing securely in place.

Test the Admiral Dishwasher Door:

• Carefully close and open the Admiral dishwasher door to make sure it operates smoothly, and the hinge bushing functions properly.

Final Checks:

• Listen for any unusual sounds or issues with the door operation.
• Make sure the door closes securely and forms a tight seal.

Turn off power to Admiral dishwasher. Unplug the appliance from the wall outlet to safely work.

Open door and remove outer door panel. Look for mounting clips, screws or tabs holding the outer panel in place. Use a screwdriver to release any clips or screws securing it.

Locate and remove old gasket. The old gasket will be glued into the inner door frame groove. Gently peel it away, going slowly to avoid damaging the door frame surface.

Clean groove thoroughly. Use a rag with soapy water or adhesive remover to wipe away any remaining pieces or adhesive from the groove. Rinse well and dry completely.

Apply adhesive to new gasket. Apply a continuous bead of adhesive provided with the replacement gasket kit along the back edge of the new gasket.

Install new gasket into groove. Carefully press the gasket into place, working out any bubbles by smoothing it down fully into the groove.

Replace outer door panel. Align and snap the outer panel back on securely. Replace any screws if needed.

Run test wash cycle. Reconnect power and run a short cycle to test the new seal. Check for water leaks and make adjustments if needed.

Safety First:

• Prioritize safety by turning off the power to the Admiral dishwasher at the circuit breaker or by unplugging it to avoid electrical accidents.

Prepare the Workspace:

• Empty the Admiral dishwasher and remove any dishes or items to access the door strike easily.

Locate the Door Strike:

• The door strike is typically a small, plastic or metal component located on the Admiral dishwasher frame.

Remove the Old Door Strike:

• The door strike is usually secured with screws or clips. Remove any fasteners to release the old strike.

Replace with a New Door Strike:

• Position the new door strike in the same location as the old one, ensuring it's properly aligned with the latch on the Admiral dishwasher door.

Secure the New Strike:

• Fasten the new door strike to the Admiral dishwasher frame using the screws or clips you removed earlier.

Test the Admiral Dishwasher Door:

• Carefully close the Admiral dishwasher door to make sure that it latches securely with the new door strike.

Final Checks:

• Listen for any unusual sounds or issues with the door operation.
• Make sure the door closes securely and forms a tight seal.