PDW7880R30SS General Electric Dishwasher - Instructions
Jump to:
Keep searches simple. Use keywords, e.g. "leaking", "pump", "broken" or "fit".
- Customer:
- SAMUEL from DUNCANNON, PA
- Parts Used:
- WD18X10010, WD18X10008
- Difficulty Level:
- Easy
- Total Repair Time:
- 30 - 60 mins
- Tools:
- Nutdriver, Screw drivers, Wrench (Adjustable)
Water leak from under dishwasher. Leaky inlet sump
Disconnected the electricity, the drain hose, and the water supply from the dishwasher. Loosened the two screws from the countertop and pulled out the dishwasher. Turned it on to it's side. Saw the damaged inlet sump. Had to remove the Pump connector to get to the inlet sump. Checked it also and discovered that it was starting to develop a small crack from the inside. I decided to replace it as well. The job involves removing the hose clamps and removing the spray mechanizm from the interior of the dishwasher to spin out the inlet sump. Not a difficult job.
Was this instruction helpful to you?
Thank you for voting!
- Customer:
- Jim K from Whittier, CA
- Parts Used:
- WD18X10010
- Difficulty Level:
- Easy
- Total Repair Time:
- 30 - 60 mins
- Tools:
- Nutdriver, Screw drivers, Wrench (Adjustable)
Pump Connector Leaking
Open dishwasher and remove the bottom spray wheel, filter, and unscrew the mounting bracket to release the pump connector below the bottom of the unit. Remove mounting screws at top front of dishwasher and carefully slide the unit out; you may have to pry side panels inward with a flat screwdriver in order to get the dishwasher past any cabinetry. Be careful not to pull the dishwasher too far out as the water supply and drain hoses could be damaged. Unplug the unit. Turn unit sideways and tip over onto its' back. At this point, the sump will have to be removed using a nut-driver and/or socket set. This will open access to remove the old pump connector. Replace the old connector with the new connector, and reassemble the sump, connecting and firmly tightening all connectors. Tip unit upright. Screw mounting bracket back into the bottom of the dishwasher and put the remaining parts back. Before pushing the unit back into it's nook, I advise running a quick cycle just to make sure there is no leakage. If there is no leakage, put the unit back, tighten the mounting screws and you're done.
Was this instruction helpful to you?
Thank you for voting!
- Customer:
- robert from east windsor, CT
- Parts Used:
- WD18X10010
- Difficulty Level:
- Really Easy
- Total Repair Time:
- 30 - 60 mins
- Tools:
- Nutdriver, Screw drivers, Wrench (Adjustable)
old part leaked
unscrewed dishwasher from cabinet, then I flipped dishwasher on it's side. loosen pump motor bracket arm on the end of the motor. loosen pump motor to pump conecter hose clamp and then unscrewed pump motor connector from dishwasher. To install I did the reverse. very easy.
Was this instruction helpful to you?
Thank you for voting!
- Customer:
- Robert from Clay, NY
- Parts Used:
- WD08X10075, WD08X10018
- Difficulty Level:
- Really Easy
- Total Repair Time:
- 30 - 60 mins
- Tools:
- Pliers, Screw drivers
Leak at bottom of door.
I watched the parts select video and followed their instructions. Only “ issue” was there were no screws on the door behind the exterior skin as in the video, so lifting the inside door liner to put the new lower door seal in was concerning. I was able to pull the liner up enough and slid the seal in with no problem. The video was the key to a smooth repair.
Was this instruction helpful to you?
Thank you for voting!
- Customer:
- Gaye from LEES SUMMIT, MO
- Parts Used:
- WD08X10075, WD08X10018
- Difficulty Level:
- Very Difficult
- Total Repair Time:
- 30 - 60 mins
The problem is I received the wrong part!
No way to repair since the wrong part was sent. I have sent numerous emails with order numbers, part numbers, model numbers BUT I have no return label to send this back and get a refund. Maybe this will get someone's attention. Pretty disgusted!
Was this instruction helpful to you?
Thank you for voting!
- Customer:
- Thomas from LAS VEGAS, NV
- Parts Used:
- WD15X10014
- Difficulty Level:
- Really Easy
- Total Repair Time:
- 30 - 60 mins
- Tools:
- Nutdriver, Pliers, Wrench (Adjustable)
Valve leaked
Turn off power and water from dishwasher. Remove Base Access Panel. Remove the upper 2 screws that holds the dishwasher in place. Pull out dishwasher. Locate the valve and remove the 2 screws holding the mounting bracket. (I used a hex Nutdriver to remove the screws) Remove the valve. Disconnect the wire connector. Disconnect water supply. (Place a towel to catch the water) Loosen the hose clamp holding the inlet hose and remove the hose. (I used pliers to loosen the clamp) Remove the elbow from the old valve and reattach to the new valve. (Use teflon tape around the threads) Reverse the Process. Check for leaks. Piece of Cake. Part was an exact fit.
Was this instruction helpful to you?
Thank you for voting!
- Customer:
- Joan from FREEPORT, ME
- Parts Used:
- WD35X21041
- Difficulty Level:
- Really Easy
- Total Repair Time:
- Less than 15 mins
Wheels and axles on bottom dishwasher rack broke.
Put them on and snapped them in. No problem!!!!
Was this instruction helpful to you?
Thank you for voting!
- Customer:
- DONALD from PORTLAND, ME
- Parts Used:
- WD35X21041
- Difficulty Level:
- Really Easy
- Total Repair Time:
- Less than 15 mins
The lower dishrack connectors on the original roller axle parts had loosened so the rollers kept falling off
1. assemble each of the new rollers and axles by inserting the axle through the roller from the back side; push until the two parts snap together; 2. remove the cutlery basket, take the lower dishrack out of the dishwasher and turn it upside down; 3. remove the old rollers from the dishrack and send them for recycling; 4. push each roller on the corresponding wire shaft of the dishrack, with the axle connector arm against the vertical part of the shaft, pushing the roller assembly against the shaft until it snaps together. NOTE: the new rollers are wider than the originals and fit snugly on the tracks; no wobbling; the connector snaps are an improved design that should last as long as the dishwasher.
Was this instruction helpful to you?
Thank you for voting!
- Customer:
- Carrell from Cochranville, PA
- Parts Used:
- WD12X10304
- Difficulty Level:
- Really Easy
- Total Repair Time:
- Less than 15 mins
rack slide end cap missing
installed part on inside end of rail. no tools needed. original part wouldn't stay on rail. finished in 2 minutes
wife happy
wife happy
Was this instruction helpful to you?
Thank you for voting!
- Customer:
- Nancy from Big Rock, IL
- Parts Used:
- WD35X20994, WD35X20994
- Difficulty Level:
- Really Easy
- Total Repair Time:
- Less than 15 mins
The rack wheels and axles on the DW had broken, causing the upper rack to come flying out when opened.
Took the rack out. Took off the broken wheels and axles. Popped the new ones on, while replacing the rack. Piece of cake! Saved over $100.
Was this instruction helpful to you?
Thank you for voting!
- Customer:
- GEORGE from LEVITTOWN, PA
- Parts Used:
- WD15X10014
- Difficulty Level:
- Really Easy
- Total Repair Time:
- Less than 15 mins
- Tools:
- Nutdriver, Pliers
Water leak under Unit
Remove Base Access Panel; Removed Valve Mounting Bracket & Valve; Disconnected Wire Connector; Disconnected Supply Line & distribution Hose; Reversed the Process. Piece of Cake; Part was O.E.M.Component Exact Fit; Took Longer to Write this than it took for Fix. Thanks I Will Be Back for other Parts.!
Was this instruction helpful to you?
Thank you for voting!
- Customer:
- Richard from BATESVILLE, IN
- Parts Used:
- WD12X10163
- Difficulty Level:
- Very Easy
- Total Repair Time:
- 15 - 30 mins
- Tools:
- Screw drivers
The dishwasher detergent dispenser was broken.
The first thing I did was watch the video on the removal of the old broken dispenser and I said to myself that it couldn't be that easy. Well I am going on 70 years old and I was going to call a local to fix it. I bought the new dispenser just to avoid the up-charge. When the conformation email got here with video and written instructions. I watched the video and read the instructions. Just after the part arived (ahead of scheduls) I looked at the machins and said wat the he** what is she going to do to an old man. Got my screwdriver (battery and reversable) and wouldn't you know it . It only took me less then 15 minutes to do the whole job. I can't thank them enough for the video. Wife asked where the part was and almost pased out when I opened the door.. lol Trust these people . They know what they are doing!!!
Was this instruction helpful to you?
Thank you for voting!
- Customer:
- Wayne from DUMFRIES, VA
- Parts Used:
- WD35X21041
- Difficulty Level:
- Really Easy
- Total Repair Time:
- Less than 15 mins
Wheels on lower rack failed
Install the axel in wheel then push onto rack
Was this instruction helpful to you?
Thank you for voting!
- Customer:
- MICHAEL from MANCHESTER, MD
- Parts Used:
- WD26X22719
- Difficulty Level:
- Easy
- Total Repair Time:
- Less than 15 mins
- Tools:
- Socket set
water not draining out of dishwasher
i removed the screw holding the drain pump to the wire that held the pump to the dishwasher frame, i then unscrewed the hose clamps that connected the pump to the drain hose and the other part of the dishwasher i disconnected the wires , put the other pump into place wired it up and now my dishwasher is as good as new .
Was this instruction helpful to you?
Thank you for voting!
- Customer:
- Joel from Cypress, TX
- Parts Used:
- WD12X10304
- Difficulty Level:
- Easy
- Total Repair Time:
- Less than 15 mins
Upper rack kept dropping from the wheels when we pulled it out
We knew roughly how we needed to put the cap on the rail, but our technique of simply forcing it in the end of the rail wasn't working. The trick is to bend the moveable part of the plastic cap inward while you're sliding it in, and it clicks right into place.
The location of the cap we were replacing was the upper back left, which made it a little tricky to reach back there and insert it, especially for a bigger guy like myself. We took the bottom rack out and my smaller wife was more easily able to lean in the dishwasher and reach back there to insert it.
The location of the cap we were replacing was the upper back left, which made it a little tricky to reach back there and insert it, especially for a bigger guy like myself. We took the bottom rack out and my smaller wife was more easily able to lean in the dishwasher and reach back there to insert it.
Was this instruction helpful to you?
Thank you for voting!