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Screw – Part Number: W11233072
Screw
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PartSelect #: PS12349731
Manufacturer #: W11233072
This is a multi-use and multi-appliance screw. It can be used on a microwave, refrigerator, range/oven, air conditioner, dehumidifier, washer, or dryer. The measurements of this screw are 8 x 1/2 inch...
$20.79
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Screw, 8/18 x 3/8 – Part Number: WP90767
Screw, 8/18 x 3/8
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PartSelect #: PS11746840
Manufacturer #: WP90767
This screw is sold individually.
$5.42
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Hose Clamp – Part Number: WP596669
Hose Clamp
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PartSelect #: PS11743008
Manufacturer #: WP596669
This hose clamp is used in a wide variety of household appliances. Most often it is found in washers, dishwashers, refrigerators, freezers, dehumidifiers, garbage disposals, or air conditioners. This ...
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Pump Housing Filter – Part Number: WP99001791
Pump Housing Filter
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PartSelect #: PS11747618
Manufacturer #: WP99001791
This pump housing filter is twenty-three inches long and a little over two inches wide. This filter wraps around a dishwasher's pump housing and clips in place. It is all white in color and is made of...
$45.43
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Hose Clamp – Part Number: WP285655
Hose Clamp
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PartSelect #: PS11740613
Manufacturer #: WP285655
The hose clamp is used to hold the water hose in place which will prevent the hose from leaking water. Sometimes the clamp may lose its ability to latch on, causing a leaking washer. For the installat...
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Lower Spray Arm Seal – Part Number: 912313
Lower Spray Arm Seal
PartSelect #: PS2097730
Manufacturer #: 912313
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Heat Resistant Adhesive – Part Number: W10841140
Heat Resistant Adhesive
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PartSelect #: PS11728058
Manufacturer #: W10841140
This is a heat-resistant adhesive for your appliance. The heat resistance allows you to stick parts such as grate feet, gaskets, and felt seals in hot areas, such as a cooktop, without compromising th...
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Door Spring Kit – Part Number: 901111
Door Spring Kit
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PartSelect #: PS2097003
Manufacturer #: 901111
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$43.13
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Inlet Hose Washer – Part Number: WPY013783
Inlet Hose Washer
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PartSelect #: PS11757437
Manufacturer #: WPY013783
This inlet hose washer, also known as a high pressure inlet hose washer, is used in washing machines, refrigerators, freezers, and dishwashers. The function of this part is to create a watertight seal...
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Screw, 8-18 x 1/2 – Part Number: WP3390631
Screw, 8-18 x 1/2
PartSelect #: PS11741443
Manufacturer #: WP3390631
This screw is sold individually.
$7.84
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Spray Arm Support Nut – Part Number: WPY912930
Spray Arm Support Nut
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PartSelect #: PS11757608
Manufacturer #: WPY912930
This spary arm support nut is two and a half inches long.
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Screw – Part Number: WP1163839
Screw
PartSelect #: PS11738342
Manufacturer #: WP1163839
10 - 16 x .375
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Ron
February 19, 2020
After many years of never having the holes plug up in the rotating arm, they are filling up with what looks like a gritty material that we need to clean out often or the water flow is restricted and thus poor dish cleaning. Is there a solution that can clean this material out or is there something else we should be doing??
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Hello and thank you for writing. Ideally, you would change those arms after many years of use as the plastic is not as smooth as it was in the beginning and therefore debris sticks to it easier. However, as the arms are NLA we would suggest the following: If your dishwasher isn’t cleaning as well as it used to, the problem might be caused by clogged holes in the spray arms. To unclog dishwasher spray armholes: Remove the spray arms from the dishwasher. Use a piece of wire, such as coat hanger wire, the same diameter as the holes to clean out the holes in the spray arms. Put the arms back on the dishwasher and spin them to make sure they turn easily. In extreme cases, soak the spray arms in warm water and vinegar to dissolve mineral deposits. We hope this helps. Please contact us anytime if you require further assistance.

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Common Symptoms of the WU504

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replace door seal
Remove old seal by pulling out tabs one at a time.

To install new seal, I had to remove the front control panel and door panel to access the back side of all of the slots that the new seal tabs go into. Using needlenose pliers i pulled each tab individually until they were locked into place.
Replace door and control panel.
Parts Used:
Door Gasket - gray
  • Jeffrey from Wilmington, DE
  • Difficulty Level:
    A Bit Difficult
  • Total Repair Time:
    1- 2 hours
  • Tools:
    Pliers, Screw drivers
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Right Side Door Springs Broken
With the dishwasher door open remove the 3 srews connecting the top of the dishwasher to the bottom of the kitchen counter top. Remove the lower access panel from the dishwasher and lower the dishwasher about 1/4 inch in the front and back of the dishwasher). Once you have lowered the dishwasher enough slide the dishwasher out about 6 inches (enough to gain access to the door springs on the left and right side). Remove all broken spring parts and replace using new springs. The left side of the door contained a single heavy duty spring and the right side of the door contained a heavy duty and light duty 'helper' spring. I replaced only the right side springs since the left side spring was in excellent condition. When the springs are installed slide the dishwasher back into its original position and raise the dishwasher back up to its original height using the front and back adjustment screws. Replace the 3 screws holding the top of the dishwasher secure to the bottom of the countertop. Ensure that the door opens, closes and latches smoothly and then replace the lower access panel. Job done.
Parts Used:
Door Spring Kit Door Spring Kit
  • Rock from Freeport, ME
  • Difficulty Level:
    Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    15 - 30 mins
  • Tools:
    Screw drivers, Wrench (Adjustable)
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Detergent Cup would not open during wash cycle
This repair is very simple. Partselect.com sells a repair kit for this problem that you can use but for simplicity the entire unit is not that much more. First remove the four outside lower philips head screws on the inside of your dishwasher door. Support outer door panel while removing screws. This will remove the outer door panel to gain access to the detergent cup. Remove panel by pulling out bottom first then slightly pulling downward. You will then see the detergent cup. Unplug the two leads that are connected to the unit keeping in mind their orientation. Remove the five screws that hold the detergent cup in place. Remove the cup assembly and gasket. Clean gasket area and install new cup and gasket. Reinstall five screws (do not overtighten) and plug leads back in. To reinstall door panel position door panel at a slight angle and install top first sliding upward into place under control panel then push inward at bottom. Reinstall the four philips head screws on the inside and you are finished. The complete repair will take you less than 30 minutes.
Parts Used:
Detergent Cup with Gasket
  • Robert from Taylor, MI
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    15 - 30 mins
  • Tools:
    Nutdriver, Screw drivers
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