Video & Articles: Appliance & Equipment RepairKitchenAid Dishwasher Third Level Spray Arm #WPW10327455

KitchenAid Dishwasher Third Level Spray Arm #WPW10327455

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This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the third level spray arm on a KitchenAid dishwasher. The most common reason for replacing the spray arm is if the dishes are not being washer properly.

All of the information for this spray arm replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Kenmore, KitchenAid, Whirlpool, Ikea, Amana, Jenn Air, Maytag

Tools needed: flat head screwdriver

Step By Step Instructions

1
To replace the third level spray arm in your dishwasher pull the upper rack out and use a small flat-head screwdriver to depress the retaining tabs securing the rack adjusters to the tracks.
2
Fully remove the upper rack.
3
Next, release the rack stops securing the upper tray and slide the tray out.
4
Detach the water supply tube from the top and rear of the tub.
5
You can now use a flat-head screwdriver to pry out the retainer to detach the old spray arm from the supply tube if still intact.
6
To install the new spray arm you may need to purchase a new retainer.
7
Align the new arm on the water supply tube then snap the retainer into place to secure.
8
Reposition the supply tube and snap it into place on the rear and top of the tub.
9
Reposition the upper tray on the tracks and snap the rack stops into place.
10
Replace the upper rack by first inserting the rear tabs into the appropriate slots in the track then snap the front tabs into place.
Description
This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the third level spray arm on a KitchenAid dishwasher. The most common reason for replacing the spray arm is if the dishes are not being washer properly.

All of the information for this spray arm replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Kenmore, KitchenAid, Whirlpool, Ikea, Amana, Jenn Air, Maytag

Tools needed: flat head screwdriver
Step-By-Step Instructions
1
To replace the third level spray arm in your dishwasher pull the upper rack out and use a small flat-head screwdriver to depress the retaining tabs securing the rack adjusters to the tracks.
2
Fully remove the upper rack.
3
Next, release the rack stops securing the upper tray and slide the tray out.
4
Detach the water supply tube from the top and rear of the tub.
5
You can now use a flat-head screwdriver to pry out the retainer to detach the old spray arm from the supply tube if still intact.
6
To install the new spray arm you may need to purchase a new retainer.
7
Align the new arm on the water supply tube then snap the retainer into place to secure.
8
Reposition the supply tube and snap it into place on the rear and top of the tub.
9
Reposition the upper tray on the tracks and snap the rack stops into place.
10
Replace the upper rack by first inserting the rear tabs into the appropriate slots in the track then snap the front tabs into place.

Applicable Product Model

Parts Needed
Recommended Tools and Accessories
Cleaner
Cleaner
$9.80
Fastener
Fastener
$35.89
Total$0.00

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