WDF520PADM8 Whirlpool Dishwasher - Instructions
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- Customer:
- Dennis from Sedro Woolley, WA
- Parts Used:
- W10518394
- Difficulty Level:
- Really Easy
- Total Repair Time:
- Less than 15 mins
- Tools:
- Screw drivers, Wrench set
Heater element broken.
Step 1: Remove the screws in the bottom of the countertop.
Step 2: Remove the screws holding the bottom kickplate.
Step 3: Loosen leveling legs.
Step 4: Pull dishwasher out of hole.
Step 5: Unlplug dishwasher.
Step 6: Disconnect wires from bottom of element in back.
Step 7: Remove plastic nuts holding element in place.
Step 8: Remove element.
Step 9: Reverse Steps 1-7.
Step 10: Drink beer.
Step 2: Remove the screws holding the bottom kickplate.
Step 3: Loosen leveling legs.
Step 4: Pull dishwasher out of hole.
Step 5: Unlplug dishwasher.
Step 6: Disconnect wires from bottom of element in back.
Step 7: Remove plastic nuts holding element in place.
Step 8: Remove element.
Step 9: Reverse Steps 1-7.
Step 10: Drink beer.
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- Customer:
- James from Gulfport, MS
- Parts Used:
- WP8268655
- Difficulty Level:
- Really Easy
- Total Repair Time:
- Less than 15 mins
- Tools:
- Pliers
The wheels on the upper dish rack broke
I removed the end caps on the slides with needle nose pliers, removed the old wheels and installed the new ones, then I snapped the slide end caps back on. Super responsive service from PartSelect.com Thanks!
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- Customer:
- Judith from Essex, MA
- Parts Used:
- WP8269145
- Difficulty Level:
- Easy
- Total Repair Time:
- 15 - 30 mins
- Tools:
- Screw drivers
Lost dishwasher brackets
I called an experienced plumber, who balanced and installed my new dishwasher properly, using the brackets I ordered from Parts Select, after an INEXPERIENCED plumber had tossed the factory-provided mounting brackets out with the shipping carton. Relief!
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- Customer:
- Kathy from TECUMSEH, MO
- Parts Used:
- W10872845, WPW10463906
- Difficulty Level:
- Very Easy
- Total Repair Time:
- Less than 15 mins
My filters had completely clogged up with hard deposits and food left on the dishes after running the dishwasher.
My filters had completely clogged up and had not cleaned my filters at all which was a no-no.I had lots of food left on the dishes after running my dishwasher, so I took bothp filters out and replaced them no tools required. I won’t be using powdered or liquid detergent for my dishwasher anymore only pods and promise to clean my filters once a month, so hopefully that’ll help keep them clean. Very easy replacement even for an old woman.
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- Customer:
- Arthur from YORKTOWN HTS, NY
- Parts Used:
- WP8268961
- Difficulty Level:
- Very Easy
- Total Repair Time:
- Less than 15 mins
- Tools:
- Pliers, Screw drivers
Door will fall down after opening
unscrewed dishwasher from cabinet ...,moved out slightly....while door closed ...reached with long nosed pliers door spring pulled forward...and allowing white plastic part that fits through sleeve and fit new sleeve over it...pulled spring attaching white plastic part and pushed unit back to cabinet and replaced screws DONE.
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- Customer:
- Michelle from Richardson, TX
- Parts Used:
- 72017
- Difficulty Level:
- Really Easy
- Total Repair Time:
- Less than 15 mins
Scratches in Surface
This product comes in a bottle with a brush like Liquid Paper. It goes on incredibly easy. A second coat might be needed. I wanted to prevent rust from setting in so I covered the scratches and dings. The paint is a little brighter since my washer is 10 years old but it still looks great.
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- Customer:
- George from Lisbon, CT
- Parts Used:
- WP661566
- Difficulty Level:
- Really Easy
- Total Repair Time:
- 15 - 30 mins
- Tools:
- Screw drivers
Dishes wouldn't dry
I shut off the power to the dishwasher, then I removed the front panel under the door. On the right side just behind the electrical box there are two wires going up to the hi-limit thermostat, (you may need a small mirror to see it), remove one screw that is holding the thermostat bracket, unplug the wires from the old thermostat and install new one. Screw bracket and thermostat back to the underside of the dishwasher, reinstall the front panel, turn on the power, done.
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- Customer:
- David L from St. Joseph, MO
- Parts Used:
- W11158802
- Difficulty Level:
- Really Easy
- Total Repair Time:
- Less than 15 mins
Silverware basket opened during wash
I couldn't get dealer to order part, so went on line to see what was available. Found model and picture of part needed and ordered. It came in 3 days. Took part out of box and compared to part the needed replacing. It was a match. Removed old basket and replaced with new one. It works great and siverware stays in basket until put away.
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- Customer:
- Melissa from AIKEN, SC
- Parts Used:
- W11175771
- Difficulty Level:
- Really Easy
- Total Repair Time:
- 15 - 30 mins
- Tools:
- Pliers, Screw drivers
Inlet valve wasn't working
Put thread tape on threads. Screwed water hose to part. Pushed hose onto part. Pushed electric clip to part. Screwed part onto washer. Done
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- Customer:
- David A from Show Low, AZ
- Parts Used:
- W11158802
- Difficulty Level:
- Really Easy
- Total Repair Time:
- Less than 15 mins
latch on silverware basket would't lock
bought a new one and put it in machine.
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- Customer:
- Amy from MIDDLEBURG, FL
- Parts Used:
- W11498831
- Difficulty Level:
- Really Easy
- Total Repair Time:
- 15 - 30 mins
Leaking dishwasher
Removed old gasket. Cleaned the area and let dry. Aligned gasket, pressed into the groove. Corners are tricky, stretch and press to get a tight seal. Follow around appliance. Inital try, small leak. Adjusted seal second use no leak. 10/10 would recommend this part. Super easy self install.
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- Customer:
- J from HARPERSVILLE, AL
- Parts Used:
- WPW10195536, WP8531323, W10878507
- Difficulty Level:
- Very Easy
- Total Repair Time:
- 30 - 60 mins
- Tools:
- Nutdriver, Pliers, Screw drivers, Wrench (Adjustable)
Water leak
I watched the instructional videos that showed how to replace the inlet fill hose/water inlet a couple of times. The repair was exactly as shown. No trouble at all.
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- Customer:
- Dave from PALM BAY, FL
- Parts Used:
- WP8268961
- Difficulty Level:
- Really Easy
- Total Repair Time:
- 15 - 30 mins
- Tools:
- Screw drivers
Friction sleeve
Make sure you order 2. One on each side
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- Customer:
- Donald from MANHATTAN BCH, CA
- Parts Used:
- WPW10524920
- Difficulty Level:
- Very Easy
- Total Repair Time:
- Less than 15 mins
rinse aid cap came loose and melted in the bottom of the dishwasher
Received the new cap and twisted it into place.
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- Customer:
- Susan from Hanson, MA
- Parts Used:
- WP8268655
- Difficulty Level:
- Easy
- Total Repair Time:
- 15 - 30 mins
- Tools:
- Screw drivers
Broken wheels on upper dw rack
My 2 parts were delivered very quickly. We had been putting off the repair, mainly because any time you hire a capable repair man, the charge to "walk through the door"is very high. I actually thought about buying a new DW for this reason . . . Then I googleD PARTS, And was lucky to find PARTS SELECT. I was most impressed with the graph layout of the parts, which enables the buyer to actually measure the part being replaced to be sure the correct item is being ordered. The instructions were excellent, and this grandmother took care of the repair, easily.
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