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HDA477-03 Hotpoint Dishwasher - Instructions

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Pump motor had failed
I removed the two screw at the top holding the dishwasher to the counter top; pulled on the unit - but found it stuck on something.
Of course the hot water feed and the drain hose were still connected and would not let the unit move out any further as there was no slack.
If I had thought about it - I would have disconnected these from under the adjacent sink. But I ended up lying on the floor trying to disconnect them from underneath the unit. It was a bit difficult as there was very little room to move the wrench and the screwdriver.
Once done, the unit came out very easily.
When tipped over I disconnected the old motor and replaced with the new. It was a very different design but fitted in very easily. The hanger took a bit of working out as the diagrams are not very clear.
The wires and clips went together easily. Once I had cleaned everything around the motor and the gunge that cames from years or washing dishes, it went back the way it came out. Albeit with the same difficulty with feed and drain hose.
We ran the unit with no dishes for a couple of times to clear our the muck left in the pipes when the system was down.
Now we have a fully functioning dishwasher again. Cost $250 for the pump and motor as opposed to the $800+ unit my wife was looking at!
Parts Used:
Motor and Pump Kit
  • Christopher M from Thousand Palms, CA
  • Difficulty Level:
    A Bit Difficult
  • Total Repair Time:
    1- 2 hours
  • Tools:
    Nutdriver, Pliers, Screw drivers, Socket set, Wrench (Adjustable), Wrench set
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Dishwasher would not drain
Ordered motor and pump and replaced. Motor pump kit also comes with a drain solinoid so if that was the problem the kit repaired it. One issue is the size of the hanger to ensure the pump does not just hang on its mount. The directions were not very clear and after some trial and error I got it to work to.
Parts Used:
Motor and Pump Kit
  • kevin from wellington, FL
  • Difficulty Level:
    Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    30 - 60 mins
  • Tools:
    Nutdriver, Screw drivers, Wrench set
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First silverware basket had a hole in it.
Took out old one and put in the new one. Not hard at all. Thanks
Parts Used:
Silverware Basket (Grey)
  • Jackie from Lebanon, OR
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    Less than 15 mins
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pump unit does not work, motor stucked
after I let the unit rest on its side to expose the bottom part, I took a picture just in case for reference; I marked all electrical connections, so it would go to right place into the new unit; removed the old pump unit by loosening the rubber clamps, for the inlet and outlet; detached the support sling for the motor unit; installed the new pump unit; it fits like a charm and it was wonderful; I had some bad experiences of replacement parts from other suppliers, on many things that I fix , that won't really fit like the original, but this one fits like a charm; I made my first test run with just water with out the detergent and after one cycle I used the necessary dishwasher detergent and it works just like brand new; Thank you, PartSelect, I will be ordering any of my part needs from you. - G.V.
Parts Used:
Motor and Pump Kit
  • g from el monte, CA
  • Difficulty Level:
    Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    More than 2 hours
  • Tools:
    Pliers, Screw drivers, Socket set, Wrench set
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Replace dishwasher basket
Pulled out old basket with holes at bottom and replaced it with new basket. Perfect fit!
Parts Used:
Silverware Basket (Grey)
  • Kim from DETROIT, MI
  • Difficulty Level:
    Very Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    Less than 15 mins
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old silverware basket had slots that were broken and knives would fall through and get stuck.
Opened the box the new silverware basket came in and replaced the broken one.m
Parts Used:
Silverware Basket (Grey)
  • Joanna from SEWELL, NJ
  • Difficulty Level:
    Very Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    Less than 15 mins
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rack slide end cap broke
Slide it into the arm until you hear it snap
Parts Used:
RACK SLIDE END CAP
  • john from SOUTHPORT, NC
  • Difficulty Level:
    Very Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    Less than 15 mins
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upper dishwashr rack lost the end cap and the rack kept coming off the track when you went to push it back in it would jam into the track and all the dishes would bang and fall.
placed the end cap into location and forced it into place. Fixed -and we are all much happier!!
Parts Used:
RACK SLIDE END CAP
  • donna from walworth, NY
  • Difficulty Level:
    Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    Less than 15 mins
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leaky dishwasher
We just purchased a condo on the NJ shore, and the dishwasher had to be at least 50 years old. It was leaking, and my husband decided it needed a new gasket. I was surprised you still had pieces for this dishwasher in stock. It arrived and my husband replaced it and it is now not leaking. Thank you so much.
Parts Used:
Bottom Flange Gasket
  • Diane from Garden City, NY
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    Less than 15 mins
  • Tools:
    Screw drivers
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Would not drain
The repair kit solenoid was mounted in a metal bracket. My unit has the solenoid and mounting bracket as one piece. If the solenoid was separate it would have been an easy fix. As it was I had to cut the solenoid out of the bracket to mount it in my unit which this kit was suppose to fit.
Parts Used:
Drain Solenoid Repair Kit
  • David from Doylestown, OH
  • Difficulty Level:
    A Bit Difficult
  • Total Repair Time:
    30 - 60 mins
  • Tools:
    Nutdriver
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Pump seal was leaking
I disconnected the power shut off water supply. I then removed the drain hoses and water supply to the old pump. I removed the ground wire and the mounting rod to the old pump. Once removed, I followed the easy illustrated diagrams and instructions that came with the replacement pump.
I mounted the new pump using the supplied hardware and reconnected suply line and drain hose. I turned water supply and power back on. Ran a test cycle before reinserting under countertop. Amazingly quiet and no leaks. Repair a success.

I would use this service again if needed for additonal home appliances.

Thank you
Mr. Buddy King
Parts Used:
Motor and Pump Kit
  • Buddy from Danville, IL
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    1- 2 hours
  • Tools:
    Nutdriver, Pliers, Screw drivers
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The top drawer of the dishwasher would extend past the support rails.
The top right rail, facing the dishwasher, has a self lock tab. Using pliers, straighten the lock tab, insert the cap and then restore the lock tab to it's original position.
Parts Used:
RACK SLIDE END CAP
  • Daryll from Newville, PA
  • Difficulty Level:
    Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    15 - 30 mins
  • Tools:
    Pliers
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PS259168 Replaced broken end cap on upper dish rack
No tools needed for this half-minute repair. Just bend the flexible plastic tab on the back of the end cap until it slips into the metal rail and the end cap snaps into place. Couldn't be easier or simpler!
Parts Used:
RACK SLIDE END CAP
  • Stephen from Waterville, ME
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    Less than 15 mins
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Pump/Motor leaking at shaft
This was one of those wonderful repairs where anything went right.
The part arrived overnight as ordered and even though I was abit leary of it fitting, since it was described as a replacement/new design, it fit perfectly! As mentioned in another post here, draining the water out of the unit so I could tip it over to do the replacement was the hardest part!
I'm sure I saved over $100 doing it myself. Thanks PartSelect!
Parts Used:
Motor and Pump Kit
  • Brett from Sound Beach, NY
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    30 - 60 mins
  • Tools:
    Nutdriver, Screw drivers
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Cap had broken off the top rack, it kept sliding down
I just had to play around with it to attach the new cap without breaking it.....never did this before but eureka! it worked.
Parts Used:
RACK SLIDE END CAP
  • Cindy from Davidson, NC
  • Difficulty Level:
    Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    15 - 30 mins
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