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DU945PWKB1 Whirlpool Dishwasher - Instructions

All Instructions for the DU945PWKB1
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cracked drain hose
7 of 13 people found this instruction helpful.
  • Larry from Magnolia, TX
  • Really Easy
  • Less than 15 mins
  • Pliers
removed two hose clamps and old hose. slid new hose on existing fittings on dishwasher drain and disposal and tightened hose clamps. Turned it on for test run.
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plastic wing bolt that holds water spayer down broken
5 of 7 people found this instruction helpful.
  • jose f from joliet, IL
  • Really Easy
  • Less than 15 mins
1st i removed the broken threds with a wood chisel (just got a chisel that fit snug in the hole , tilted it a little and turned out the threds)
after looking at the print that was on the web sight i put the parts back on the same way. note::: i was instucted by my wife not to help with the dishes ever again . i had put two spoons , a fork and a knife in the wrong rack ...silverware will tear up the dishwasher.....
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Soap Dispenser Lid Gasket Deteriorated & Leaking
4 of 4 people found this instruction helpful.
  • Frank from AMES, IA
  • Easy
  • Less than 15 mins
  • Pliers, Screw drivers
I used the screwdriver to pry the old lid off of the horizontal pin upon which it rotates. One must be careful before removing the old lid to note how the return spring is deployed. The short legs on the spring must be in the lip of the lid before you snap the new lid onto the horizontal pin. It was helpful to lubricate the two catches on the lid that snap on the pin with some liquid soap before attempting to snap them on the pin. After the lid is snapped into place and the short legs of the coil spring are in the lip of the lid, use needle nose pliers to attach the other end of the coil spring to the pillar where it was before you removed the old lid. There are videos showing how to do this on Youtube. The spring part is a little tricky. The video makes it look a bit easier than it is..
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Upper Wash Assembly Broke Apart
5 of 7 people found this instruction helpful.
  • Janice from Tinley Park, IL
  • Easy
  • Less than 15 mins
  • Screw drivers
First I read the other repair stories and knew it was a relatively easy repair. I removed the end caps on the front of the top dish rack and removed it for ease of access to the part. I then removed the two screws holding in the old part observing how it was positioned to make sure the new part was replaced in the same manner. I put t he new part in place and screwed in place and replaced the dish rack. Everything is working just fine.
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Dishwasher not draining
4 of 4 people found this instruction helpful.
  • Lloyd from Clifton, VA
  • A Bit Difficult
  • 30 - 60 mins
  • Pliers
Actually I ordered the drain and wash impeller kit because it was listed as the #1 cause of failure to drain. I then hired a plumber to install it. He did so and that didn't solve the problem. So I was about to buy a new dishwasher. I then noticed that the second most frequent cause was a problem with the "dishwasher drain check valve." I watched the "partselect" video on how to change that. I didn't have a new one but I thought I would take out the part and see what I could learn. As it turned out it was blocked by a little piece of what appeared to be a walnut chip. I cleaned it out reinstalled the drain check valve and the problem was solved.
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dirty dishes
6 of 10 people found this instruction helpful.
  • Michael from Madison Township, PA
  • A Bit Difficult
  • 15 - 30 mins
  • Nutdriver, Pliers, Screw drivers, Socket set, Wrench (Adjustable)
Installed pump kit. Was surprised the kit seemed different( some parts changed or deleted. Instructed to discard old parts and follow with new configuration. Reassembled and tried t fin it works fine now. Thank you so much
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Heating element not heating for both wash and dry.
4 of 4 people found this instruction helpful.
  • Thomas from SEATTLE, WA
  • Really Easy
  • 30 - 60 mins
  • Screw drivers
Put in both a new element and thermostat. Did not fix problem. Using an ohm meter I did not measure any voltage to the thermostat. Suspect it’s a problem in the control unit, and decided to replace dishwasher.
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Bottom of dishwasher retained an inch of water after cycles complete. Had to pump out dirty water before starting new cycle.
4 of 4 people found this instruction helpful.
  • Sam from MAPLE VALLEY, WA
  • Easy
  • 30 - 60 mins
  • Pliers, Screw drivers
Once the covers under the door are removed, the check valve is visible (unless its too dark, hence the headlight), and pointing right at you. Since I was working under the dishwasher, I gathered all the tools I thought I might need and laid them on the floor next to. Removed 2 covers, placed pan under check valve and hose to catch any wa ter, squeezed clamp with (wrong) pliers, it eventually came loose. Carefully twisted hose off check valve. Water came out, some of it got into the pan, most of it on the floor. I guess I should have pumped it out before I started this. Plastic check valve is screwed into the big piece of whatever, carefully grabbed it with (wrong again) pliers and turned it out. Installation is reverse of removal - but use a large pliers with a ROUNDED jaw to grab the round check valve body. Don't squeeze too hard or overtighten it. Put the clamp on the valve before pushing the hose on. Be sure the hose seats all the way onto the little lugs. Compress the clamp, slide it over the end of the hose and release. That's all folks, works good now.
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When the dishwasher started it would squeal.
4 of 4 people found this instruction helpful.
  • Gregory from CLEAR LAKE, IA
  • A Bit Difficult
  • More than 2 hours
  • Nutdriver, Pliers, Screw drivers, Wrench (Adjustable)
Mine is a Ultra Wash 111
I followed the repair video on your site but my dishwasher was a little different. Not enough that anyone could still understand the video and not get it disassembled. The video shows two ball checks but mine doesn't use them where the videos shows. I put them in anyway because I called Whirlpool, who made my washer, and they assured me that they should be in there. They got sucked through the dump impeller and plugged the discharge tube so I had to disassemble it again and take the ball checks out. Lucky for me nothing got damaged. I then got a hold of someone on your chat line that got me to the correct parts view that shows where the ball check is suppose to go on my washer. During working on my washer I realized the squealing was because the bottom bearing on the motor needed oil. So all and all I'm happy because it runs quiet and it works fine. Thanks Greg
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soap door on dishwasher broken
5 of 8 people found this instruction helpful.
  • george from ten mile, TN
  • Very Difficult
  • 1- 2 hours
  • Screw drivers
Got the new door and tried to put it on. The door went on very easily. However, there's a spring that opens the door when the main wash cycle comes around. I never did get that spring right. None of the drawings showed the correct position and after an hour of trying to get it to work right, I gave up. The door comes open slightly (b ut not because of the spring) when it's time, and the liquid soap runs out due to gravity. But I wouldn't try to use soap powder because the door doesn't come open far enough.
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standing water in tub , not draining
4 of 5 people found this instruction helpful.
  • paul from CHARLOTTESVLE, VA
  • A Bit Difficult
  • 30 - 60 mins
  • Pliers
removed old check valve from bottom of dishwasher and replaced with new one. I used channel locks to do this, disconnect hoses and screw out check valve, and put back in opposite order, make sure the dishwasher is empty of water or have a plastic bowl or such to catch water. Take off two front covers on bottom of dishwasher to access chec k valve ,white with hose attached.
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Soap Cup latch missing
4 of 5 people found this instruction helpful.
  • Daniel from FINCHVILLE, KY
  • Easy
  • 15 - 30 mins
  • Screw drivers
I watched the video link sent in an email and followed exactly what they did in the video. I removed the star head screws holding the door liner in place. Then removed the protective cover on the inside. I disengaged the component holding the latch in place. I replace the component that holds the latch in place and then snapped the new la tch in place. I turned the dishwasher dial until the prongs were fully retracted. I replace the protective cover and then put the door cover back in place. I initially only placed the left bottom star head screw until I was sure that the latch was going to release. I tested that it was working properly by slowly turning the dial on the dishwasher control. Once I knew it was working I replaced the rest of the screws.
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Old Tube Dry Rotted
6 of 11 people found this instruction helpful.
  • Steven from Sterrett, AL
  • Really Easy
  • Less than 15 mins
  • Screw drivers
1 Screw 5 minutes thanks for the quick service will definitely use ya'll next time
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Dishwasher leaks at front door
4 of 6 people found this instruction helpful.
  • Sean from Oceanside, CA
  • Really Easy
  • Less than 15 mins
My dishwasher started leaking at the door. I checked the level, door seal, fill float, etc. Nothing worked. Another reviewer of these parts said to replace the Seal, Lower Sprayarm, the Wash Arm Bearing Ring, and the wash arm. I replaced the seal and the bearing, not the washer arm, as my spray had little to no wear. This fixed the pr oblem! If you dishwasher leaks at the door, it is possible these parts are worn and replacing them wil fix the leak. Thanks to the other reviewer I now have no leaks! Buy a spare nut because they break very easy if overtorqued!
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dishwasher wasn't cleaning the dishes
3 of 3 people found this instruction helpful.
  • Mark from Danville, PA
  • Really Easy
  • Less than 15 mins
I removed the bottom spray arm and replaced the worn part. Now the arm turned freely and was performing as it was designed to do. I appreciate parts select for having the part available since the manufacturer no longer supported the model.
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All Instructions for the DU945PWKB1
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