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Video & Articles: Appliance & Equipment RepairGE Dishwasher Pump Connector Replacement #WD18X214
GE Dishwasher Pump Connector Replacement #WD18X214
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$28.94Estimated Savings
$112.5005:06
- Description
This video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing the pump connector on GE dishwashers. The most common reason for replacing the pump connector is if it becomes damaged or worn, which can cause water to leak onto the floor during the wash cycle.
All of the information in this pump connector replacement video is applicable to the following brands: GE, Hotpoint, Kenmore, RCA
All of the information in this pump connector replacement video is applicable to the following brands: GE, Hotpoint, Kenmore, RCA
Step By Step Instructions
1
To replace the pump connector, you will need to uninstall the dishwasher first.
2
Shut off the water supply valve.
3
Next, remove the screws to release the lower access panels and set the panels aside.
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
Note the location of the wires then untwist the wire nut to disconnect the wires.
8
Use a flathead screwdriver to help remove the strain relief nut and pull the wires out of the junction box.
9
Next, disconnect the drain hose from the sink drain or garbage disposer and feed it through the cabinet.
10
Open the dishwasher door and remove the mounting bracket screws.
11
To move the dishwasher, you may need to adjust the leveling legs to lower the appliance.
12
Now, to avoid damage, very carefully pull the dishwasher away from the cabinet.
13
Carefully tilt the dishwasher back so its rear panel rests on a blanket or carpet.
14
Remove the screw the release the support rod.
15
Loosen the clamp securing the pump connector to the pump and motor assembly and pull the assembly off.
16
Again, be prepared for water to spill.
17
Remove the clamp from the pump connector and unthread the old connector to remove.
18
Install the new pump connector by threading it into the wash arm support.
19
Replace the clamp.
20
Reposition the pump and motor assembly and tighten the clamp to secure.
21
Align the support rod and secure it with the screw.
22
Now carefully lift the dishwasher to its upright position.
23
Make sure the end of the drain hose is accessible through the cabinet wall then gently slide the dishwasher back into the cabinet.
24
Adjust the leveling legs if necessary.
25
Replace the screws to secure the mounting brackets to the cabinet or countertop.
26
Feed the drain hose through the cabinet and connect it to the sink drain or disposer.
27
Make sure the hose is elevated above the connection point.
28
Feed the wires back through the junction box and secure the strain relief nut.
29
Connect the wires using the wire nuts.
30
Align the cover plate and replace the screw to secure.
31
Reconnect the water supply line to the inlet valve.
32
Replace the lower access panels and secure them with the screws.
33
You’re now ready to turn the water supply back on as well as the power and confirm that the dishwasher is functioning properly.
Description
This video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing the pump connector on GE dishwashers. The most common reason for replacing the pump connector is if it becomes damaged or worn, which can cause water to leak onto the floor during the wash cycle.
All of the information in this pump connector replacement video is applicable to the following brands: GE, Hotpoint, Kenmore, RCA
All of the information in this pump connector replacement video is applicable to the following brands: GE, Hotpoint, Kenmore, RCA
Step-By-Step Instructions
1
To replace the pump connector, you will need to uninstall the dishwasher first.
2
Shut off the water supply valve.
3
Next, remove the screws to release the lower access panels and set the panels aside.
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
Note the location of the wires then untwist the wire nut to disconnect the wires.
8
Use a flathead screwdriver to help remove the strain relief nut and pull the wires out of the junction box.
9
Next, disconnect the drain hose from the sink drain or garbage disposer and feed it through the cabinet.
10
Open the dishwasher door and remove the mounting bracket screws.
11
To move the dishwasher, you may need to adjust the leveling legs to lower the appliance.
12
Now, to avoid damage, very carefully pull the dishwasher away from the cabinet.
13
Carefully tilt the dishwasher back so its rear panel rests on a blanket or carpet.
14
Remove the screw the release the support rod.
15
Loosen the clamp securing the pump connector to the pump and motor assembly and pull the assembly off.
16
Again, be prepared for water to spill.
17
Remove the clamp from the pump connector and unthread the old connector to remove.
18
Install the new pump connector by threading it into the wash arm support.
19
Replace the clamp.
20
Reposition the pump and motor assembly and tighten the clamp to secure.
21
Align the support rod and secure it with the screw.
22
Now carefully lift the dishwasher to its upright position.
23
Make sure the end of the drain hose is accessible through the cabinet wall then gently slide the dishwasher back into the cabinet.
24
Adjust the leveling legs if necessary.
25
Replace the screws to secure the mounting brackets to the cabinet or countertop.
26
Feed the drain hose through the cabinet and connect it to the sink drain or disposer.
27
Make sure the hose is elevated above the connection point.
28
Feed the wires back through the junction box and secure the strain relief nut.
29
Connect the wires using the wire nuts.
30
Align the cover plate and replace the screw to secure.
31
Reconnect the water supply line to the inlet valve.
32
Replace the lower access panels and secure them with the screws.
33
You’re now ready to turn the water supply back on as well as the power and confirm that the dishwasher is functioning properly.
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