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KDTM3 Dishwasher - Instructions

All Instructions for the KDTM3
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Bottom Rack Wheel Assembly
15 of 19 people found this instruction helpful.
  • Albert from LIBERTY TWP, OH
  • Very Easy
  • Less than 15 mins
  • Screw drivers
Installation was very easy. The online video was excellent and clear.
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The dishwasher quit circulating the water and cleaning the dishes it filled heated drained
13 of 13 people found this instruction helpful.
  • Carol from HARRAH, OK
  • Really Easy
  • Less than 15 mins
The cost part plus shipping for each piece which was described as not cleaning properly due to not spraying. Each of these prices is part plus shipping, diverter valve $28.32 diverter motor did not fix the problem diverter motor $125.08 did not fix the problem my next option is the motor assembly which comes out to $311.53. I think they l ead you on with the little parts and you work your way up with the big ones expense wise at this point I will simply cut my losses and buy a new dishwasher because I'm almost at what it would cost for a new one and I've had this one for 4 years. When I went to look for what the problem was each one of these said not cleaning properly which I think now is a generic term to just go from the smallest to the largest if I'm going to replace the motor for 300 plus dollars I might as well just buy a new washer
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dishwasher leaking from door
17 of 26 people found this instruction helpful.
  • michael from TUCSON, AZ
  • A Bit Difficult
  • 30 - 60 mins
  • Nutdriver, Socket set
it was ok if I would have been sent the correct part, but you sent me the wrong part # and I had to go to the post office and mail it back. the part was not the same number as my order and completely wrong, still waiting for my refund and shipping charges. So you have failed me.
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two wheels sets were Broken
13 of 15 people found this instruction helpful.
  • KEITHCOLONA from ROANOKE, VA
  • Very Easy
  • Less than 15 mins
  • Screw drivers
Removed bad wheel sets using screw driver to help pry broken part loose. Then just snapped in replacement. Took less than 5 mins. Now it works great.
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Dishwasher door falls down as soon as it is unlatched and moved just a few inches open
12 of 12 people found this instruction helpful.
  • Joellen from Castro Valley, CA
  • Really Easy
  • 15 - 30 mins
  • Screw drivers
This kit comes with the link cords and the balance wheels. I only needed the cords. I undid the set screws under the counter edge and slid the Dishwasher out from under the counter. One of the links had a broken cord and the spring had snapped to the very back of the space and was a bit hard to find. I used the good side as a guide to see how to thread the cord correctly. I did not replace the wheels since they appeared to be in good shape and looked like they might be a bit more difficult to replace than just the cord. For a second I thought I had ordered the wrong part because the new cord's attachment point at the hinge did not look exactly like the originals but the new design worked just like the original. I did need one other person to help stretch the spring and hold the door in the best position so I could attach the cord to the hinge. It's working perfectly now and I saved the wheels in case I need them later.
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Drain Pump was giving off a burning smell. When I pulled the dishwasher out it had some light smoke coming from the Drain Pump
13 of 15 people found this instruction helpful.
  • Armand from N STONINGTON, CT
  • Really Easy
  • 15 - 30 mins
  • Screw drivers
Shut the power to the dishwasher off. Pulled unit out from under the counter top and raised the left hand side up for easy access. Disconnected the wiring, undid the clips, turned counter clockwise and removed. Reversed the order for installation and Connected the power. Ran several cycles successfully. Problem fixed. Burnt out water pump . Good as new if not better so far. Easy item search, Fast Shipping, Quality Part, Fair Pricing. Thank You Partselect.com
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One side had broken
12 of 13 people found this instruction helpful.
  • Arthur from GLENSIDE, PA
  • Easy
  • 30 - 60 mins
  • Screw drivers
This was tricky, not so much the difficulty of the repair so much as finding the right instructions. There weren’t any on your website. YouTube videos were all over the place in terms of specific set ups. Eventually I found the right one. This would have been very easy and would have taken less than 15 minutes if I had the right instructi ons from the start. Most of my time was taken with searching for instructions.
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Detergent dispenser latch broken
12 of 13 people found this instruction helpful.
  • Benjamin from KNOXVILLE, TN
  • Really Easy
  • 30 - 60 mins
  • Screw drivers
Replaced the detergent dispenser module by first unscrewing the front outer cover from the dishwasher and removing it, then by unplugging the old detergent dispenser, then by bending the metal latch clips outward to remove the old detergent dispenser, then by bending the metal latch clips inward before inserting the new detergent dispense r, plugging the new one into the wiring harness then re-securing the front outer cover of the dishwasher door.

This repair could be done in under 15 minutes but my dishwasher is so old that there was a lot of gunk built-up around the screws that hold the front cover on that I wanted to take my time cleaning up real nice.

The detergent dispenser is VITAL for getting dishes clean. Without it working properly, the detergent will be removed from the wash during the pre-wash/soak function and your dishes will not come out clean. I HIGHLY recommend doing this repair if your detergent dispenser is not working, and I had a great experience with www.PartSelect.com
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No heating for washing or drying
12 of 13 people found this instruction helpful.
  • Dewey from UNIONTOWN, AL
  • Really Easy
  • 30 - 60 mins
  • Pliers
Was a cinch just watched the video whole procedure took an hr or so
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Leaking water at bottom corner
12 of 14 people found this instruction helpful.
  • Ells from Stevensville, MD
  • Really Easy
  • 15 - 30 mins
I removed the old gasket. Cleaned the surface under the old gasket and began pressing the new gasket into place. Make sure the gasket is pressed all the way in to properly seat it in the groove. Didn't use the tube of gasket sealer and it worked perfectly no leak,
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Scratches in Surface
83 of 227 people found this instruction helpful.
  • Michelle from Richardson, TX
  • Really Easy
  • Less than 15 mins
This product comes in a bottle with a brush like Liquid Paper. It goes on incredibly easy. A second coat might be needed. I wanted to prevent rust from setting in so I covered the scratches and dings. The paint is a little brighter since my washer is 10 years old but it still looks great.
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Old part never worked well, constantly got bumped by a part of the side when sliding rack back in (design flaw). When part got bumped and fell off, it also got warped from the heat, so then was even less likely to stay in place. New part fits more securely and doesn't bump the problematic part on
13 of 17 people found this instruction helpful.
  • JULIE from BOTHELL, WA
  • Really Easy
  • Less than 15 mins
Just snapped it right into place! No tools required. Very easy!
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Dishwasher wasn’t draining
11 of 13 people found this instruction helpful.
  • Kelly from WALNUT CREEK, CA
  • Easy
  • 15 - 30 mins
  • Screw drivers
1.Check the lines for any obstruction. Gunk can easily build up. I have used the dishwasher for approx. 10 years. I do rinse/scrap dishes prior to loading.
2. Drain all remaining water.
3. Unplug the dishwasher.
4. Grab a towel and proper screw driver. Unscrew the bottom protective plate. Remove the insulation plate.
5. The drain pump is located to the bottom left. Have your towel under it. Unplug it gently. Turn counter clockwise to remove.
6. Install the new drain pump (reverse order)
7. Return the insulation plate. Screw back the bottom protective plate.
8. Plug in
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Noisy door
14 of 22 people found this instruction helpful.
  • John from Minden, NV
  • Really Easy
  • 30 - 60 mins
  • Screw drivers, Wrench (Adjustable)
I found instructions on line when I goggled my dishwasher name and model number with the words noisy door. There were three or four good suggestions at a couple of the sites I visited. I tried applying vasoline, then silicone to the rope where it travels through the plastic guides but that just cut the sound down about 50%. My dishwasher has plastic guides that look like rollers but they don't turn, they are fixed in place. The ropes squeak as the pass over the guides. The replacement part kit has plastic guides that turn like wheels now so the rope does not drag over them and squeak. This repair could be done by me in 20 minutes or less every time now that I know what I am doing.

I removed the black bottom metal cover then turned the nuts on the adjusting (leveling) bolts to lower the front end of the dishwasher so I could pull it out of the cabinet. Once I lowered is as low as it would go I opened the door and pushed down on it which tilts the dishwasher down and you pull out on it and the top lip clears the cabinet. If your dishwasher just pulls out the first time you try these steps may not be necessary.
Once the dishwasher is out the guides and rope are down at the bottom in the front by the door. It's obvious what to do to replace them.
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Left and right upper dish rack slide track started losing bearings, plastic holding left side completely fell apart and top rack fell down. The upper rack adjuster also broke as a result.
10 of 10 people found this instruction helpful.
  • William from JACKSON, NH
  • Really Easy
  • 30 - 60 mins
  • Screw drivers, Socket set
Make sure you have everything you need before you start. The upper rack adjuster broke when the left track failed and needed to be replaced. Although only the left side track failed, the right side would have soon enough.

This repair was fairly simple. First, toggle the circuit breaker off and turn off the water supply under the sink. Remove gray plastic covers to expose and remove Phillips head screws on each side of inner door frame then remove plastic kick plate before sliding the dishwasher out roughly 20”. The insulation needs to be folded back (tab release back bottom corner) to expose the four rack fasteners on each side. A small socket bit (I used a slow speed hand drill) makes quick work of removing old tracks but make sure one hand is inside on the track to catch what’s left of it. Replace both tracks (the second will fail) arrow pointing up using the fasteners you removed. Reset the insulation and make sure water, drain and electrical connectors are all in good order before sliding dishwasher back and fastening side frame screws to adjoining cabinets (tip: use painter’s tape or similar to keep screw head connected to screwdriver). Replace plastic caps and the kick plate. I had to replace the upper rack adjuster before reinstalling the upper rack on the new tracks. Check the bottom filter and reservoir for any plastic bits or ball bearings and remove them before turning power and water back on. Enjoy not having to hand wash dishes again. For me, about 40 minutes.
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