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Video & Articles: Appliance & Equipment RepairDishwasher Not Draining/Noisy? Replace Drain Pump #661658
Dishwasher Not Draining/Noisy? Replace Drain Pump #661658
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- Description
This video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing the drain pump on Whirlpool dishwashers. The most common reasons for replacing the drain pump are that the dishwasher is not draining, it is making noise, or its lights are flashing or blinking.
All of the information for this drain pump replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Kenmore, KitchenAid, Whirlpool, Inglis, Ikea, Estate, Roper
Tools needed: 14” nut driver, wrench, Phillips head screwdriver
All of the information for this drain pump replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Kenmore, KitchenAid, Whirlpool, Inglis, Ikea, Estate, Roper
Tools needed: 14” nut driver, wrench, Phillips head screwdriver
Step By Step Instructions
1
For greater ease in replacing the drain pump, we recommend uninstalling the dishwasher first.
2
To do this, turn off the power supplied to your dishwasher and shut off the water supply valve.
3
Remove the screws to release the lower access panel or panels.
4
Disconnect the water supply line from the inlet valve.
5
Be prepared for some water to spill out.
6
Remove the screw to release the terminal block cover plate.
7
Please note the location of the wires.
8
Now, untwist the wire nuts to disconnect the wires and loosen the screw to release the grounding wire.
9
Use a flat head screwdriver to help remove the strain relief nut and pull the wires out of the junction box.
10
Next, disconnect the drain hose from the sink or garbage disposal and feed it through the cabinet.
11
Remove the mounting bracket screws and screw in the front leveling legs to make moving the appliance easier.
12
Now, to avoid damage, very carefully pull the dishwasher away from the cabinet.
13
Once removed, carefully tilt the dishwasher back so its rear panel rests on a towel or carpet.
14
You're now ready to replace the drain pump.
15
Disconnect the wires first.
16
Now, depress the tab and rotate the old drain pump counterclockwise to remove.
17
Install the new drain pump by aligning the pump flange with the tab in the sump housing and rotate clockwise to snap the pump into place.
18
Reconnect the wires.
19
Carefully, with the dishwasher to its upright position.
20
Make sure the end of the drain hose is accessible through the cabinet wall.
21
Then, gently slide the dishwasher back into the cabinet.
22
Raise the leveling legs and secure the mounting brackets to the cabinet or countertop.
23
Feed the drain hose through the cabinet and connect to the sink drain or disposer.
24
Make sure the hoses elevate above the connection point.
25
Feed the electric line back through the junction box and secure the strain relief nut.
26
Connect the wires using the wire nuts and secure the grounding wire.
27
Replace the cover plate.
28
Reconnect the water supply line.
29
Turn the water back on, as well as the power supply, to test the dishwasher for leaks.
30
If no leaks are visible, replace the lower access panel or panels and secure the screws.
Description
This video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing the drain pump on Whirlpool dishwashers. The most common reasons for replacing the drain pump are that the dishwasher is not draining, it is making noise, or its lights are flashing or blinking.
All of the information for this drain pump replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Kenmore, KitchenAid, Whirlpool, Inglis, Ikea, Estate, Roper
Tools needed: 14” nut driver, wrench, Phillips head screwdriver
All of the information for this drain pump replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Kenmore, KitchenAid, Whirlpool, Inglis, Ikea, Estate, Roper
Tools needed: 14” nut driver, wrench, Phillips head screwdriver
Step-By-Step Instructions
1
For greater ease in replacing the drain pump, we recommend uninstalling the dishwasher first.
2
To do this, turn off the power supplied to your dishwasher and shut off the water supply valve.
3
Remove the screws to release the lower access panel or panels.
4
Disconnect the water supply line from the inlet valve.
5
Be prepared for some water to spill out.
6
Remove the screw to release the terminal block cover plate.
7
Please note the location of the wires.
8
Now, untwist the wire nuts to disconnect the wires and loosen the screw to release the grounding wire.
9
Use a flat head screwdriver to help remove the strain relief nut and pull the wires out of the junction box.
10
Next, disconnect the drain hose from the sink or garbage disposal and feed it through the cabinet.
11
Remove the mounting bracket screws and screw in the front leveling legs to make moving the appliance easier.
12
Now, to avoid damage, very carefully pull the dishwasher away from the cabinet.
13
Once removed, carefully tilt the dishwasher back so its rear panel rests on a towel or carpet.
14
You're now ready to replace the drain pump.
15
Disconnect the wires first.
16
Now, depress the tab and rotate the old drain pump counterclockwise to remove.
17
Install the new drain pump by aligning the pump flange with the tab in the sump housing and rotate clockwise to snap the pump into place.
18
Reconnect the wires.
19
Carefully, with the dishwasher to its upright position.
20
Make sure the end of the drain hose is accessible through the cabinet wall.
21
Then, gently slide the dishwasher back into the cabinet.
22
Raise the leveling legs and secure the mounting brackets to the cabinet or countertop.
23
Feed the drain hose through the cabinet and connect to the sink drain or disposer.
24
Make sure the hoses elevate above the connection point.
25
Feed the electric line back through the junction box and secure the strain relief nut.
26
Connect the wires using the wire nuts and secure the grounding wire.
27
Replace the cover plate.
28
Reconnect the water supply line.
29
Turn the water back on, as well as the power supply, to test the dishwasher for leaks.
30
If no leaks are visible, replace the lower access panel or panels and secure the screws.
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