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WDF320PADS3 Whirlpool Dishwasher - Instructions

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would not shut off.
easy the sensor was on the right side, and easy to get to, I turn off the power, turned off the water, and pulled it out, the first thing I saw was the yellow wires and plug. took about 5 minutes, to replace it.
Parts Used:
SENSOR
  • Melvin from SACRAMENTO, KY
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    30 - 60 mins
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Upper spray for bottom rack, broken
Upper jet part for top rack, directly beneath it....it has nubs meant to slide in grooves for the replacement. Waited a week for the new part, once arrived, I slipped the piece in place as nubs for my guide, and it snapped in pkace.

Easy fix.
Parts Used:
Upper Spray Arm
  • Melvin from KLAMATH FALLS, OR
  • Difficulty Level:
    Very Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    Less than 15 mins
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One of the old stops broke
Snapped the new stops on. It took about 2 minutes.
Parts Used:
Rack Track Stop
  • Dwight from KENT, WA
  • Difficulty Level:
    Very Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    Less than 15 mins
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Replace black access panel on Whirlpool dishwasher (model WDF520PADM7)
I needed to replace the black access panel on my Whirlpool dishwasher (model WDF520PADM7).

By following the instructions in this short video (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=995mtdO7rQg) , I was able to complete the replacement in under 10 minutes. You'll need a flat-blade screwdriver. The Retainer Clip - Black can be a little tricky to position into the opening, so have patience.

Keep in mind that the Retainer Clip - Black only contains ONE clip and so you must make sure to order TWO Retainer Clip - Black from PartSelect.
Parts Used:
Retainer Clip - Black Black Access Panel
  • Paul from POWDER SPGS, GA
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    Less than 15 mins
  • Tools:
    Screw drivers
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Water wouldn’t circulate
-Unplugged the dishwasher.
-Removed dish racks, filters and spray arms.
-removed drain pump and drain lines.
-unplugged turbidity sensor and power connectors.
-unlocked the 3 locking connectors, removed the pump and motor assembly.
- cleaned every component with soap and water.
- applied rinse aid to the motor and pump assembly gasket.
-placed pump and motor assembly into the correct position and had a helper hold the assembly down while I locked in the connectors.
-work backwards.
Parts Used:
Pump and Motor Assembly
  • Jacob from SAINT AMANT, LA
  • Difficulty Level:
    A Bit Difficult
  • Total Repair Time:
    1- 2 hours
  • Tools:
    Screw drivers
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Top rack of dishwasher kept pulling all the way out
Our dishwasher's top rack would pull too far out which made it hard to stay in alignment. It had lost it's track stop. I easily ordered the part from PartSelect, and it came more quickly than I expected; I clicked it in place and it runs like new. It's wonderful to deal with a company that knows the frustration of not having your appliance in good working orfer.
Thank you.
Sue M
Masdsachusetts
Parts Used:
Rack Track Stop
  • Susan from Arlington, MA
  • Difficulty Level:
    Very Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    Less than 15 mins
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No directions with parts!
Could not take apart the upper rack on my whirlpool dishwasher to replace its wheels to transport its upper rack. The received parts did not match the old ones. Called parts and they suggested these new parts remanufactured and changed from the old ones but they had not been notified. Brought to professional mechanics and they figured it out. Bullshit parts company!!
Parts Used:
Rack Track Stop
  • Thomas from WEST SUFFIELD, CT
  • Difficulty Level:
    Very Difficult
  • Total Repair Time:
    More than 2 hours
  • Tools:
    Screw drivers
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Front Track stop missing
Snap new track stop into place. Took a few minutes to figure out top/bottom and inside/outside, but no issues
Parts Used:
Rack Track Stop
  • Tim from GLADSTONE, MO
  • Difficulty Level:
    Very Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    Less than 15 mins
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Develeoped a leak on the bottom.
Pulled dishwasher out of compartment, removed all parts underneath. removed inner parts, removed pump assembly. Installed new pump assembly and grommet. Reassembled in reverse order, test ran and unit was operating normal and no leaks.
Parts Used:
Grommet
  • Eladio from LOGAN, OH
  • Difficulty Level:
    A Bit Difficult
  • Total Repair Time:
    1- 2 hours
  • Tools:
    Nutdriver, Screw drivers, Wrench (Adjustable)
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New filter
Ordering the part was very easy. It shipped fast and delivered over 3 days. It fit perfectly
Parts Used:
Dishwasher Filter
  • John from SAINT CHARLES, MO
  • Difficulty Level:
    Very Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    Less than 15 mins
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Tenant took parts with her after lease,
Just click in, you can basically do it with your eyes closed
Parts Used:
Rack Track Stop Wheel Assembly
  • Roeland from MEDINA, WA
  • Difficulty Level:
    Very Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    Less than 15 mins
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Element was no longer working. Dishes were not drying.
Watched a video and seen how easy it was to repair. Just disconnect the power, water and return drain. two bolts and replace element . The difficult part was removing and replacing the dishwasher...piece of cake.
Parts Used:
Dishwasher Heating Element
  • David from DEVINE, TX
  • Difficulty Level:
    Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    30 - 60 mins
  • Tools:
    Pliers, Wrench (Adjustable)
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Dish washer was very smelly.
After replacing garbage disposal. I referred to you video you sent me when i received the new replacement hose. That made it look very easy to install. Thank you for all your help and support.
Parts Used:
Drain Hose
  • Robert from Des Moines, IA
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    30 - 60 mins
  • Tools:
    Nutdriver, Pliers, Screw drivers, Wrench set
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Dishwasher was not filling up with water.
First I got online to troubleshoot issue to save mysel from a service call. One of the first UTube videos, a young man said usually the main issue was the lever. He pushed down on the floater. If it didn't click, than the lever below needed to be replaced. Most important to turn off the circuit breaker before beginning the repair. I got on whirlpool.com, Part Select, ordered the lever, which was under $10. And once delivered, was able to switch out the old lever with the new replacement. Part Quote video took me through the process step by step. The lever package was marked that usually it was only 2% of the time that replacing the lever fixed the issue. Of course, I was thrilled, my dishwasher was up and running again. Thank you.
Parts Used:
Lever
  • Jolene from CINCINNATI, OH
  • Difficulty Level:
    A Bit Difficult
  • Total Repair Time:
    30 - 60 mins
  • Tools:
    Screw drivers
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The Inlet Valve cracked from the severe cold weather we had in Chicago area.
Removing and installing the new part was fairly simple. We removed the water hose first since it is the easiest to see. We then removed the screw holding the part to the metal frame. We slid out the part out of the holder to remove the black hose and electric plug (it is like the old phone jacks). After it was completely off we plugged in the electric to the new part which was very easy since it can only go in one way. We slid the new part in place and attached the black hose. We attached the piece to the frame with the one screw and last we attached the gold (garden hose) connection. We turned on the water to look for any leaks then turned the power on and ran it through a partial rinse to be sure there were no leaks.
Parts Used:
Dishwasher INLET VALVE
  • Steven from RIVERSIDE, IL
  • Difficulty Level:
    Very Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    15 - 30 mins
  • Tools:
    Pliers, Screw drivers, Socket set
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All Instructions for the WDF320PADS3
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