PDW9280J00SS General Electric Dishwasher - Instructions

snapped the axles onto the basket, and snapped the wheels over the axles. VERY EASY.

Part came really fast

Suggest purchasing new wheels with the new axles.Original wheels had 4 of the 8 narrower. New wheels, all the same wider width, provides better rolling stability...these re-designed axles are superior to the original. Be sure to attach wheels to axles before installing on lower basket...I checked GE Parts Website..cost was higher and axles shown were the old style.. Lastly, PartSelect ships very fast and correct, as I have found in the past.

I bought 9 sets of wheels & axles & had them shipped to me. I snapped a wheel on each of the axles, repackaged them and then sent them on to a lady friend 800 miles away to install on the lower rack herself. They're still in shipment to her so I can't say if the approach was a success or not.

Great

My husband was so excited that I found I parts to repair the bottom shelf of the dishwasher! It was so annoying trying to load and unload the bottom shelf with broken wheels. I wasn't home when he repaired the parts but I think it was pretty easy!

I would have rated this “really easy” but the location of the machine made it tough to remove. Once I had the machine accessible it was a piece of cake. The unfortunate part of this story is that I may not have needed any parts to begin with. Knowing how tough it was to get the machine out from under the counter and having done as much diagnostics as possible before the removal I decided to order and have the suspect parts on hand before full removal. Prior to placing the order I checked all the obvious possible causes. The first part of the diagnostics was to check the drain hose for any restrictions. I used a wet vacuum at this point to remove the standing water in the bottom of the unit. I then removed the lower spray arm and fine filter in order to inspect the sump filter cover and sump filter. They were both clear of anything major that would have prevented draining. I did find a little bit of debris on the strainer in the sump but not enough to cause the issue. At his point I tried to run a wash cycle and had the same issue of water in the basin. My next step was to try the service mode to try and activate the drain pump. I could hear it hum but the water did not drain. At this point I disconnected the drain line from the T at the sink drain and used the wet vacuum sucking the water through the drain hose to assist in the draining process while activating the drain pump. The water did drain but surged as though the impeller in the drain pump was not moving freely. At this point I ordered the replacement pump and a Check Valve Flapper. Please note that a new check valve is included with the new drain pump and does not need to be ordered. You can see it in the picture of the pump but it is not mentioned in the description. When my parts arrived I turned off the power at the breaker panel and I removed the dishwasher from under the counter (not an easy thing where mine lives). Once it was out I set the unit on its side. I disconnect the two electric leads to the drain pump (make note of where they go before removal). I next loosened the two hose clamps on the intake and exhaust of the drain pump. I then removed the two screws holding the pump to the frame. This took all of two minutes. At this point I removed the Check Valve Flapper from the old pump to inspect it. Once I did this I was able to see the impeller and noticed a foreign object lodged in it. It took a little work but I managed to get the object out. Don’t ask me how it got there but I found a half of a Pistachio nut shell. It was almost translucent and felt like a piece of soft rubber. Somehow it managed to make its way past the strainers and jam the impeller. I decided at this point given the time invested that I would install the new pump and just be done with it. I have not tested the old pump but I do think that it is still functional. My recommendation for those who can easily remove the dishwasher would be to take a look before you order the pump. I did hear the hum from the pump when it was in the service mode but would never have guessed that something as large as it did bypassed the strainer and sump filter. The dishwasher is now back to its happy self and cleaning everything like the day it was first installed. I hope this helps some future folks who happen to read my story. The repair stories I read before taking on this task are what prompted me to attempt my repair. Those posted repairs experiences are also the reason I repay the good will by posting my repair experience as well.

Found the wheels and the attachments for my particular diswasher at PartSelect. Followed instructions for installation, which was easy. My diswasher works better than ever. Also, replaced my tub gasket.

Ordered a replacement wheel along with a new wheel axle (stud roller). Placed the new axle into the new wheel and then simply snapped the new wheel/axle into place onto the lower rack where the broken wheel had previously been. Very easy. If you are ordering a replacement wheel a new axle/stud roller is an absolute must. The part has been redesigned and is a vast improvement over the previous wheels axle resulting in a much sturdier wheel and allows the wheels to roll easier. I plan to order replacement axle/stud rollers for all my lower rack wheels because I have now realized the actual problem which caused my wheel to fall off in the first place was due to the design of the axle. Many thanks to previous reviewers who suggested ordering the additional part.

I have been very upset mwith the GE appliance(s) I have because they just keep breaking. If I didnt have a service contract from when we bought them we would have not been able to keep them up. Even the service men say they make things now days to break down. The wheels and axles were not on my service contract because "that part was not stopping the dishwasher from working." I found this web site for the parts and was very happy to find somebody that wasn't ripping me off. Shipping time and repair was very, very satifactory. It works great now. THANK YOU