William S Annapolis , MD March 27, 2017 Appliance: KitchenAid Dishwasher KUDS25SHBL1 14 year old kitchenaid dishwasher wasn't filling with water (only partially) had to add water during cycles Ordered new inlet water valve and float switch kit. After repairs it now works fine. However the water inlet valve outlet end for fill hose (not water source) and wire connections (supposedly for this unit) were oriented 180 degrees opposite. I had to gently remove the blue plastic valve off the metal support bracket and turn it around and press back in place. Fortunately it appears it was designed for either orientation. Also the solenoid had to be unclipped and also rotated. Again it was designed to have either orientation. Many DIY'ers may have returned the part not knowing what to do. I had the benefit of being an engineering officer on merchants ships and figured out I could modify the valve. My 5-star rating is a self-pat on the back for making it work. Just thought you would like to know. V/r Bill Read More... 16 People found this story helpful Do-It-Yourself Rating: Repair Time Estimate: 1-2 hours Tools: Adjustable Wrench, Pliers, Screwdrivers, Socket Set
Mark Y Pittsburgh , PA February 01, 2015 The inlet valve on my kenmore dishwasher was cracked I went to Sears to see if they had replacement parts. They said I'd have to order it. They said it would be 80 bucks. Since I got the part number from Sears I went online to see if I can find a cheaper alternative. I found Appliance Parts Pro.com and they have the part for half of what Sears had it. I installed it myself and now the dishwasher is working again. All is happy. Read More... 12 People found this story helpful Do-It-Yourself Rating: Repair Time Estimate: 15-30 minutes Tools: Adjustable Wrench, Wrench Set
Gilles B Naugatuck , CT February 27, 2015 Broken inlet valve due to freezing Replaced using a wrench and a screw driver. This is the second time in about 3 or 4 years that i replaced this piece. It failed not due to a poor product but due to freezing pipes. The piece is an exact match and easy to install. The shipping is fast, i'm very pleased with my purchase. Read More... 8 People found this story helpful Do-It-Yourself Rating: Repair Time Estimate: 15-30 minutes Tools: Adjustable Wrench, Screwdrivers
Bob T Las Vegas , NV June 22, 2020 We were not getting water in the dishwasher WENT ON LINE CHECKED FOR THE MODEL OF THE DISHWASHER. READ THE INFORMATION OF POSSIBLE CAUSES. ORDERED THE PART, WAS SHIPPED OUT SAME DAY. RECEIVED IN COUPLE OF DAYS, INSTALLED SAME DAY AND IT WORKED. SO HAPPY BEST DECISION EVER TO BUY ON LINE, ALSO YOUR VIDEO WAS SO MUCH HELP. THANK YOU, BOB Read More... 2 People found this story helpful Do-It-Yourself Rating: Repair Time Estimate: Less than 15 minutes Tools: Screwdrivers
Jeff K Independence , MO April 15, 2020 Dish washer tub would have excess water in it about 12 hours after completing wash cycle. Would shut off water supply and there was not any additional water in tub, so I replaced the water inlet valve and problem solved. Read More... 2 People found this story helpful Do-It-Yourself Rating: Repair Time Estimate: 15-30 minutes Tools: Adjustable Wrench, Nut Drivers, Pliers