The Upper Wash Arm Support is an OEM part for Whirlpool dishwashers. It provides structure and stability to the upper wash arm as it rotates during the wash cycle. This support ensures effective spray coverage from the upper wash arm reaches all corners of the dish rack above.
Causes of a bad wash arm support can include wear and tear from normal use over time, or damage from loading large or sharp items into the dishwasher that impact the wash arms.
Symptoms of a bad wash arm support include:
- The upper wash arm not rotating or spinning properly
- Insufficient spray pattern and cleaning from the upper arm
- Noises or vibrations coming from the upper wash system
- Leaks or pooling of water inside the dishwasher
This OEM Whirlpool replacement part is also compatible with Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Magic Chef, Admiral, Norge, Roper, and Kenmore models.
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