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Model: KUDPORCRBSO	Brand: Kitchen Aid	Age: 1 - 5 years
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spent enough already		#1 Posted : Monday, May 30, 2011 6:38:10 AM(UTC)
Rank: Member Groups: Registered Joined: 4/5/2010(UTC) Posts: 7		Hi-- I have replaced a damaged accumulator assembly in this dishwasher, so when dishes weren't clean, I took it apart to see if it was operating fine. It was. I have been cleaning the system with a vinegar soak regularly. It seems like the top dishes come out greasier, and less clean than the bottom. (WHich aren't that clean) Any suggestions? I checked all the water outlets, and the top one seems to be a bit corroded but I cleaned it and it didn't seem to help. THANKS


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denman		#2 Posted : Monday, May 30, 2011 7:49:01 AM(UTC)
Rank: Advanced Member Groups: Senior Expert Joined: 2/29/2008(UTC) Posts: 19,638 Thanks: 1 times Was thanked: 11 time(s) in 11 post(s)		I cannot find any info on the given model number, please check it. A greasy film sounds like the water is not hot enough. Check that it at least 120 degrees F when entering the unit. Check that the heating element is working. Since you have checked your pump/filters there is a possibility that you have a fill problem. Most units fill to just under the heating coil. This can be checked by adding a couple quarts of hot water after each fill during a cycle. If it now washes OK then check the fill valve. Just be careful to not overfill it. Often if the fill is low you will also hear a growling sound because the pump will cavitate (suck in air). The most common cause is a dirty screen filter on the input side of the fill calve. Remove the valve from the unit and clean/check the filter. Do not permanently remove it from the valve as it is there to keep crud out of the valve which could hold it open and cause a flood. If it still does not fill correctly I would replace the fill valve.
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spent enough already		#3 Posted : Monday, May 30, 2011 8:50:28 AM(UTC)
Rank: Member Groups: Registered Joined: 4/5/2010(UTC) Posts: 7		Ok-- It seems to be filling fine but will check the valve to be sure. The coil seems to be a bit corroded so maybe it is the heat issue. Checked the model number again, it seems to be correct, maybe the B is an 8? KUDPO2CRBSO


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denman		#4 Posted : Monday, May 30, 2011 11:30:42 AM(UTC)
Rank: Advanced Member Groups: Senior Expert Joined: 2/29/2008(UTC) Posts: 19,638 Thanks: 1 times Was thanked: 11 time(s) in 11 post(s)		OK I think I see the problem the original model number shown was KUDPORCRBSO and it should be KUDP02CRBS0. Here are your parts Replacement parts for WHIRLPOOL KUDP02CRBS0 UNDERCOUNTER DISHWASHER \| AppliancePartsPros.com See the attachment for the tech sheet. Remove power from the unit and measure the heating element with a meter. Also note there is a high limit thermostat inline with the heater. It should be 0 ohms. File Attachment(s): KUDP02.pdf (251kb) downloaded 3 time(s).
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