LG dishwashers have a filter assembly located at the bottom of the inside of the dishwasher that filters the water keeping the wash arms free of food and debris. If the filter gets a rip or hole in it you should replace it. If food and debris get into the wash arms then it may [...]
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LG Dishwasher Filter Assembly Replacement
March 28th, 2013 
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Comments OffBosch Dishwasher Main Control Board Replacement
November 10th, 2012 admin If none of the buttons on your dishwasher are functioning properly then you may have a bad main control board that needs to be replaced. If the buttons function properly but the dishwasher does not start, the door latch and switch are probably not working correctly. **Make sure to turn off power to your dishwasher [...]
Posted in Dishwasher, Repair Help Tags: bosch, control board, dishwasher, repair, replacement Comments OffGE Dishwasher Leaking at Door
November 2nd, 2012 admin If your GE dishwasher is leaking at the door, especially at the bottom corners of the door, it is most likely due to a worn or damaged baffle. The baffles are made of rubber and fit into in the corners underneath the door to prevent water from leaking out of the bottom of the door. [...]
Posted in Dishwasher, Repair Help Tags: baffle, dishwasher, ge, Hotpoint, leaking, RCA, repair Comments OffBosch Dishwasher Door Latch Replacement
October 18th, 2012 admin On some Bosch dishwashers, the door latch consists of the part that latches the door to the frame and a switch that is actuated when the door is closed. If the dishwasher door will not close properly, then the latch is most likely defective and would need to be replaced. If the dishwasher will not [...]
Posted in Dishwasher, Repair Help Tags: bosch, dishwasher, door latch, repair, thermador Comments OffBosch Dishwasher Drain Pump Replacement
October 11th, 2012 admin Often times is the dishwasher will not drain it is due to a bad drain pump. The pump motor can be tested with an ohm meter and the wiring diagram. If the drain pump is determined to be bad then it would need to be replaced. Follow these step-by-step directions to replace the drain pump [...]
Posted in Dishwasher, Repair Help Tags: bosch, dishwasher, drain pump, pump, repair, replacement Comments OffMaytag Dishwasher Wax Motor Replacement
September 18th, 2012 admin If the detergent dispenser door does not open on your Maytag dishwasher it may be due to a failed wax motor actuator (depending on your model). Follow the steps below to replace the wax motor. **Be sure to turn off the power supply to your dishwasher before doing any repairs** Remove the screws to release [...]
Posted in Dishwasher, Repair Help Tags: admiral, amana, dishwasher, jennair, magic chef, maytag, repair, replacement, wax motor Comments OffDishwasher Door Gasket Replacement
September 18th, 2012 admin The dishwasher door gasket can harden over time so they will not seal properly. When this occurs, the dishwasher may begin to leak at the door. Replacing the door gasket is the only way to fix this problem and to prevent from doing any damage to your flooring. To replace the dishwasher door gasket: Open [...]
Posted in Dishwasher, Repair Help Tags: dishwasher, door gasket, door seal, gasket, repair, replacement, seal Comments OffGE Recalls Dishwashers Due to Fire Hazard
August 17th, 2012 admin Name of product: GE, GE Adora™, GE Eterna™, GE Profile™ and Hotpoint®, Dishwashers Units: About 1.3 million in the United States Manufacturer: GE Appliances, of Louisville, Ky. Hazard: An electrical failure in the dishwasher’s heating element can pose a fire hazard. Incidents/Injuries: GE has received 15 reports of dishwasher heating element failures, including seven reports of fires, three of which [...]
Posted in Dishwasher, Recall Information Tags: adora, dishwasher, eterna, ge, ge profile, Hotpoint, recall Comments OffDishwasher Parts Diagram
July 24th, 2012 admin Most problems that occur in dishwashers can be fixed by a do-it-yourselfer without the need of hiring a repairman. However, many DIYers are not familiar with the names and locations of the parts of the dishwasher. Click on the diagram below to mouse over the individual parts to see detailed part pictures and their common [...]
How to Test a Dishwasher Water Inlet Valve
May 8th, 2012 admin The dishwasher water inlet valve is what allows water to enter the dishwasher. If this part is faulty then it can cause the dishwasher to under fill, overfill, or not fill at all. When the dishwasher overfills, it’s usually because the water inlet valve is stuck in the open position. To determine if the water [...]
Posted in Dishwasher, Repair Help Tags: appliance, dishwasher, howto, repair, testing, water inlet valve, water valve No Comments »Viking Range Recalls Dishwashers
April 11th, 2012 admin Name of Product: Viking dishwashers Units: About 2,000 Manufacturer: Viking Range Corporation of Greenwood, Miss. Hazard: An electrical component in the dishwasher can overheat, posing a fire hazard. Incidents/Injuries: Viking has received 21 reports of incidents, including five reports of property damage from fires. No injuries have been reported. Description: The recall includes Viking 24″ Professional, Designer and Custom Panel dishwashers [...]
Dishwasher Not Filling With Water
March 3rd, 2012 admin If you go to run your dishwasher and you notice that no water is entering the machine, there are three problematic parts to check that are usually the cause: Flood Float- The flood float is located on the inside of the dishwasher and prevents the dishwasher from over flowing with water. Sometimes the float may [...]
Dishwasher Will Not Drain
March 2nd, 2012 admin Depending on the brand and model of appliance, there are a few things to check if your dishwasher is not draining the water from the appliance. Check the following common parts if you are having this issue: Drain Line or Air Gap – A clog in the drain line or air gap (not all dishwashers [...]
GE Dishwasher Error Codes
January 20th, 2012 admin If there is an error code displaying on your GE dishwasher it is an indication of an issue. To determine what the error code means, check the following chart. It will tell you what part may be defective and how to fix the problem. Search for GE Dishwasher Parts Need Parts? Search by a [...]
Posted in Dishwasher, Error Codes Tags: appliance, dishwasher, error code, fault code, ge, repair No Comments »Asko Dishwasher Error Codes
December 6th, 2011 admin If you Asko dishwasher is displaying an error code on the digital readout, check the chart below to find out what the error code means. Each code represents a different problem that is occurring in your dishwasher. It must be fixed in order for your dishwasher to run properly. Search for Asko Dishwasher Parts [...]
5 Tips to Making the Dishwasher Run Better
October 10th, 2011 admin There is nothing more irritating then having to rewash dishes that just went through the dishwasher cycle. Follow these simple tips to make sure your dishwasher is running at its peak performance. Clean your dishwasher with a dishwasher cleaner or vinegar to clean out food particles and odor. Scrape off big food particles left on [...]
Dishwasher Dishrack Replacement Parts
September 8th, 2011 admin Depending on your model dishwasher, many of the parts of your dishrack are replaceable. Most of the parts are plastic and wear or break over time. These are the most common dishrack replacement parts: Search for Dishwasher Parts Need Parts? Search by a part or model number, product type, or brand:
How to Replace the Center Wash Arm on a Whirlpool Dishwasher
August 16th, 2011 admin Replacing the center wash arm, the one attached to the bottom of the top dishrack, on a Whirlpool, KitchenAid, Roper, or Kenmore dishwasher is quite simple. Sometimes you just need to take it off to clean it out or sometimes it needs to be replaced. Follow these simple step-by-step instruction to replace the center wash [...]
Posted in Dishwasher, Repair Help Tags: dishwasher, kenmore, kitchenaid, repair, roper, video, wash arm, whirlpool No Comments »Samsung Dishwasher Error Codes
July 26th, 2011 admin If your Samsung dishwasher is displaying an error code, check the chart below to determine what problem may be occurring and what parts to check to fix the problem. Search for Samsung Dishwasher Parts Need Parts? Search by a part or model number, product type, or brand:
Posted in Dishwasher, Error Codes Tags: dishwasher, error code, fault code, repair, samsung 1 Comment »GE Dishwasher Door Falls
July 20th, 2011 admin Older style GE dishwashers have a door spring and a door cable on each side of the door that holds the door from falling to the floor when opened. After a while these cables and springs can wear out causing the door to fall lower than it should. When replacing the door cable you should [...]
