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Video & Articles: Appliance & Equipment RepairKitchenAid Dishwasher Pump & Motor Assembly #W10428773
KitchenAid Dishwasher Pump & Motor Assembly #W10428773
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$424.74Estimated Savings
$112.5003:58
- Description
This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the pump and motor assembly on a KitchenAid dishwasher. The most common reasons for replacing the pump and motor are when the dishwasher doesn't clean, is leaking from the motor area, is making noise, or won't drain.
All of the information for this pump and motor assembly replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Kenmore, KitchenAid, Whirlpool
Tools needed: Phillips head screwdriver, pliers, flat head screwdriver
All of the information for this pump and motor assembly replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Kenmore, KitchenAid, Whirlpool
Tools needed: Phillips head screwdriver, pliers, flat head screwdriver
Step By Step Instructions
1
Before you begin, be sure to turn off the power supply to your dishwasher.
2
Your first step is to pull out the lower dish rack.
3
Next, unscrew the retainer to release the lower wash arm.
4
Pull off the water supply tube from the old pump and motor assembly.
5
Remove the screws to release the lower access panels.
6
Use pliers to squeeze the clamp to release the drain hose.
7
Be prepared for some water to spill out.
8
Unscrew the check valve to remove and well as the counterbalance.
9
Remove the grounding wire, motor wires, and the thermistor wires.
10
Rotate the pump mounting tabs to release the old assembly and pull it out of the dishwasher. You’re now ready to install the new pump and motor assembly.
11
Be aware that if your old pump outlet looks like this you will need to install the new version of it to replace the outlet already mounted to the new assembly.
12
With the correct outlet in place, transfer the coarse filter from the old assembly to the new one.
13
Use a wet cloth to clean the sump opening.
14
Apply liquid dish soap or rinse aid to the assembly gasket and insert the new assembly into the sump opening, making sure it is positioned correctly and seated evenly.
15
Rotate the mounting tabs to secure the assembly.
16
Reconnect the thermistor wires the grounding wire as well as the motor wires, using the new harness if necessary.
17
Reinstall the counterbalance along with the check valve.
18
Reattach the drain hose and secure with the clamp.
19
Realign the water supply tube and slide it onto the new pump outlet.
20
Replace the lower wash arm and secure with the retainer.
21
Make sure the wash arm spins freely and replace the lower dish rack.
22
Restore power to the dishwasher and check for leaks
23
If no leaks are visible, replace the lower access panels and secure the screws.
Description
This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the pump and motor assembly on a KitchenAid dishwasher. The most common reasons for replacing the pump and motor are when the dishwasher doesn't clean, is leaking from the motor area, is making noise, or won't drain.
All of the information for this pump and motor assembly replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Kenmore, KitchenAid, Whirlpool
Tools needed: Phillips head screwdriver, pliers, flat head screwdriver
All of the information for this pump and motor assembly replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Kenmore, KitchenAid, Whirlpool
Tools needed: Phillips head screwdriver, pliers, flat head screwdriver
Step-By-Step Instructions
1
Before you begin, be sure to turn off the power supply to your dishwasher.
2
Your first step is to pull out the lower dish rack.
3
Next, unscrew the retainer to release the lower wash arm.
4
Pull off the water supply tube from the old pump and motor assembly.
5
Remove the screws to release the lower access panels.
6
Use pliers to squeeze the clamp to release the drain hose.
7
Be prepared for some water to spill out.
8
Unscrew the check valve to remove and well as the counterbalance.
9
Remove the grounding wire, motor wires, and the thermistor wires.
10
Rotate the pump mounting tabs to release the old assembly and pull it out of the dishwasher. You’re now ready to install the new pump and motor assembly.
11
Be aware that if your old pump outlet looks like this you will need to install the new version of it to replace the outlet already mounted to the new assembly.
12
With the correct outlet in place, transfer the coarse filter from the old assembly to the new one.
13
Use a wet cloth to clean the sump opening.
14
Apply liquid dish soap or rinse aid to the assembly gasket and insert the new assembly into the sump opening, making sure it is positioned correctly and seated evenly.
15
Rotate the mounting tabs to secure the assembly.
16
Reconnect the thermistor wires the grounding wire as well as the motor wires, using the new harness if necessary.
17
Reinstall the counterbalance along with the check valve.
18
Reattach the drain hose and secure with the clamp.
19
Realign the water supply tube and slide it onto the new pump outlet.
20
Replace the lower wash arm and secure with the retainer.
21
Make sure the wash arm spins freely and replace the lower dish rack.
22
Restore power to the dishwasher and check for leaks
23
If no leaks are visible, replace the lower access panels and secure the screws.
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