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$158.01
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Kenmore Dishwasher Detergent Dispenser
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19 Reviews
PartSelect Number PS11731570
Manufacturer Part Number W10861000
Detergent dispenser W10861000 is an original equipment manufacturer (OEM) part that fits some Whirlpool, KitchenAid, Maytag and Amana dishwashers. Detergent dispenser W10861000 attaches to the inner door panel and holds the dishwasher detergent and rinse aid in covered compartments. This dishwasher detergent dispenser measures approximately 5 inches wide and 4.5 inches high.
Fixes these symptoms
  • Door latch failure
  • Not cleaning dishes properly
  • Will not dispense detergent
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Installation Instructions
David from Swanzey, NH
Detergent door was not locking closed
Super simple.
Remove all screws around the stainless metal shroud inside the door. DONT remove the hinge screws.
Torx bit required.

Unplug detergent dispenser and place outer door assembly aside. Dispenser has small clips holding it in, top, bottom and sides I believe. Push these in, dispenser falls out into dishwasher.

Insert new unit, reverse all steps. Done.
Dont for get to reattach the wires! Read more...
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$82.12
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Kenmore Dishwasher Detergent Dispenser
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6 Reviews
PartSelect Number PS11770487
Manufacturer Part Number 5304506521
This is the replacement detergent dispenser for your refrigerator. It is gray in color and is sold individually. It is approximately 8.5 inches long and 3 inches wide. The detergent dispenser stores the detergent until it is ready to be dispensed. If your dishes are not coming clean, or you notice the detergent is still in the dispenser at the end of the cycle, you may have a damaged or malfunctioning detergent dispenser. This is an OEM part sourced directly from the manufacturer.
Fixes these symptoms
  • Door latch failure
  • Leaking
  • Not cleaning dishes properly
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Installation Instructions
Bernard from ACUSHNET, MA
The soap dispenser didn’t dispense the soap
After shutting off power to the dishwasher, I removed the two screws holding the door cover on the inside of the door sides, about 8 inches from the bottom of the door. I slid the cover down and off, and unplugged the wires to the dispenser. Then I removed the six screws holding the dispenser in place, removed the old dispenser, installed the new one, replaced the six screws and plugged the wires back in. The door cover and the two screws was all that was left. It took about ten minutes. Easy. Read more...
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$177.85
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Kenmore Dishwasher Detergent Dispenser Assembly
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28 Reviews
PartSelect Number PS11750167
Manufacturer Part Number WPW10199696
This part releases the detergent and rinse aid into the dishwasher. Light grey in color. The detergent dispenser attaches to the inner door panel and holds the dishwasher detergent and rinse agent in a covered compartment.
Fixes these symptoms
  • Door latch failure
  • Door won’t close
  • Leaking
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Installation Instructions
Craig from Austin, TX
latch on dispenser cover broke
Printed door assembly parts list and photo from KitchenAid website. (With the absence of instructions, it was a big help.) Remove door cover. You'll need a star driver bit. Remove the old dispenser. Note how the metal clamp and black cover sheet are positioned. Install the new dispenser. Insure the wiring harness is snapped in place. Replace the door cover. Not difficult; just some patience. One more hint ... be careful when taking the door cover off and you won't have to disconnect any other wiring. Read more...
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$76.65
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Kenmore Dishwasher Detergent and Rinse Aid Dispenser
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21 Reviews
PartSelect Number PS11750654
Manufacturer Part Number WPW10224428
This part releases the detergent and rinse aid into the dishwasher. This detergent dispenser is for dishwashers. Detergent dispenser holds the dishwasher detergent in a covered compartment. Unplug the dishwasher or shut off the house circuit breaker before installing this part. Wear work gloves to protect your hands during this repair.
Fixes these symptoms
  • Door latch failure
  • Door won’t close
  • Leaking
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Installation Instructions
Burt from Richardson, TX
dispenser didn't stay closed
Ordered new part and installed it. I found a repair manual online and the replacement was pretty easy. I removed 8 screws that held the outer door and the dispenser was sitting there looking at me. I disconnected the solenoid, pried apart two clips and the old dispenser came right out. Reversed the process to install the new one. Read more...
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$64.80
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Kenmore Dishwasher Detergent and Rinse Dispenser with Cap
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11 Reviews
PartSelect Number PS1524979
Manufacturer Part Number 154574401
This detergent and rinse dispenser with cap may also be known as the dishwasher dispenser assembly and is a part for your dishwasher. The function of this part is to attach to the inside door panel of your dishwasher and hold the dishwasher detergent and rinse in a closed compartment. The manufacturer has redesigned this part and although it may appear different than the original, it will have the same functionality, which is to release the detergent and rinse aid into the dishwasher. To complete this installation, you will need a Phillips screwdriver, and a pair of needle-nose pliers.
Fixes these symptoms
  • Door latch failure
  • Door won’t close
  • Not cleaning dishes properly
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Installation Instructions
Teresa from Phoenix, AZ
Latch on detergent dispenser was broken
Reading the instructions posted, I realized that I only needed to remove the two lower screws on the inside of the dishwasher door. The lower front panel then came off easily. I unplugged the power to the dishwasher. I then removed the six screws holding the dispenser in place, and when loose I unplugged the two wires (I used a flat blade screwdrive to pry them a bit then they slid off -- note the red one was inside, lighter one outside). I put the new part in, put in all but the left screw with the hook. I then plugged the wires in, and fastened the left screw with the hook positioned around the wires. I put the panel back on, fastenet the two screws that hold it in, and plugged the dishwasher back in. It's working beautifully. All in all it was about 20 minutes. Read more...
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$59.67
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Kenmore Dishwasher Detergent Dispenser
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18 Reviews
PartSelect Number PS11770680
Manufacturer Part Number 5304507354
This part releases the detergent and rinse aid into the dishwasher. NOTE: Color may vary but the part will function the same as the original.
Fixes these symptoms
  • Door latch failure
  • Door won’t close
  • Leaking
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Installation Instructions
C from Covina, CA
Dispenser door broken.
Disconnect from power
Unscrewed 4 phillips screws from top of outer door.
Unscrewed 2 screws each siide of door.
Lower outer door section drops away.
Note wiring sequence on dispenser, then disconnect wires.
Unscrew 6 screws on dispenser and lift dispenser out.

Place new dispenser in place (note orientation), ann fasten in place with screws, remembering to replace wire retainer on left lower screw.
Reconnect wires to dispenser correctly.
Slide lower outer door over tabs and secure with the 4 side screws.
Ensure lower door is up under control panel and secure with the 4 top screws.

Fill dispenser with detergent, reconnect power and test run while enjoying a cup of tea in celebration of a job well done.. Read more...
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$107.99
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Kenmore Dishwasher Dispenser
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13 Reviews
PartSelect Number PS11750038
Manufacturer Part Number WPW10195175
This detergent dispenser assembly is for dishwashers. Detergent dispenser assembly holds the dishwasher detergent and rinses agent in covered compartments.
Fixes these symptoms
  • Door latch failure
  • Door won’t close
  • Leaking
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Installation Instructions
Chris from MANSFIELD, TX
Dispenser was not dispensing
I first turned the power off to the dishwasher. I then used the star bit to loosen the screws on the sides and top. Note that the 4 top screws are longer than the side screws. Once the screws were loose I used a clamp on each side to hold the door cover in place. Once the screws were removed, I released the clamps, raised the door then lifted the outer cover off. I then peeled the insulation back from the top to expose the dispenser. I used a small socket to remove the screws for the dispenser. I released the plug with a small slotted screw driver. I then exchanged the dispenser with the new unit being careful to correctly reinstall the black cover over the top. I reinstalled the door cover, being careful to tuck the insulation back in place. I then installed the screws using the clamps to hold the door in place during the reinstall. Read more...
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$8.54
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Kenmore Dishwasher Detergent Cup Cover
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1 Review
PartSelect Number PS259460
Manufacturer Part Number WD16X297
Fixes these symptoms
  • Door latch failure
  • Door won’t close
  • Leaking
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Installation Instructions
Jared from MARLBOROUGH, CT
Detergent Cup would not latch closed
I ordered parts before opening. My theory was to have the parts so that the dishwasher was not apart for longer than necessary, in the hope of avoiding the wrath of momma bear who just wants a new one... Once I opened up the door I realized the spring for the main lever arm had broken its mount. I drilled a new hole and reattached the spring. I did not need any parts. However, the original parts corresponding to the three parts I ordered were all beat up and brittle, so I was happy to replace anyway. I did not even explain, she is happy the cup looks new and is happy with the dishwasher. It even says Cascade on it, almost like an upgrade :). If your cup does not latch I would order the three parts I did and also order the lever spring. It was very corroded after 30 years, so I would have replaced if I purchased it. Next time.. :) Read more...
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$152.85
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Kenmore Dishwasher Detergent and Rinse Dispenser with Cap
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13 Reviews
PartSelect Number PS11750655
Manufacturer Part Number WPW10224430
This part releases the detergent and rinse aid into the dishwasher.
Fixes these symptoms
  • Door latch failure
  • Door won’t close
  • Leaking
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Installation Instructions
Jim from Sherwood, OR
The dispenser door was broken, would not close.
First I removed the (8) screws holding the front door panel on. Then I took the door panel off and unpluged the ribbon wiring so the door was free from the dishwasher. I then unpluded the wiring going to the dispensor. Then I removed the (6) screws holding the dispensor into place and then sprung the holders (2) so the dispendor could be removed. I stuck the new dispensor in its place, pushed it in so the (2) metal holders locked into place, then replaced the (6) screws, pluged the wiring into the new dospensor, pluged the ribbion wiring back in and replaced the front door panel and reinstalled the (8) screws that hold the front door into place. And then tested and everything worked fine. Read more...
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$22.17
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Kenmore Dishwasher Detergent Cup Shaft and Lever
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2 Reviews
PartSelect Number PS259474
Manufacturer Part Number WD16X313
Cover is not included. Must order cover separately.
Fixes these symptoms
  • Door latch failure
  • Not cleaning dishes properly
  • Will not dispense detergent
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Installation Instructions
Joe from Waxhaw, NC
Detergent Dispenser Door Would Not Stay Closed
Completely remove the door from the dishwasher - It's easier to work on this way.

First the spring tension is NOT that critical - the spring just needs to not be mangled and really out of shape. Unless someone has taken a pair of pliers to it, it should be o-k
to use. I even mangled up the slot in the lever with a pair of pliers to try and jeery-rig it and it still works fine - you MUST at least have some resemblance of a groove here for the spring to
catch.
1) hook the hook on the inside of the lever where the slanted groove is on the cam. (see your great diagram)

Put all the pieces together at this point, shaft,spring and lever

2) There are two sets of grooves that correspond to matching notches in both the lever and the dispenser shaft. Make sure these match up to one another.
3) Using a pair of hemostats or tiny pliers pull the other side of the spring clockwise - gently - until you can hook it on the stop that is on the inside door. There will be some
tension of the spring around the shaft to cause the hook to engage to the slot in the plastic lever.

[*]This is where MOST of my problems were at:

4) Test the dispenser door to make sure when you close it, it springs back up. It WILL NOT hold when the door is off.
[*][I was trying to get the dispenser door to stay shut while the door was removed from the washer - this will NOT happen]
5) If number four is happening above, attach the door to the dishwasher.

Very Important: The door will only stay closed when the dishwasher is in the OFF position. Otherwise it will spring open when you try to shut it, because it is suppose to because at this time
in the cycle the detergent would be dispensing - hence the door being OPEN and the door not latching. Read more...

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