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    Do-It-Yourself REPAIR for AUTOMATIC DISHWASHERS Easy-to-follow step-by-step repair procedures and illustrations Sold by Sears, Roebuck and Co, Chicago, IL 60684 i 22/587[...]

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    .... _ _ _'r_-=:_- , "_'_¸ We Service Wh_,t We Sell Wherever you live, you may be assured that there is a Sears Service Organization as near as your telephone. The Technical Training Centers pictured are staffed by the finest, most capable Technical Instructors we can find. In turn, the Technicians in your local Sears Service Organi[...]

  • Page 3

    [Sears t WHEN SEARS PEOPLE SAY, "WE SERVICE WHAT WE SELL." THEY MEAN IT, When you get your appliance from Sears, Roebuck and Con, you get something • nobody else can give you - Sears service. Many families who've been around hate to buy even a toaster anywhere else. Every month, about 400,000 Americans change jobs and move to other[...]

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    TABLE OF CONTENTS A÷ B_ C_ D, Water, Detergent, and the Automatic Dishwasher ................................................................................................ 3 Installation ................................................................................................................................................................[...]

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    INTRODUCTION This service manual is designed to provide you with a basic knowledge of the operation of your Kenmore Dishwasher. It was not designed to cover a specific model, but covers, in detail, the repa!r of most components used on any model. The production of a service manual for each individual model is not practical because of the excessive [...]

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    A. WATER, DETERGENT AND THE AUTOMATIC DISHWASHER Water Water is a primary ingredient in determining automatic dishwashing result5 The minerafs in water, when in sufficient quantity, wilt cause spotting, filming and the possible discoloration of some metals. The minerals which account tot the greatest difficulty are calcium and magnesium These miner[...]

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    Sudsing - You are familiar with the mountains of suds that result from using the wrong detergent in an automatic washer A similar problem in an automatic dishwasher can be caused by using improper detergents, using solid jet dry. a leaking wetting agent dispenser or excessively tow or high water temperature A complaint of poor cleaning of dishware [...]

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    3 Dishwashmg Problems and Answers PROBLEM Dishes Not Clean Spotting Filming Etching ........... Silverware Stained or Pitted Bronze Tarnish on Silverware Black Marks on Dinnerware Aluminum Discoloration Brown Stains (Rust) on Dishes or Tub Dishes Not Dry Dishes Chipping Dishwasher Odor Noise Water in Tub Bottom POSSIBLE CAUSE & SOLUTION Water t[...]

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    CLEANING MINERAL DEPOSITS FROM PORCELAIN SURFACES The following procedure is safe if the instructions are carefully followed Many complaints of porcelain delerioration have been traced to a surface discoloration due tothe presence of iron, manganese or calcium in the wa;er supply In areas having a high mineral content in the water, particularly iro[...]

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    B. INSTALLATION Portable Dishwasher Hot Water Connections - Portable Dishwasher I. Attach the AERATOR ADAPTOR furnished with the dishwasher to the sink faucet. 2. Check the power outlet. A. Will it take the three-prong plug on the power cord? B. Is the outlet grounded? CHECKING POWER OUTLET The dishwasher will operate on regular house current, Do n[...]

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    2 Attach grounding wire to green grounding screw CAUTION: The joining of aluminum building wire to stranded copper wire leads on the dishwasher involves special problems It should be done only by qualified personnel using material recognized by U/L (or CSA) as suitable DRAIN. Improper!y installed drain hoses can kink and result in poor washability [...]

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    DRAIN HOSE CONNECTION TO SINK DRAIN /2 ! O COPPER TUBING DRAIN HOSE MUST BE _tGHER THAN DIS 3RANCH TAILPIECE S{NF, AT RIGHT FIGURE 3 Sears "Y" Branch Tailpiece and Connector Kit No, 729b makes this connection easy, It includes a!l necessary fittings and complete instructions, DRAIN HOSE CONNECTION THROUGH FLOOR AIR GAP KIT AVAILABLE AT SE[...]

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    Models Equipped With Installation Module PLANNING Determine the rouling for the water supply, eleclrical wiring and drain line before proceeding with the actual in- sin!tarpon so that space conflicts do not occur Important - Do no1 [oute ptumbing or wiring in front of the motor or dishwasher support channels CUTTING ACCESS HOLES Access holes in the[...]

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    ELECTRICAL All wiring must be in accordance with electrical codes The dishwasher operates on !15 volt, 60 cycle power Pro- vide a separate circuit with a fuse or circuit breaker rated for at least 15 amps bul not more than 20 amps GROUND1NGINSTRUCTIONS This appliance must be connected to a grounded metal, permanent, wiring system; or an equipment g[...]

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    WA] ER SUPPLY Plumbing must comply with local codes It is recommended that a shul-off valve be installed in the line from the supply to the dishwasher The water supply must be able lo supply a minimum of 9 quarts in one minute Route the Ime, as shown in Figure 7 (Refer to Figure 5 for permissible routing areas) Do not run it across in front of the [...]

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    DRAIN Referring to Figures 8 and 9. install the drain connection parts (Y branch tail-piece, disposer adapter, air gap, etc ) in the location selected Instali the drain hose corner support in the corner of the cabinet next to the dishwasher directly above the 2" access hole The top of the support should be 30" above the kitchen floor 124-[...]

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    Corner Support Bracket (Furnished) Air Gap Kit {Available at Sears} 1 Required by some local plumbing codes when connecting 10 a disposer 2 Required when connecting 7o a separate Irap benea'lh 1he floor Trap P or S SINK AI LEFT To Separate Trap Beneath Floor SINK AT RIGHT FIGURE 9 HOW TO POSITION, ALIGN, AND LEVEL, YOUR DISHWASHER Move your [...]

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    TWO WAYS TO ANCHOR YOUR DISHWASHER F $oc_r anchori_g with _' lag screw_ _ Toe plate assembtv FIGURE 11 You MUST anchor your dishwasher to keep it from tilting when the door is opened or closed. Countertop Anchoring: 1. If the countertop mounting bracket flange is }onger than you need, mark it, remove it, and saw off the unneeded part. 2, Adjus[...]

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    C. WJASH SYSTEM Two Level Wash Feature FIGUREI3 A separate spray tube or rotating spray arm assures excellent washability in the upper rack, and another rotating spray arm thoroughly washes all dishes in the lower rack This arrangement permits complete flexibility of ioading without concern of blocking the water pattern to el;her rack See Figure t3[...]

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    FLOAT NORMAL SWITCH FIGURE 14 2 Testing Water Charge Level To check for proper water level, pour the minimum charge ol_ 8 quarts of water into the tub and make a reference mark with a grease pencil or crayon at the edge of the waterline Then pour in an additional 1 Y_,quarts of water to make the maximum charge, and make another reference line at th[...]

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    ttttt t t . _ FIGURE 15 Spray Arm Assembly The spray arm is mounted to the upper pump housing_ Water from the sump is pumped through the upper pump housing where it is directed to the spray arm.. The water is discharged from ports in the spray arm as shown in Figure t5.. The velocity of the water discharged from the ports and the angle of the port [...]

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    Periodic cleaning of the spray tube is recommended One method is shown is Figure 16. The loosened particles may be flushed from the tube by operating the dishwasher in a wash cycle with the cap removed, PUSH LODGED PARTICLES UPPER SPRAYTUBE SCREW THREADS FIGURE 16 Three Level Wash System The upper or third level wash system used in certain models i[...]

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    A Removal of Mtddle Spray Arm 1 Remove stainless steeI cotter pin in lower end of plastic spray arm spindle underneath the black plastic supply arm 2 The spray arm and spindle can now be lifted off the supply arm Removal of Upper Spray Arm Only 1 From below, in tub, remove two screws which hold spray arm and bearing assembly to plastic distributor [...]

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    DELIVER TUBE HOSE STEP 2 STEP FIGURE 20 Water Inlet Valve The water inlet valve is solenoid operated and when energized permits a constant controlled flow of water to enter the dishwasher tub, The valve is designed to operate over a pressure range of 20 pounds per square inch minimum to 120 pounds per square inch maximum, The frequency and length o[...]

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    A Operation Figure 22 shows a cross section of the water inlet valve in its closed position and Figure 23 shows it in its open position The water pressure at B and C has equalized because the bleed hole opening permits water to flow from B to C Pressure at A is atmospheric (Figure 2.2) The valve remains closed because the higher water line pressure[...]

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    C Testing To test operation of water inlet valve, place the leads of a volt meter across the termina{s of the solenoid in any fill phase of the operating cycle where the water inlet valve should be energized If the meter indicates tine voltage, water should flow into the tub If water does not flow into the tub, either the water inlet valve is defec[...]

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    Water Inlet Valve Kit Undercounler 808668 Portable 808667 KI'[S INCLUDE: t water vane ! metal washer 4 flow washers t plastic retainer 1 screen 2 terminal insulators t sealer washer (undercounter only) This ki_ is used for several applications Use the flew washer in this kit which wi_! provide the correct flow rate for your dishwasher Install [...]

  • Page 28

    4, Install plastic retainer into valve with center protrusion facing you, Push untii it snaps into the groove cut into the body of the valve 6 Press screen into valve, being careful not to crush or change the shape of the screen,, This is important to keep dirt particles out of the valve tha't will cause it to malfunction, The solenoid and bra[...]

  • Page 29

    Side Water Inlet, Steam Trap and Venting The side water inlet shown in Figure 25A provides an effective steam trap at all times and eliminates vapor escape during any phase of the dishwashing operation The vapor is blocked from escaping by the water trapped in the bottom of the side water inlet The side water inlet assembly fits into a bracket on t[...]

  • Page 30

    INNER DOOR--'_ EXIT FLOW OF MOIST AIR DURING DRY CYCLE JI, 'J VENT / I 4 _"_--_-- VENT GRILLE *---OUTER DOOR PANEL FIGURE 26 Venting takes place between the door and access panel as shown in Figure 26 (Exception; Forced Air Models described in th'e section of this manual which covers the drying system,, Motor and Pump Assembly _[...]

  • Page 31

    t:_._ SCREW WASHER UPPER IMPELLER 6 2 SEAL MACERATOR BLADE 5 SPACER PLATE SHROUD 4 ._._------_ PU M P PLATE ' PUMP GASKET O RING '(_ LOWER IMPELLER SHIMS 3 SCREW-_ PUMP HOUSING LOWER RING CLAM FAN SLING FIGURE 30A MP GASKET SCR B, Pump Assembly The pump assembly consists of the following components (Refer to Figure 3OA ] 1. Pump housing o[...]

  • Page 32

    A Main Motor and Relay Most of the dishwashers use 3450 RPM, 120V 60 Hz reversible type motor to drive the pump impellers These motors utilize an external start relay and have two start or phase windings, a main or run winding and a built-in overload protector Direction of rotation of the armature or rotor is determined by the start winding selecte[...]

  • Page 33

    3. Lower]mpeller- Circulates the water from the pump housing through the spray tube, or middle and upper arms, during the wash and rinse cycle When the motor reverses for the drain cycle, the lower impeller forces the water through the discharge port to pump the water from Lhe machine Pump Plate and Shroud- On dishwashers manufactured since 1969, a[...]

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    2 Level Tower Pump 5y,srem • ' m housin with the recirculating pot1 c osed off For this reason ;he bwer This pump sysIern utlt_z,es a. lower pu _ ...... _g,,-_ t_-,_h_ nressure n the drain line during wash/r!nse phas?s im eller has a ring or collar Tltteo arounu i_ _u _,_,._ -,,Z----dz_ ,_ _,_ q I_vRt snrav arm systems as ilius_raieu m ThPe3[...]

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    Testing the Motor and Relay Start the dishwasher at the beginning of a cycle, and allow the unit to electrically advance through the first fill The motor should star1 in a counter-clock-wise direction (ccw) D Motor Main or Run Winding Check CA UTION: Disconnect the power to the machine while connecting the voltmeter in the circuit° 1 Connect a vol[...]

  • Page 36

    START SWITCH -II'-BLUE-YEL tr U_ o ANY WHITE POSITION "B" VOLT METER RUN WINDING BLUE -_ ORANG START RELAY BLUEoBLACK RINSE WASH START WINDING BLUE-RED DRAIN START WINDING WHITE RED BLACK BLUE- RUN WINDING I _ MAIN MOTOR-REVERSIBLE /3 H,P, 3450 RPM 115V 60HZ AC FIGURE 32 . Restart. the dishwasher. Voltage at Position "A" in[...]

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    F, START W,T,C ÷BLO,,ET E A"V WH,TE , ,, POSITION "C" VOLT METER wtsD'iN6 ' ...... I ' O _TAR. T .,_[..BLUE-ORANGE TIMER" t- RELAY L BLUE-BLACK CCW RINSE WASH START WIN O I t BLACK BLUE- RUN WINDING BLUE-RED CW DRAIN START WINDING W H I T E """ [-7 j %._ MAIN MOTOR-REVERSIBLE 1/3 H P, 3450 RPM 115V[...]

  • Page 38

    t Connect the meter leads to the red motor lead and any white, 2 Timer contacts for the drain phase are BLU-YELLOW to BLU-RED. Figure34 is a diagram of the motor circuit Note that the drain or wash start winding is energized through separate timer contacts Therefore, failure of the motor to start in either the drain or wash cycle may be caused by a[...]

  • Page 39

    TERMINAL TERMINAL / TERMINAL " !__" FIGURE35 G After the Main Motor has been tested and proven good, the motor relay may be checked as follows: 1. Connect the machine to electrical power. 2 Advance the timer to the beginning of a wash or drain cycle, Set your voltmeter to the 250V, AC scale and connect the leads to terminals "S"[...]

  • Page 40

    2 SUMP (SOME MODELS) 3 SCREW DIFFUSER SCREW wA s. E R 4 UPPER tMPELLER_ 4 MACERATOR ¢_ SPACER PLATE __ 4 SHROUD 5 PUMP PLATE GASKET-- b RING LOWER IMPELLER 1 I 6 GASKET 6 MOTOR FIGURE 36 H Motor Replacement (If you have a dishwasher manufactured in 1978 or later, refer to the procedure on Page 40) To replace the main motor, it is necessary to remo[...]

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    3 Remove upper pump housing (diffuser) (3} 4 Remove upper impeller, macerator blade, spacer plale, and pump plate (4] 5 Remove lower impeller and seals (5} 6 Detach motor and pump housing assembly cover, and gaskets from tub (8 screws) (6) 7 Remove pump housing from motor (4 thru-bolts at base of motor or 4 short bolts at top of bell housing) and m[...]

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    CENTER MOTOR SHAFT WITH PUMP HOUSING WITH SERVICE TOOL 803923--7 / f M 3____/ ,!' ...... ] ...... 10 FIGURE 37 SHIM GAUGE 807077_ _ FIGURE 38 .,p'--_ RAISE EDGES OF / GASKET TO ALLOW GAUGE TO SEAT ON PUMP HOUSING SURFACE Before repiacqng the required shims and lower impeller on the motor shaft, carefully examine the mating sur- faces of t[...]

  • Page 43

    J K Motor ]nstaltation 1, Place motor on floor in proper position beneath mounting hole in tub (See Figure39t (Pump housing and gasket attached to motor ) 2 Insert 2 guide pins _:'through mounting holes in tub and into corresponding attach screw holes in p_mp housing _'Guide pins are made by cutting 2 pieces of heavy gauge wire about 6- l[...]

  • Page 44

    ;KET 807709 .GASKET 807710 LOCATING L_ CLAMPING RING 807T12 PUMP HOU 807711 FIGURE 40 Replacing Pump and Motor Assembly (Manufaclured in ]g78 or Later) 1,, Replace 8077:t0 gasket, DO NOT try to re-use original gasket, Be sure ridges on gasket face downward 2, Place pump and motor assembly in mounting hole in tub bottom. Be sure ports on pump housin[...]

  • Page 45

    Hoses and Couplers A. Front Opening Portables Proper routing of hoses for Front Opening Portables is shown in Figure 42 Tub removal is not required to perform the following operations FIGURE 42 NOTE: Tub is removed only to show location and routinB of hoses To replace the Fill Hose: 1, Lay unit on its back, 2, Disconnect inlet hose at inlet valve 3[...]

  • Page 46

    B 5. Remove hose saddle 6. Remove hoses. 7, Detach inlet hose and reattach it to a new coupler and drain hose assembly Reinstall coupbr and hose assembly in reverse orden Be Certain routing is proper with no twists or kinks in hoses Check connections for leaks and test movement of hoses in and out of cabinet Adjustment of Hose Length: The length of[...]

  • Page 47

    Faucet Coupler The fill and drain hoses of a portable dishwasher terminate in a faucet coupler Mos! coupler's are equipped with bleed valves to enable the operator to relieve the water pressure in the fil! hose by depressing the valve button This prevents splashing when the coupler is disconnected Coupler Repair Because of the high cost of rep[...]

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    BI-META CAM i FIGURE46 FIGURE 47 Dispensers A. Detergent DL_penser- B/-Metal Operated The Bi-Metal trigger used to release the detergent cup locking cam is made of two different metals which are bonded together The expansion rates of these metals are considerably different,. The trigger bends when heated and releases the Locking cam, (See Figures 4[...]

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    FIGURE 48 Connecting a voltmeter in series with the Bi-Metal as shown in Figure 48 will permit a quick check of the circuit If the circuit is good, tine voltage will be indicated when the timer is advanced to the Detergent Dispenser Inclement with th'e dishwasher connected to a power source_ The Bi-Metal will not heat with the voltmeter connec[...]

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    Wetting Agent Dispenser - Bi-Metal Operated A completely redesigned supply tank and a Bi-Metal release mechanism are features of this wetting agent eispenser, Elimination of the solenoid reduces the operating noise level of the dispenser_ The door must be fully opened for a few seconds to allow the wetting agent liquid to fill up in a scoop (Figure[...]

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    Failure of the Bi-Metal to lift can usually be traced to an interruption of its circuit path, which includes the heating element The rinse injector Bi-Metat is very similar to that for the detergent cup, and it is checked in the same manner, A voltmeter may be used in series with the Bi-Metal (see Figure 53) to check for an open circuit condition_ [...]

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    Timers A Timer OperatiOn D. ELECTRICAl. CONTROLS The timer is the central control point of the electrical components. All timers used on Kenmore Dishwashers are similar in operation and design. The only difference is in complexity due to the variation in function and features of the various models MOTOR CAM SWITCH FIGURE 54 All electromechanica! ti[...]

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    Selector Switches A selector switch on an automatic dishwasher gives the customer the option of choosing the type of wash best suited to the dish load and type of soil Some economy models have this selection built into the timer The most common type of cycle selector, however, employs a push button switch which bypasses unwanted portions of a cycle[...]

  • Page 54

    Thermostats and Temperature Indicators A Sam-Wash or High Temperature Wash/Rin.se Thermostat Most dishwashers are equipped with a thermostat to provide for guaranteed hot water in the 2nd Wash and/or Final Rinse when a Sani-Wash or high temperature wash is selected.. Unless the water temperature is high enough to satisfy the thermostat, the thermos[...]

  • Page 55

    If the second wash or 'final rinse phase is prolonged for an excessive amount of time, causing the water to become hotter than necessary: 1. Check for too high calibration,, (Follow same procedure as outlined on the previous page ) 2, Check the thermostat circuit for correct wiring 3 Check to see that power is applied to one terminal of thermo[...]

  • Page 56

    Since the thermostats are subjected to varying conditions within the home, it is extremely important that they be secured firmly against the door or tub of the dishwasher in order to accurately sense the internal temperature TEMPERATURE SENSfNG SURFACE-:':: ........ !iii ii!ii!!i!i i'.i lit : i;i:iiii:i:ii i;i:ii:::i!:! FIGURE 61 The purp[...]

  • Page 57

    WATER TEMPERATURE OPERATING CHARACTERISTICS iNLET WATER TEMR-140°F W !1 1st WASH ]st RtNSE 2naRIN WASH z nlll 3 rd RIN 4tfi RINSE DRY FIGURE 6 2 Water Heat Option Hot Rinse Option In Figure 62, inlel water temperature is at 140 degrees constant Operation with t40 degree inlet water tempera- lure, is adequate and will do a good job of washing dishe[...]

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    3 SANITIZE DELAY LIGHT CIRCUIT POWER SANI WASH CYCLE SELECTOR FIGURE 63A D Water heat and hot rinse circuits 55[...]

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    In Iigure 63B the water heat circuit is shown with the solid line The dashed line indicates the delay light circuit The dotted line is an alternate circuit with the hot rinse option oft When the water heat thermostat is closed, the timer continues to advance, and the delay light goes out ..... d I @ FIGURE 63B 56[...]

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    in figure 63C the hot rinse circuit is shown by a solid line The dashed line indicates the delay light circuit The delay light glows and the timer is stalled until the hot rinse thermostat closes I I 1 ! FIGURE G3C 57[...]

  • Page 61

    Figure 63D iliustrales the circuits involved when both water heat and hot rinse are selected The detay in the final rinse is controlled in this case by the higher rated thermostat, hot rinse _ :_<___,__..'__'!t FIGURE 63D 58[...]

  • Page 62

    Door and Float Switches A. Door Latches and Switches Door switches are safety devices which prevent the dishwasher from operating while the door is open The switch is the first component in the circuit, All other components are in series with the door switch and aiI machine functions cease when the door is opened, The door switch is actuated by the[...]

  • Page 63

    Float Switches The float switch is wired in the circuit between the timer and the water inlet valve The purpose of the float switch is to prevent an overflow in the event the drain system should fail or the timer should stick in the fil! position allowing too much water to enter the tub It will not prevent an overflow should the water inlet valve d[...]

  • Page 64

    E. WIRING DIAGRAMS AND ESTER LINE (CYCLE) CHARTS To propedy diagnose electrical problems associated with your dishwasher, it is important for you to understand the wiring diagram and estertine chart which is located on the tech sheet inside the machine console, These diagrams vary from model to model depending on the particular machine's featu[...]

  • Page 65

    The line shown as BK extends to the tell and is known as the "hot side" of the electrical system It provides a circuit to the door switch and ulumately to all electrically operated components through the timer switches You will note that dashed lines enclose the timer, cycle selector, and door switches This is to indicate that these switc[...]

  • Page 66

    COLO_ CODE Dr= ,t_ o D_ To o D To 1N otDv o _o P_D_ _ 'r 1on B_ v to By _ , o * l_ XX 0 NOR MA[WA_ _015 & PAN_ S_NI WASH FILL PHASE" NORMAL CYCLE "_-]_ _ _ _-%_'1 , -./.4.. ._, /" I! 1 .... I 3 22 I "--_._.J" 63[...]

  • Page 67

    : Note that the switch numbers on the Ester line chart correspond to switch numbers on the wiring diagram, At the end of the fill phase, the water valve opens as shown by the Ester line chart, and the timer contacts listed below are now closed (Refer !o Figure 70 ) • Power Bus 1 - Switch "i • Timer Motor - Switch 10 • Motor Power- Switch[...]

  • Page 68

    i ,I III FIGURE 70 FIRST WASH NORMAL CYCLE RELAY SWITCH OPENS AFTER MOTOR STARTS B5[...]

  • Page 69

    Voltage Checks CA U TION When making voltage checks, remember that the machine is connected to a live power source Use extreme caution to not physically touch any bare contacts or wiring terminals when making voltage checks.. When all the previous steps for normal operation have been checked and the machine stitl does not tilt. turn to the wiring d[...]

  • Page 70

    To determine if the timer is defective, attach the voltmeter lead to point #3 shown in Figure "/! leaving the other voltmeter lead attached to the white or common terminal, 120 Volts AC present at this point indicates that the timer is not defective. No voltage at this point wouid indicate a defective timer, NOTE: Always be certain the timer i[...]

  • Page 71

    F. MECHANICAL SYSTEM Door Assemblies The door should never require adjustment, N1isa[ignment between the door and cabinet on built-in machines is usually a result of improper positioning of the attach brackets to the counter top Reposition the brackets to align the door to the tub A slight adjustment to increase or decrease gasket pressure between [...]

  • Page 72

    FIGURE 73 B_ Two Piece Outer Door Control Panel The 2-piece outer door has a control panel which is separate from the remainder of the door. Removal of lower panel is accomplished in somewhat the same manner as the one-piece door panel The control panel wh}ch houses the timer and selector switches may be serviced by opening the door and removing th[...]

  • Page 73

    Anti: Tilt Assembly 38" Portable Models A new anti-tilL device was designed for the 18" dishwasher to prevent overturning with 50 pounds supported on an open door. To remove; refer to Figure 75 1. Disconnect power supply 2 Place dishwasher on its back, 3, Remove spring attaching anti-tilt arm to the rear caster bracket. 4. Remove cable fr[...]

  • Page 74

    S_EP 3 STEP 2 -- S_p4_ _ STEP 1 PLASTIC GUID_ NGE BRACKET FIGURE 76 5 C ARM PIN Racks To remove the upper rack only. remove the end caps at the front of the slides by straightening the metal tabs holding the end caps in place Refer to Figure 77, END CAP _" RACK FIGURE 77 To remove the upper racks and slides (square slide out type) proceed as f[...]

  • Page 75

    UPPER FRONT LOWER REAR ROLLER FIGURE 78 FIGURE 79 'Tub Gaskets The tub gasket is a one-piec_ gasket as shown in Figure 80, The tub gasket is fastened with stainless steel clips,, The illustrations, figures 81 thru 83 show how these clips are removed and replaced on sides and top A gasket junction wire and one or two clips secure the gasket at [...]

  • Page 76

    Press Outward Attach Clip Gasket FIGURE 8! /i_._ScrewdrJver /_Li)P ress Outward ,_ _-_' Flange Attach / __ Lr_ _ Gasket Tub Slot 11 2 Attach d!ps can be positioned in replacement gasket and pressed back into tub slot, See Figure 82 TO REPLACE Apply Pressure To Flange Of Clip. Press Into Place FIGURE 82 _ress In lub Slot_ Attach Cli p_l 3, The [...]

  • Page 77

    @ FIGURE 84 4 A revised vent baffle was introduced in t981. This vent baffle has a white vinyl gasket along the bottom edge There is no adjustment on this vent baffle The tub gasket has a longer cut-out section in the bottom with this vent baffle Most models use this tub gasket/vent baffle kit for serwce replacement 74[...]

  • Page 78

    Cord Reel The power cord reel bracket is attached to the side of the cabinet or to the bottom channel See Figure 85 for a deta{ted view of this mechanism_ Washer "Spring Reloining Wires A Place Rep[ocemenl Sprin G tn Position Shown &Bracke! -Spring Retoiner .-. mp Screw_//_ FIGURE 85 Power Cord and/or Reel Replacement for Front Opening Por[...]

  • Page 79

    3 Remove power cord reel attach screws exposed on left side of cabinet Install the replacement power cord reel Wind the reel and cord clockwise to achieve the amount of reel wind- up needed Coil spring should recoil the power cord comptetety when the cord is fully extended Temporarily secure the power cord pfug 1o the back side of cabinet and reass[...]

  • Page 80

    NUT _LARGEWASHER ,f '- DISHWASHER FRAME SMALL WASHER t /5EARINGS _CASTER CASTER ASSEMBLY FIGURE 88 Tubs Replacement of a tub requires a complete disassembfy of the dishwasher tf a tub replacement is necessary, we recommend having it done by a qualified service technician, f_ 77[...]

  • Page 81

    G. DRYING SYSTEM Convection Method in the convection method of drying, the air near the energized heating element (hot dry option only) becomes hot and rises The cooler air fafts to the bottom of the tub where it is heated and rises As the rising warm air passes over the wet dinnerware, it is cooled and falls once again to the botlom of the tub A n[...]

  • Page 82

    Forced Air Method Some dishwashers are equipped with a blower, The blower assembly is located at the right rear bottom of the tub, (Figure 90) and circulates ambient air through the tub cavity during the dry cycle This circulated air is drawn in through Lhe vent in the door panel, across the dinnerware and into the blower housing where it is mixed [...]

  • Page 83

    B,, GASKET seRE t!1 k A sEMBL' BLOWER PL A*! E BLOWE R ASSEMBLY FIGURE 9.! 3. Move the assembly to the left and lift out.. The blower wheel is pressed onto the motor shaft and can be pried off (carefully) with a screwdriver placed between the motor mounting plate and the blower wheel When reinstalling the blower wheel to motor shaft maintain a[...]

  • Page 84

    5 Remove blower housing assembly _rom under tub 6 Re-install with new gasket Heating Elements A Heating Element The heating element is used to maintain hot water for washing and rinsing operations in some models and to provide a source of heat for drying the dishes. B_ Operation A helical,strand of resistance wire is encased in a sheath with magnes[...]

  • Page 85

    SHEATH ELECTRICAL INSULATION I!EATER SYMBOL HEAT(NG ELEMENT FIGURE 93 Heater Testing Connect the dishwasher electrically, Remove the racks from the tub., Advance the timer to the beginning of the "Dry" cycle, If your dishwasher has a Power Miser Switch be sure it is in the "Hot" position_ Turn the dishwasher on and allow it to o[...]

  • Page 86

    Power Miser Circuits - Single Pole Single Throw The heater is controlled by cam switch B-3 during the washes and rinses, and by cam switch B-7 during the dry as shown in Figure 94 [f the "Power Miser" switch is open, the heater circuit is interrupted during the dry period SINGLE POLE SINGLE THROW ORANGE BUS TIMER POWER MISER _ HEATER WHIT[...]

  • Page 87

    Power Cord Door Switch Door Lat . Timer h I Detergent Dispenser Float Swit Inlet Valve FIGURE 96 Faucet Coupler Drain Hose Spray Arms acerator Blower -,Water Inlet 84[...]

  • Page 88

    !. TROUBLE SHOOTING General Trouble Shooting CA U TION: Always disconnect the dishwashers from the electrical power source before adjusting or replacing components. , +pROBLEM ++- POSSIBLE CAUSE ACTION Dishes not clean, Refer to introductory section at beginning of this manual Dishwasher will not 1. No power to dishwasher. 1, Check electrical outle[...]

  • Page 89

    PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE ACTION Dishwasher omits portion 1 Damaged or defective timer switch or 1 Refer to timer testing of a selected wash cycle cams inside timer case 2. Open circuit between selector switch and timer (Rapid advance timer only.) 2. Refer to wiring diagram and trace circuit for power loss. 3. Defective efectrical component.. 3, Check[...]

  • Page 90

    PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE ACTION Dishwasher automatically t. Cycle changer button stuck down 1 Release button or replace switch rapid advances through (Models prior to t972 ) entire cycle, Dishwasher will not fill with water (no water comes in), 1 No water supply to dishwasher 2, Open circuit between timer terminal and fill valvm 1 Check line valve to[...]

  • Page 91

    PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE ACTION 1, No loop in drain line., {Undercounter t_ All drain lines must have an elevated Dishwashers) Ioop_ Refer to installation instructions, Drains or water syphons out of dishwasher after a fill for either a wash or rinse. 2_ Drain line connected after "J" trap (undereounter washers). Drains must be connected ah[...]

  • Page 92

    PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE ACTION Noisy Pump system° 1,, Debris in tub bottom. 1. Clean out pump_ Main motor kicks out repeatedly on overload. Dishwasher will not heat water to required temperature in the thermostat delay periods, Dishes are not dry at end of dry phase,, 2. Pump part or parts not tightened down 2, Inspect and correct, properly 3, Impe[...]

  • Page 93

    PROBLEM Lever won't latch or stay in run position. Detergent Cup won't latch, Detergent cup won't open to release detergent. Detergent does not wash out of detergent cup. Wetting agent tiquid runs out continuously. Wetting agent liquid runs out each time door is opened and closed. POSSIBLE CAUSE 1. Latch lever bent., 2. Door misalign[...]

  • Page 94

    PROBLEM Wetting agent liquid won't eject. Wetting agent dispenser leak (Bi_netal release typelo POSSIBLE CAUSE 1, Wetting agentcup ribs not against door liner. 2. Coil spring or "C'" clip broken. (Solenoid type,) 3, Solenoid defective. 4o Bi-metal release defective., 1.r Overfillingo 2. Bottle cracked, 3. Defective seal on stopp[...]

  • Page 95

    MISCELLANEOUS SERVICE PART NUMBERS 1 Oversize screw for door tatch 2 Oversize screw for ou_er door panel 3 Oversize screw for blower housing 4 Latch kit, 1972 - present (except one piece door models) 5 Improved caster, portable models, pre-Ig83 6 Threaded repair casters - (2) 7 Positive fill kit, (except solid state models) 8 Utensil basket for spa[...]

  • Page 96

    DIV_ 22 SOURCE 587 Part Noo 808353[...]