ADB3500AWS Amana Dishwasher - Instructions

11 retaining screws were #1 Robertson screws which I did not have a screwdriver for, requiring a trip to the hardware store to purchase one (cost negligent, about $1.99). Several screws were so tight they required extreme force to remove, normally not a problem but making it very difficult for an elderly disabled person. The two electrical plugs were extremely tight, requiring a small flat screwdriver and much diligence to remove the old latch handle without breaking the wire plugs. Once the old latch was removed plugging the wires into the new one and installing in reverse order was a breeze. I would not recommend this operation for the faint of heart, regardless of the reviews I read proclaiming how fast and easy it is.

simple simple simple.look at the old one and you can see that it clips onto the rack.so it just unclips and twist down 90 degrees and its off new one goes on the opposite way.note you need to remove the the end cap of the guide rail in order to put the new guide wheel into the track.look at it,it has a small tab that you push in and the end cap comes out.you mite have to wiggle it as you pull backwards.after you remove the cap simply guide the new wheel into the end of the rail and replace the cap.simple repair took all of three minutes.

The actual repair was pretty easy except the cleaning of the old gasket. It was melted and smeared all over the place, had to use mineral spirts to clean everything once i removed all the parts. Star screw driver with the power off i removed all the screws down to the pump, unlocked 3 locking clips from below the unit and removed the gasket without having to remove the motor. Cleaned everything and reassembled works perfect. use the diagram of that model to how to reassemble or take pictures

I just removed the handle assembly then looked for the part number and luckily it was available through this merchant. I did a thorough inspection and it's compatible. Just make sure to take pictures before you remove the broken part at least to guide you when installing the new part.

I initially took everything out and cleaned everything with the shop vac, and outside with the garden hose. That did not work, so I looked on parts select for a new accumulator filter, as I was not able to clean that very well. To install the new filter, I removed the sliding racks, top and bottom, and the water manifold, then removed the lower wash arm, then the parts under that, the filter plate, the outlet, the impeller, all the way to the accumulator filter. After removing that, installation was the reverse. I also cleaned the middle washing arm, and the lower, as I noticed food particles blocking the outer holes. All is good now, and the dishwasher, which we use almost every day, is working fine.

I unplugged the dishwasher under the sink. I opened the dishwasher up and took out the 12 screws holding the inside door facing on. I gently moved the door facing down towards the dishwasher to reveal the door locking mechanism at the top of the door. I unplugged the mechanism and plugged in the new one. I put the door back together the same way I had taken it apart. In all it took about 12 minutes. Works like a charm.

Routine repair. There are videos on the net that show exactly how to replace the filter unit. However, when you order the filter, order a replacement pump impeller. The impeller must be removed to remove the filter on this model. The impeller was stuck on the shaft, and I had to destroy it with the side cutter pliers to get it off. Before putting the new one on, clean the pump shaft thoroughly and lube the shaft with silicon lube or vaseline jelly. Clean the bottom of the water pan thoroughly, then reassemble. Then pour one cup of vinegar in the bottom of the dishwasher and run it with no dishes. This will clean the inside of the dishwasher.

My 14 year old grandson was able to repair this for me in less than 15 minutes! The repair was very simple. First, he removed the inside door panel, then took out the old handle and switch. (also remember to turn off the electricity to the dishwasher!) The new handle, and switch assembly fit right in, and he finished up; with screwing the door panel back in place.

Removed all phillips screws inside door panel and separated panel form door enough to access the control board. No need to disconnect the wiring harness except where it connects to the control board. Used nut driver to remove screws holding the control panel to the door. Gently tugged the various circuit bundles to remove each from panel except the ribbon circuit in the very first position, this is secured by slide/clamp which should be slid outward with fingertips, ribbon connector will then easily disengage. To install new panel simply reverse the removal process being especially careful to insert the ribbon circuit all the way into the slot before reengaging the slide/clamp. Secure the control panel to the door and then reattach the cover -. Good Luck.

My husband who is not handy, went to UTube typed in Handle Latch Assembly and got step by step instructions.